The Career Changer of the Year Award 2025

‍ Clifford Chance is a leading international law firm with a global presence. We are known for our exceptional legal services and our commitment to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Our firm operates across multiple jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. This global perspective enables us to provide clients with comprehensive and tailored legal advice that addresses their international needs.

Clifford Chance offers a wide range of legal services, covering a broad spectrum of practice areas. Our expertise spans various industries and sectors, allowing us to provide clients with the highest quality legal advice.

Our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent from around the world. Our collaborative culture and commitment to diversity and inclusion create a rewarding and stimulating work environment.

Please note that you do not need to be interested in pursuing a career in law, or with Clifford Chance, to enter this award.

This award seeks to recognise lifelong learning and the unique perspectives and broad skillsets that career changers can bring to organisations employing graduate talent. We want to shine a spotlight on those who have decided to pursue a new challenge and to celebrate the journeys of those making a leap into the unknown.

At Clifford Chance we believe diverse teams working in an inclusive culture is good for our people, our clients and the success of our firm. Our many career changers within the organisation contribute significantly to our culture and the diversity of thought across the business.

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Are you a dedicated lifelong learner who is currently studying to change careers?

‍ If so, we invite you to apply for the 2025 Career Changer of the Year Award.

What we're looking for:

• Courage and resilience: Can you demonstrate your ability to overcome challenges, persevere in your career transition, and adapt to new circumstances?
• Commitment to lifelong learning: Can you explain how you have managed your transition to (or back to) higher education and articulate the skills, knowledge, and perspectives you have gained or developed along the way?
• Unique perspectives and broad skillsets: Can you share your diverse experiences and skills to your new career path, offering a fresh and innovative approach?

‍ The application process is designed to help you share your unique journey with us.

You will be asked about:

• Your career journey to date and why you have decided to transition to a new path
• What you are hoping to achieve and what unique insights and transferable skills you will bring to your new career
• Any challenges you have faced and how you over came them
• The possible barriers that might exist to the inclusion of career changers in large organisations
• An achievement of importance that you are most proud of

‍ Good luck!