Vacation Scheme (Newcastle - various legal teams)

Job description
Vacation Scheme (Newcastle - various legal teams)

Department: Business Services - Human Resources

Employment Type: Internship

Location: Newcastle

Description
Step into the legal world with DAC Beachcroft’s brand-new Legal Vacation Scheme — a dynamic, hands-on experience designed to give you a genuine taste of life at a leading international law firm.

Over the course of an immersive week, you’ll work alongside our legal experts, contribute to real client projects, and gain first-hand insight into the people, culture, and values that make DACB unique.

This is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring lawyers to explore a career in law. Whether you're considering a future as a trainee solicitor or paralegal, this scheme offers the perfect springboard to help shape your next steps.

The DACB LLP Vacation Scheme will run in-person in our London, Bristol, Newcastle & Manchester offices from 8 - 12 September 2026.

Our next trainee solicitor application window opens from 1 November 2026 to 31 January 2026 for roles starting in September 2028.

Paralegal opportunities are available year-round across our practice areas — visit our ‘Work with Us’ page to view current vacancies.

What to expect on a DACB Vacation Scheme:
• Real legal work, real impact – Get hands-on experience that mirrors the day-to-day life of a paralegal, apprentice, or trainee solicitor at DAC Beachcroft
• Client exposure and collaboration – Take part in team projects and join social events that bring our people together
• Explore your path – Discover the many routes into a legal career — it’s not just about the traditional trainee solicitor journey
• A culture that supports you – Experience our inclusive, collaborative environment and see how we live our cultural principles every day
• Guidance every step of the way – You’ll be supported by dedicated mentors and our Early Talent Team throughout the application process and the scheme

Key features:
• Insight into different legal practice areas
• Networking opportunities with trainees, associates, and partners
• Tailored development sessions to build legal and core professional skills

Who is it for?
• Individuals considering a legal career and interested in applying for a graduate role at DAC Beachcroft in the future
• Candidates who value a supportive, inclusive, and commercially-minded environment

Minimum requirements:
• You are on track to achieve, or have already achieved, a 2:1 or above in a qualifying law or non-law degree
• You hold a minimum of BBB at A Level (or equivalent qualifications)
• You are eligible to start a role at DAC Beachcroft by September 2028 — the start date for our next trainee solicitor intake — or earlier

Key Information
Dates:

For this placement, you will need to be available for the full week (35 hours) and have the Right to Work in the UK. The scheme will run from 8 to 12 September 2026

Format:

In person; Newcastle

Please apply only to one Vacation Scheme in a location where you are enthusiastic about working in the future.

To apply:

Please complete the application form, ensuring you meet the minimum requirements. You will also need to upload your current CV and respond to four written questions.

We kindly request that candidates refrain from using AI tools to complete written questions, as we are looking to assess your individual skills and insights.

All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, please note the application window may close earlier than this if we reach the maximum number of applicants.

Candidates will be notified of application outcomes by early August.

Any questions:

Please contact our Early Talent team – earlytalent@dacbeachcroft.com