Business Services Trainee - Undergraduate Placement - London

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.

About the Role

We are seeking undergraduates to join our 13-month Business Services Placement Program in London beginning in Summer 2026. Our Business Services departments in London comprise of over 300 staff members, who support over 600 lawyers in the London office, making us Latham’s second largest office globally. Driven by the belief that our strongest asset is our people, Latham is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports personal and professional development, whereby Latham's global platform, unique collaborative culture, and deep resources provide unparalleled opportunities for career progression.

The Business Services Trainee (BST) – Undergraduate Placement Program is an integral part of Latham’s professional services structure. The paid internship program offers undergraduates the opportunity to gain one year of invaluable professional business experience in a premier law firm. As a BST, you will be assigned to a Business Services department, where you will have a key role in supporting our lawyers and the Firm through project work and administrative assistance. Previous intern opportunities have been offered in the following departments: Human Resources, Office of the General Counsel, Conflicts, Attorney Development & Recruitment, Revenue Management, Business Development, and Technology.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

• Seeking diverse and challenging opportunities within a global setting

• Providing a high level of customer service to internal and external clients

• Working both independently and in a team environment

• Collaborating globally with other offices, teams, and Business Services Trainees

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Display knowledge and proficiency in PC applications, including MS Office

• Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Demonstrate well-developed and professional interpersonal skills

And have:

• On track to graduate with a 2:1 in Summer 2026 / Graduated in the last two years with a 2:1 degree or above

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance

• A pension plan

• Wellness programs

• Employee discounts

• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.