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We're not going to be able to answer every question you have about Eversheds on this website but below are some of the queries you might have when considering whether to apply to us.

If you have any other questions, or comments, please:


Write to
HR Recruitment Team,
Eversheds,
115 Colmore Row,
Birmingham
B3 3AL

or e-mail recruitment@eversheds.com


Application queries
If you need to speak to someone about your application, please call Melanie Oswald on 0845 497 1115. For students with enquiries regarding training contracts, please contact Laura Hancock on 0845 497 1684.

Offline applications
Please apply for a position with us using the online application form. If you cannot apply online, or are having technical difficulties, please contact Melanie Oswald on 0845 497 1115.


Contents

What is the application process?

Who should I contact about my Eversheds recruitment enquiry?

How many people are employed by the firm?

Which are the main departments?

Does the firm organise any social events?

Is the firm involved in pro bono work?

What about charitable and voluntary work in the community?

What are the people like?

Are there opportunities to work abroad?

What is the application process?
Applications can only be made online. You can also register your interest in joining us via the online application form.

Our recruitment process is designed to be straightforward. When you have submitted the online form your application will be confirmed by e-mail and will include login details for our Candidate Centre. You will receive e-mails to keep you up-to-date with how your application is going, and you will be able to see how things are progressing yourself by logging into the Candidate Centre.

Who should I contact about my Eversheds recruitment enquiry?
If you can't find the answer to your questions on this website please contact recruitment@eversheds.com or write to the HR Recruitment Team, Eversheds, 115 Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 3AL.
How many people are employed by the firm?
400+ partners (worldwide)
2000+ legal and business advisers - mainly solicitors (worldwide)
200+ trainees (UK)
1500+ business Services staff
Which are the main departments?
Corporate
Commercial
Litigation and Dispute Management
Real Estate (Commercial Property)
Human Resources Group (Employment and Pensions)
Legal Systems Group
There are a further 30 business and industry sectors. For a full list go to Services & Sectors.

Does the firm organise any social events?
Yes - lots! Work at Eversheds can be demanding, so it's important that you enjoy yourself. To help, we have a genuinely sociable and fun culture. Events are organised by the firm, by our social clubs, and by individuals.
Is the firm involved in pro bono work?
At Eversheds we are aware of the need for legal advice among those parts of the community that cannot afford to pay for it. We recognise our responsibility to assist in the provision of legal advice to these members of the community, as well as to the charitable sector. We are uniquely placed to undertake pro bono work across England and Wales.

We are enthusiastic members of the Solicitors Pro Bono Group, and support Law Works and ProHelp projects, attending and advising both at the Mary Ward Centre and Battersea Legal Advice Centre.

For more information please visit our dedicated pro bono page

What about charitable and voluntary work in the community?
We believe it is important to encourage community involvement among our people and regularly undertake volunteer activities to provide practical assistance. Everyone has the opportunity to become involved through the Cares Programme, which is operated in the UK by Business in the Community. Cares projects support the environment, education and IT skills in the community. We also fund and distribute our charitable trust in response to requests for donations, particularly those in which our people are involved.

For more information please read our Eversheds in the community pages.

What are the people like?
Unstuffy, friendly but very focused on their work.

We have always sought to hire 'normal' people, ie people who have personality and a sense of humour to go with the required skills and commitment. Our people are nice to deal with and we think this makes them well suited to work in our environment where 'fun' is recognised as an important element.

Are there opportunities to work abroad?
Yes. Our clients are becoming increasingly international in their origin and scope. The domestic clients of each office are doing business outside their own countries more frequently and our lawyers are acting for clients in different countries across the world more frequently. We have an international network of offices and we work closely with colleagues abroad. Secondments have also been made with international clients.