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2026 Winter Vacation & CA Programme | Apply now!

Baker McKenzie Johannesburg, Gauteng 4 months ago
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Job Details

Position: 2026 Winter Vacation Programme & 2028 Candidate Attorney Programme
Requisition ID: 2604
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Employment Type: Full Time
Company: Baker McKenzie

Company Overview

Baker McKenzie is a globally recognised law firm with more than 13,000 professionals across over 70 offices worldwide. The firm is known for delivering integrated legal solutions across jurisdictions and practice areas, serving multinational corporations, financial institutions, and African businesses expanding into global markets.

With a diverse workforce representing over 60 nationalities, the firm fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional excellence within an inclusive and high-performance culture.

Job Overview

The 2026 Winter Vacation Programme offers law students practical exposure within a top-tier international law firm. Participants gain insight into cross-border legal work, client engagement, and professional development within a global team.

Successful applicants are concurrently considered for the 2028 Candidate Attorney (CA) Programme, providing a pathway to structured legal training and qualification within a leading international firm.

This programme is designed for high-achieving law students seeking global exposure, structured mentorship, and long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities

During the Winter Vacation Programme:

  • Participate in practical legal assignments across practice areas

  • Assist with legal research and drafting under supervision

  • Attend client briefings, internal workshops, and development sessions

  • Engage with attorneys and partners to understand cross-border legal practice

  • Demonstrate professionalism, analytical ability, and teamwork

As a Future Candidate Attorney:

  • Support transactional and advisory matters

  • Conduct in-depth legal research

  • Draft legal documents and memoranda

  • Participate in client meetings and strategic discussions

  • Complete structured rotation requirements across practice areas

Qualifications

Education

  • LLB degree (completed or in progress)

  • Strong academic record

Experience

  • No prior work experience required for the vacation programme

  • Demonstrated academic excellence and leadership involvement advantageous

Skills

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking ability

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Research proficiency

  • High attention to detail

  • Ability to work in diverse and collaborative teams

  • Professional maturity and integrity

Internship Application Tips

  • Highlight academic achievements and relevant law modules.

  • Include leadership roles, mooting, research projects, or law clinic experience.

  • Demonstrate interest in commercial law and cross-border transactions.

  • Tailor your CV to reflect analytical skills and structured thinking.

  • Keep your CV concise (2 pages maximum) and professionally formatted.

  • Include academic transcripts where required.

Benefits of Joining the Company

  • Exposure to complex cross-border legal matters

  • Structured mentorship and professional development

  • Access to global legal networks

  • Inclusive and diverse workplace culture

  • Long-term career pathway within an international law firm

  • Opportunity to work with leading African and multinational clients

Company Policy

Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The firm does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, age, or background. All recruitment processes are conducted in line with fair employment practices and applicable legislation.