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Find other officesWe welcome applications from university students who are pursuing a legal degree and are attracted to a legal career with an international professional services firm with law at its core. Our Riyadh Cooperative Training Programme is suitable for students who wish to gain practical legal experience and exposure to international standards while studying or completing their university requirements.
Candidates should have an interest in developing their legal career in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East, with a desire to gain hands-on experience in an international firm environment. Through this programme, we aim to build the junior talent pipeline of our Riyadh office by providing students with a comprehensive introduction to a multi-national, commercial professional services organisation with law at its core.
Throughout the programme, participants will gain broad exposure to different areas of the firm by rotating across various practice groups. The training in each seat is ‘front loaded’ to enable students to quickly develop legal knowledge of each area and take part in real client work under supervision. By the end of the programme, participants will be better informed about which practice areas interest them most and how they can progress their future career in law.
We will support students throughout the training period from liaising with the wider business on seat allocation to meeting regularly to provide professional support, coaching, and feedback to help them get the most from their experience.
If you have any questions regarding your eligibility of this programme, or if you have any mitigating circumstances, please contact us.
With a conscientious approach, you’ll have the ability to read and absorb large amounts of reference material and spot errors quickly.
We’re a purpose-led, professional services firm, with law at the core, so you’ll have a genuine interest in how business works.
You’re able to learn new skills and concepts quickly and apply them effectively. You’re curious and open-minded, seeking feedback and opportunities for improvement.
You’re comfortable engaging and openly communicating with people from different backgrounds and experiences to your own.
You have a genuine passion for excellence, and the drive, determination and positivity to go above and beyond to achieve your goals.
You understand that taking responsibility for your successes and acknowledging when things go wrong helps you improve and develop.
With the confidence to express your own opinions and assert your point of view when necessary, you’ll be a compelling and persuasive communicator.
You have a clear sense of what is important and plan your tasks and activities, prioritising the most important ones, and managing your time and resources efficiently.
Our salaries are subject to review on an annual basis. The salary rates as of July 2026 are as follows:
SAR 108,000 annual
We are committed to supporting and developing talented students from diverse backgrounds. As part of our Riyadh Cooperative Training Programme, we provide participants with comprehensive professional support throughout their training placement, ensuring they gain valuable practical experience within an international legal environment.
During the programme, students will receive continuous supervision, mentorship, and professional guidance from our lawyers to help them develop key legal and workplace skills.
In collaboration with partner universities, our firm also provides the necessary coordination, reporting, and evaluation required for successful completion of the cooperative training in line with university and Ministry of Human Resources requirements.
Outstanding trainees may be considered for future full-time opportunities within the firm.
Apply through our online application system. Read the questions, think about your responses and double-check everything before submitting. Be sure to include an up-to-date CV, a cover letter outlining your reasons for applying and your most recent academic transcript.
If you've been shortlisted, you'll be invited to a first-round interview with a Senior Associate or Special Counsel and a HR representative. During the interview, you'll be asked questions about your studies, work experience and is a chance for us to get to know you better. You'll have the opportunity to ask us questions about the firm.
A second-round interview will then take place for those who have made it through the first round. Along with this being another opportunity to meet with more of our people, you will also be asked to prepare and deliver a presentation to our interviewers on a particular question or topic. Don’t panic - you will be provided with all the detail you need well in advance!
From there, we will conduct reference checks and if you've been successful, an offer to join our program will come your way.
To start your application, please click on apply now. Please note we will require the following documents:
If your application is missing any of the above, we will not be able to consider your application.
If you meet the following criteria, you are eligible to apply:
Yes, this programme is an academic cooperative training opportunity offered in partnership with universities. You will receive a monthly allowance. This allowance is not considered part of the firms salary structure and does not count towards annual increases or bonuses.
The duration of the programme depends on university requirements, typically ranging anywhere from 8 to 16 weeks.
We currently welcome applications from universities accredited by the Saudi Ministry of Education, including Prince Sultan University, Alfaisal University, and others with approved co-op training frameworks.
You may rotate across various practice groups such as Corporate, Real Estate, Finance & Projects, and Dispute Resolution, depending on business requirements, capacity and learning objectives.
Yes, upon successful completion of the programme will receive an official Certificate of Completion from the firm
Yes, you will be assigned a supervisor and a mentor who will provide guidance, feedback, and professional support throughout the programme.
To apply, we simply ask that you attach an up-to-date CV, university transcript and your cover letter to your application form.
Yes, upon completion of the programme, you may be considered for future full-time roles or trainee lawyer positions within the firm.
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