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CMS · Onsite · Kyiv

Start your legal career at a global law firm where complex, high-profile work meets real responsibility from day one.


We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Trainee to join our Dispute Resolution team in Kyiv. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international arbitration, litigation, and regulatory matters while working alongside leading practitioners across multiple jurisdictions.

About the Role
As part of our team, you will be involved in a wide range of dispute resolution matters, including:

  • Supporting international and domestic arbitration proceedings 
  • Assisting with commercial, civil, and administrative litigation 
  • Contributing to cases involving compliance, sanctions, and white-collar crime 
  • Conducting legal research and drafting procedural documents 
  • Participating in client meetings, hearings, and case strategy discussions 


You will work on complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes across industries such as energy, infrastructure, finance, pharmaceuticals, and retail, collaborating closely with colleagues across our international network.

Why Join Us

  • Global exposure – Work within one of the largest international law firms, collaborating with teams across Europe and beyond 
  • High-quality work – Be part of high-profile, cutting-edge disputes from early case strategy to enforcement 
  • Early responsibility – Gain meaningful client exposure and hands-on experience from the start 
  • Structured development – Access comprehensive training programmes and continuous learning opportunities 
  • Supportive environment – Learn from experienced lawyers in a collaborative and ambitious team 

About You
We are looking for someone who is:

  • A final-year law student or recent graduate from a recognised Ukrainian university 
  • Genuinely interested in dispute resolution and litigation 
  • Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn 
  • Equipped with strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
  • An excellent communicator in English and Ukrainian (written and spoken) 
  • Highly organised, with strong time management and attention to detail 
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team, even under pressure 

Your Career Starts Here
This role offers an exceptional foundation for a long-term legal career. You will gain exposure to the full lifecycle of dispute resolution—from drafting dispute clauses and pre-dispute advisory work to litigation, arbitration, and enforcement of judgments and awards.

If you are ready to develop your skills in a fast-paced, international environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the first step in your legal career with us.

What’s in it for you?

As a future facing firm, we take a bold, dynamic and agile approach to help clients of every size face the future with confidence. We empower and support our people to realise their ambitions through access to high quality, interesting and engaging work alongside a competitive package.

Please note that we have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.

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