{"id":14636,"date":"2026-08-19T10:21:14","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T10:21:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.legal500.com\/future-lawyers\/?post_type=profiles&#038;p=14636"},"modified":"2026-09-23T10:16:23","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T10:16:23","slug":"irwin-mitchell","status":"publish","type":"profiles","link":"https:\/\/www.legal500.com\/future-lawyers\/profiles\/irwin-mitchell\/","title":{"rendered":"Irwin Mitchell"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","jurisdictions":[],"countries":[],"cities":[],"firms_companies":[],"universities_colleges":[],"lex_survey_questions":[],"publications":[828],"tc_location":[],"class_list":["post-14636","profiles","type-profiles","status-publish","hentry","publications-future-lawyers-2026-27"],"acf":[],"featured_image_urls":{},"appp_media":null,"appp":{"post_list":{"below_title":"<div class=\"lex-profile-list-intro\"><div class=\"letterhead\">\n            \n\t\t\t<h1 class=\"styled\">Irwin Mitchell<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t<img class=\"firm-logo\" height=\"200\" width=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.legal500.com\/future-lawyers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/irwin-mitchell.jpg\" alt=\"Irwin Mitchell law firm logo\" \/>\n\t<meta class=\"swiftype\" name=\"image\" data-type=\"enum\" content=\"https:\/\/www.legal500.com\/future-lawyers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/irwin-mitchell.jpg\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"contact-box\">\n<div class=\"address contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-building\"><\/i> 2 Riverside East, Millsands, Sheffield S3 8DT<\/div><div class=\"web contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-globe\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-website\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.irwinmitchell.com\/\">Visit website<\/a><\/div><div class=\"email contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-envelope\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-email\" href=\"mailto: earlycareers@irwinmitchell.com?subject=Enquiry via lex100.com\">E-mail firm<\/a><\/div><div class=\"phone contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-phone\"><\/i> 0370 1500 100<\/div><div class=\"twitter contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-twitter\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-twitter\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/IMCareers\">Twitter<\/a><\/div><div class=\"linkedin contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-linkedin\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-linkedin\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/irwin-mitchell\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/div><div class=\"facebook contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-facebook\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-facebook\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/IrwinMitchellSolicitors\">Facebook<\/a><\/div><div class=\"instagram contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-instagram\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-instagram\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/irwin_mitchell\/\">Instagram<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"badges\"><i class='fa fa-trophy' aria-hidden='true'><\/i> Irwin Mitchell is a The Legal 500 Future Lawyers Winner in 1 category: <a href='\/future-lawyers\/survey\/future-lawyers-winners\/you-are-confident-that-you-will-be-kept-on-after-qualification\/' target='_blank'> Retention confidence<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"apply-buttons\">\n<div class=\"grad_web\"><button class=\"grad-rec\" style=\"position:relative; height: 56px;\"><a style=\"padding-top: 15px; position: absolute; top: 0; right: 0; bottom: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; color: #fff;\" class=\"firm-grad-site\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irwinmitchell.com\/recruitment\/early-careers\">Visit Graduate Recruitment Site<\/a><\/button><\/div><div class=\"apply_link\"><button class=\"apply-now\" style=\"position:relative; height: 56px;\"><a style=\"padding-top: 15px; position: absolute; top: 0; right: 0; bottom: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; color: #fff;\" class=\"firm-apply-link\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irwinmitchell.com\/recruitment\/early-careers\">Apply Now<\/a><\/button><\/div><\/div>\n\n                    \n        <\/div><span class=\"profile-link\">View Profile<\/span><\/div>"},"post_detail":{"below_title":"<div class=\"letterhead\"><div class=\"letterhead\">\n            \n\t\t\t<h1 class=\"styled\">Irwin Mitchell<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t<img class=\"firm-logo\" height=\"200\" width=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.legal500.com\/future-lawyers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/irwin-mitchell.jpg\" alt=\"Irwin Mitchell law firm logo\" \/>\n\t<meta class=\"swiftype\" name=\"image\" data-type=\"enum\" content=\"https:\/\/www.legal500.com\/future-lawyers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/irwin-mitchell.jpg\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"contact-box\">\n<div class=\"address contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-building\"><\/i> 2 Riverside East, Millsands, Sheffield S3 8DT<\/div><div class=\"web contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-globe\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-website\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.irwinmitchell.com\/\">Visit website<\/a><\/div><div class=\"email contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-envelope\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-email\" href=\"mailto: earlycareers@irwinmitchell.com?subject=Enquiry via lex100.com\">E-mail firm<\/a><\/div><div class=\"phone contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-phone\"><\/i> 0370 1500 100<\/div><div class=\"twitter contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-twitter\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-twitter\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/IMCareers\">Twitter<\/a><\/div><div class=\"linkedin contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-linkedin\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-linkedin\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/irwin-mitchell\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/div><div class=\"facebook contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-facebook\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-facebook\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/IrwinMitchellSolicitors\">Facebook<\/a><\/div><div class=\"instagram contact\"><i class=\"fa fa-instagram\"><\/i> <a class=\"firm-instagram\" target=\"_blank\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/irwin_mitchell\/\">Instagram<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"badges\"><i class='fa fa-trophy' aria-hidden='true'><\/i> Irwin Mitchell is a The Legal 500 Future Lawyers Winner in 1 category: <a href='\/future-lawyers\/survey\/future-lawyers-winners\/you-are-confident-that-you-will-be-kept-on-after-qualification\/' target='_blank'> Retention confidence<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"apply-buttons\">\n<div class=\"grad_web\"><button class=\"grad-rec\" style=\"position:relative; height: 56px;\"><a style=\"padding-top: 15px; position: absolute; top: 0; right: 0; bottom: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; color: #fff;\" class=\"firm-grad-site\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irwinmitchell.com\/recruitment\/early-careers\">Visit Graduate Recruitment Site<\/a><\/button><\/div><div class=\"apply_link\"><button class=\"apply-now\" style=\"position:relative; height: 56px;\"><a style=\"padding-top: 15px; position: absolute; top: 0; right: 0; bottom: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; color: #fff;\" class=\"firm-apply-link\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irwinmitchell.com\/recruitment\/early-careers\">Apply Now<\/a><\/button><\/div><\/div>\n\n                    \n        <\/div><\/div><div class=\"survey-scores\"><h2 style=\"color: #111;\">Trainee Feedback<\/h2>\r\n<ul style=\"list-type:none; color: #111;\">\r\n<li style=\"width:84.8%\">84.8<span class=\"score-title\">Work quality<\/span><\/li><li style=\"width:87.2%\">87.2<span class=\"score-title\">Client contact<\/span><\/li><li style=\"width:%\">70.0<span class=\"score-title\">Vac. 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They make you feel very much a vital part of the team from day one\u2019, \u2018The approachability of senior colleagues and the fact that there is no hierarchy\u2019, \u2018Supportive and kind people and meaningful work\u2019, \u2018Flexibility &#8211; it varies from team to team, but mine is fantastic\u2019.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What could your firm do to improve?\u00a0<\/strong>\u2018Not be so fixated on total time recording\u2019, \u2018Match the practicalities of hybrid working to the marketing \u2013 the current drive for three fixed office days does not match the \u201cflexible by choice\u201d policy\u2019, \u2018There is little transparency about seats and the qualification process, and often it feels as though there is one rule for one person and another for somebody else\u2019.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What has been the best moment of your training contract?\u00a0<\/strong>\u2018Attending client meetings in person. It is really lovely to meet clients face to face and find ways to support them through this. I once got given a jar of homemade jam\u2019, \u2018Going to an infant approval hearing at the Royal Courts of Justice\u2019, \u2018Getting offers from all three seats I had completed and being able to qualify six months early\u2019.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What has been the most challenging moment of your training contract? <\/strong>\u2018Being allocated a seat that I desperately did not want, meaning that I didn\u2019t get to try another area I was very interested in, and spending six months unengaged\u2019, \u2018Dealing with emotional clients in challenging situations\u2019, \u2018Falling out of love with the area of law I had previously believed I wanted to qualify into\u2019.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n                \n               \n      <h2 class=\"tab-listing\" id=\"verdict\">The Lex 100 verdict on <span class=\"highlight-firm\">Irwin Mitchell<\/span><\/h2>\n       \n        \n      \n             \n        <p>    \n\t<p>For trainees interested in personal legal services, litigation and work with tangible human impact, Irwin Mitchell is hard to beat. Respondents were attracted by the chance to specialise in medical negligence and personal injury, the firm\u2019s \u2018great private client law offering\u2019 and its litigation reputation. IM\u2019s footprint is another draw, as it offers training contracts in 16 UK offices. Several trainees liked that the firm was \u2018local to me\u2019 while still offering work on a national scale.<\/p>\n<p>The culture is repeatedly praised. Trainees describe colleagues as \u2018genuinely nice and normal\u2019, say \u2018everyone is approachable and helpful\u2019, and appreciate that \u2018work-life balance is encouraged\u2019. Senior lawyers are accessible too, with one respondent noting that \u2018it is just as easy to engage in general chat with the partners as it is with other trainees\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>The work itself is another strength. Trainees enjoy \u2018exposure to high-quality, high-value work\u2019, meaningful client contact and responsibility. All in all, it\u2019s \u2018a great way to learn\u2019. Standout moments include \u2018leading my own client meetings\u2019, \u2018attending mediations with King\u2019s Counsel\u2019, receiving \u2018amazing client feedback at the end of a hard-won case\u2019 and \u2018working to achieve settlements that will change client lives for the better\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>At Irwin Mitchell, trainees study for the SQE alongside the training contract. Some respondents feel that \u2018study days are not respected\u2019 and begrudge having to dedicate evenings and weekends to revision. Seat moves can also prove a challenge because \u2018everyone works so differently\u2019, and each rotation brings \u2018a steep learning curve\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>On improvements, remuneration dominates: calls to \u2018increase salary\u2019 and \u2018match competitors&#8217; pay\u2019 were not uncommon. Others want better benefits, more realistic chargeable-hour targets, \u2018more transparency in relation to career growth opportunities and salaries\u2019 and upgraded technology.<\/p>\n<p>For aspiring lawyers who value purpose as much as prestige, Irwin Mitchell offers meaningful work, early responsibility and a supportive national platform.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n        \n             \n                \n        \t\t<p>        \n              \n\n\n           \n        \n         \t\t \n\t\t <h2 id=\"ditl\">A day in the life of... Alice Power, 2nd year trainee<\/h2>\n\t\t <p><img height=\"200\" width=\"200\" alt=\"Alice Power, Irwin Mitchell\" class=\"ditl-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.legal500.com\/future-lawyers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/08\/Picture2-1.jpg\"\/>\t\t <p><strong>Departments to date:<\/strong> Seat 1 - Corporate, Seat 2 - Employment, Seat 3 - Banking <\/p>         \n\t\t \t\t <p><strong>University: <\/strong>\n\t\t \t\t The University of Sheffield\t\t \t\t University of Law\t\t \t\t <\/p>\n\t\t         \n\t\t <p><strong>Degree:<\/strong> BA Hons Politics and International Relations and MA Law, SQE1 and SQE2<\/p>    <\/p>  \n\t\t <p><p><strong>8:15am \u2013 Morning Coffee and Tribunal Preparation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I leave my flat and headed into Manchester city centre to meet my supervisor at a nearby Costa Coffee before a Preliminary Hearing in the Employment Tribunal. We use the time to discuss the case, run through the key issues likely to arise during the hearing and make sure we\u2019re fully prepared for the morning ahead. It was a great opportunity to learn from my supervisor\u2019s experience and gain insight into hearing strategy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>8:50am \u2013 Walk to Manchester Employment Tribunal<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We make the short walk over to Manchester Employment Tribunal. One of the things I enjoy about my employment seat is the opportunity to attend the hearings and see first hand how cases progress through the tribunal process. As many hearings now take place remotely, attending an in-person hearing is becoming less common, so I was particularly excited to have the opportunity to observe the tribunal process in person.<\/p>\n<p><strong>9:00am \u2013 Arrive at Tribunal <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After going through security, we head to the Respondent\u2019s room and spend some time reviewing the bundle and discussing any last-minute points before the hearing begins. It\u2019s always interesting to observe the preparation that takes place immediately before a tribunal hearing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>9:50am \u2013 Discussion with the Clerk<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Before the hearing starts, we speak with the tribunal clerk regarding the arrangements for the morning. Attending hearings has helped me develop a much better understanding of tribunal procedure and the practical aspects of litigation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>10:15am \u2013 Preliminary Hearing <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The preliminary hearing gets underway. I take detailed notes throughout and observe how the Employment Judge manages the case and addresses the issues in dispute. These experiences are invaluable as a trainee, helping to bring to life the legal principles that I work with day-to-day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>11:00am \u2013 Walk to the Office<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once the hearing concludes, we make our way back to the Manchester office. I take the opportunity to reflect on the hearing and discuss some of the key points with my supervisor.<\/p>\n<p><strong>11:20am \u2013 Catching up and prioritising tasks<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As I haven\u2019t been at my desk all morning, I start by reviewing my emails and Microsoft Teams messages to identify any urgent matters requiring attention. An urgent Employment Tribunal claim had come in and there is a court deadline approaching, so I am asked to assist with drafting the client\u2019s ET1 claim form and Particulars of Complaint.<\/p>\n<p><strong>11:40am \u2013 Discussion with supervisor<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I sit down with my supervisor to discuss the urgent Employment Tribunal claim. We talk through the factual background, identify the key legal issues and consider how best to present the client\u2019s case within the ET1 and Particulars of Complaint. These face-to-face discussions are a valuable part of my training, giving me the opportunity to ask questions, develop my understanding of employment law and gain practical insight into the strategic decisions that shape a case from the outset.<\/p>\n<p><strong>12:00pm \u2013 Irwin Mitchell Futures Committee Meeting <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I join a call with the Irwin Mitchell Futures Committee, an internal networking group that I sit on. We\u2019re busy planning our summer social event, which aims to bring together junior professional across Manchester, including those working in corporate finance, accounting, tax advisory, banking and private client services. It\u2019s a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with professionals from a variety of industries and build lasting connections.<\/p>\n<p><strong>12:30pm \u2013 Lunch break <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I grab lunch with some of the other trainees before heading out for a short walk in the sunshine. It\u2019s always good to catch up with colleagues from different teams and hear about the varied work they\u2019re involved in across the firm.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1:30pm \u2013 Drafting the ET1 and Particulars of Complaint <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Back at my desk, I begin drafting the ET1 and Particulars of Complaint. I review the documents and information provided by the client, identify the key factual allegations and ensure the claim is clearly set out ahead of the tribunal deadline. Drafting tribunal documents gives me valuable experience in translating complex factual situations into concise legal arguments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3:30pm \u2013 Legal Helpline Client call <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I join a call with a client who has contacted our legal helpline after recently being made redundant. The client is looking for advice on their options and whether they may have potential claims arising from the termination of their employment. I listen to their concerns, take detailed noted and discuss the matter further with the team following the call.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4:30pm \u2013 Settlement Agreement meeting <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I sit in on a settlement agreement meeting with one of the solicitors in the team. I take a detailed attendance note and observe how advice is delivered to the client in a clear and practical way. Attending client meetings like this is a great way to develop my understanding of both employment law and effective client communication.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5:15pm \u2013 End-of-Day wrap up <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Before finishing for the day, I review my inbox, update my task list and flag any important actions for the following day. I also check my calendar to prepare for upcoming meetings and deadlines. Taking a few minutes to plan ahead helps me stay organised and ensures I can hit the ground running the next morning.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/p>\n\t\t \n        \n                <h2 id=\"about\">About the firm<\/h2>\n        <p><p><strong>The firm<\/strong>: Irwin Mitchell is one of the UK\u2019s largest full-service law firms with offices in over 18 locations across the UK and can offer you an amazing start in your legal career.<\/p>\n<p>As the leading personal injury and medical negligence practice in the UK, we are supported by a national public law team and the UK\u2019s leading Court of Protection practice.<\/p>\n<p>Our private client offering specialises in family, private client advisory and dispute resolution.<\/p>\n<p>Our business teams are composed of 350 established experts, enabling us to collaborate with a diverse clientele on a national and regional level including corporate, litigation, commercial, real estate, and employment, across a variety of industry sectors such as media, retail, manufacturing, and education.\u00a0 The business teams take on around 10-12 trainees each year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The clients<\/strong>: Individuals, high-net worth entrpreneurs, panel for high-street banks, further education colleges.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The deals<\/strong>: Corporate \u2013 The corporate team advised Risk Capital Partners on its acquisition of leading Mexican restaurant chain Wahaca. The deal sees the hospitality-focused investor acquire one of the UK&#8217;s best-known restaurant brands, positioning the business for its next phase of growth and expansion. 1<\/p>\n<p>The corporate team advised PXN Ventures on a \u00a33 million investment into Rightbrain AI, a Newcastle-based technology company helping service firms adopt artificial intelligence. The investment will support the continued development of the platform and expansion of the business across the UK and internationally.<\/p>\n<p>Real Estate \/ Property &#8211; The Real Estate team advised Millwall Football Club on landmark lease agreements with Lewisham Council, securing a new 999-year lease across The Den and surrounding land. The transaction provides long-term certainty for the club, supports future development plans, and creates a platform for the wider regeneration of Bermondsey.<\/p>\n<p>Banking &amp; Finance &#8211; The Banking &amp; Finance team advised Sheffield-based manufacturer Gripple on a multi-jurisdictional refinancing with HSBC. The transaction will support the continued international growth of the employee-owned business, which employs more than 950 people globally and exports to over 80 countries.<\/p>\n<p>Restructuring &amp; Insolvency &#8211; The Restructuring &amp; Insolvency team advised on the sale of the business and assets of Kin Series Holding Ltd and Bron Releasing UK, relating to the Kin television series, to LPF Kin Holdings UK Ltd.<\/p>\n<p>Medical negligence lawyers are supporting families affected by maternity care failings at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The cases form part of wider concerns regarding maternity services in Leeds, following reports that a number of baby and maternal deaths may have been preventable.<\/p>\n<p>Abuse lawyers were instructed by a woman who was sexually assaulted in her Travelodge hotel room after a man was wrongly provided with a keycard to her room.<\/p>\n<p>Serious Injury &#8211; The serious injury team is acting for more than a dozen passengers injured in the Bedford train crash, helping them access rehabilitation, treatment and interim support following the collision.<\/p>\n<p>The serious injury team was instructed by a group of Liverpool FC fans injured during the club&#8217;s Premier League trophy parade after a vehicle was driven into crowds in Liverpool city centre.<\/p>\n<p>International Serious Injury &#8211; Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of 56 British holidaymakers who fell seriously ill after staying at the Riu Karamboa resort in Cape Verde.<\/p>\n<p>Family Law \/ Divorce &#8211; Family lawyers successfully represented a mother in a High Court appeal after a reduction in maintenance payments was ruled unfair.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Managing partner<\/strong>: Craig Marshall<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other offices<\/strong>: Birmingham, Brighton, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Chichester, Gatwick, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Reading, Sheffield, Southampton.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who we are<\/strong>: Irwin Mitchell is one of the UK\u2019s largest full-service law firms, providing expert legal advice for people and businesses at life\u2019s important moments.<\/p>\n<p>Founded in 1912, we\u2019ve grown from a small building in Sheffield to being recognised as one of the UK\u2019s largest full-service law firms. We have offices in over 18 locations across the UK and with over 3,000 staff and a variety of legal services, we\u2019ve supported one million clients to date. Our vast experience and knowledge are complemented by our dedicated approach to client care.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What we do<\/strong>: We work with individual and business clients and take the time to understand what matters most to them to deliver exceptional outcomes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What we&#8217;re looking for<\/strong>: Trainees need to be flexible in their approach to everything, be resilient to change, and have a drive to solve problems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What you\u2019ll do<\/strong>: As a trainee you will work on challenging and complex tasks with a wide range of our clients on critical cases, deals and projects. Our training approach allows trainees to specialise in legal services for individuals or business and gain knowledge and skills across complementary areas of law.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Perks<\/strong>: 25 days\u2019 holiday and buying scheme, health plan, recognition scheme, two volunteering days a year, sports team sponsorship, season ticket loan, contributory pension scheme, death in service cover, critical illness cover.<\/p>\n<\/p>         \n              \n      <h2 class=\"tab-listing\" id=\"other\">Diversity and Inclusion<\/h2>\n\t  \n      <div id=\"diversity\"><p><strong>Percentage of female associates:\u00a0<\/strong>81%<\/p>\n<p><strong>Percentage of female partners: <\/strong>59%<\/p>\n<p><strong>Percentage of BAME associates:\u00a0<\/strong>11%<\/p>\n<p><strong>Percentage of BAME partners: <\/strong>8%<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n            \n      \n            \n                 \n            \n              \n       \n                 \n        \t<\/div><!-- .entry-content -->\n\n\t\n<\/article><!-- #post-## --><\/div><div class=\"profile-content-2\">   \r\n\r\n<div id=\"profile-contents\">\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"widget-title\">Contents<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"contents\">\r\n<li><a href=\"#verdict\">The verdict<\/a><\/li> <li><a href=\"#ditl\">A day in the life of...<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#about\">About us<\/a><\/li>  <li><a href=\"#diversity\">Diversity and Inclusion<\/a><\/li>          \r\n<li><a href=\"#facts\">Facts and figures<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\r\n        \r\n<\/div> \r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"application-process\">\r\n \r\n<h2 class=\"widget-title\">Application process for Irwin Mitchell<\/h2>\r\n<p><strong>How<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irwinmitchell.com\/recruitment\/early-careers\">Online application only<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s involved in application<\/strong>: Online strengths-based assessment and video interview, in-person assessment centre, and in-person final stage insight day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Person in charge of recruitment<\/strong>: Claire O\u2019Neill \u2013 Head of Early Careers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When: <\/strong>By Tuesday 1 December 2026 for 2028 &amp; 2029 training contracts<\/p>\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n  \r\n  \r\n    \r\n    \r\n<div id=\"salary\"> \r\n \r\n  <h2 class=\"widget-title\">Salary at Irwin Mitchell<\/h2>\r\n  <p><strong>First year salary:<\/strong> \u00a332,000 (regional), \u00a344,000 (London)<\/p>  <p><strong>Second year salary:<\/strong> \u00a334,000 (regional), \u00a346,000 (London)<\/p>  <p><strong>Newly qualified salary:<\/strong> \u00a347,000-\u00a360,000 (regional), \u00a360,000-\u00a379,000 (London)<\/p>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n \r\n  \r\n  \r\n    \r\n <div id=\"facts-figures\">\r\n \r\n  <h2 id=\"facts\" class=\"widget-title\">Facts and figures<\/h2>\r\n  <p><p>Total partners: 215<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other fee-earners<\/strong>: 834<\/p>\n<p><strong>Total trainees<\/strong>: 94<\/p>\n<p><strong>Trainee places available for 2029<\/strong>: 45<\/p>\n<p><strong>Applications received pa<\/strong>: 5,000<\/p>\n<p><strong>Percentage interviewed<\/strong>: 4% (at assessment centre)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Turnover of the firm in 2025<\/strong>: \u00a3337.5m<\/p>\n<\/p>\r\n  \r\n<\/div>\r\n \r\n      \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!--\t  \r\n\r\n    \r\n<h2 class=\"widget-title\">If  were a fictional character it would be\u2026<\/h2>\r\n        \t\t\r\n<br><\/br>\r\n<br><\/br> -->\r\n\r\n   \r\n\r\n<div id=\"videos\">\r\n\r\n       \r\n<iframe title=\"Welcome to National Apprenticeship Week\" width=\"520\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-PBJmAFy4TY?list=PLrqym4dj8aPuOlyYgHdjR9VZKe8LW_16V\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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