Legal Trainee

**Firm Summary**

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.

With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working around the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world’s key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.

It’s not just about our global network of offices; it’s the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It’s one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work.

Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages.

**Position Summary**

Our Brussels office offers Blue Book trainees and LLM students a possibility to gain experience and training from an international law firm through our trainee program. By working closely with senior associates and partners, you will be involved in advising clients on a broad range of EU competition law questions, antitrust and merger control investigations conducted by the European Commission, litigation before the EU Courts, as well as other EU regulatory issues (State aid, trade, Digital Markets Act, Digital Service Act, etc.). Our trainee program runs for twelve months starting each year in March and September. We are currently hiring for September 2026. Our trainees work on a full-time basis and many of them are offered to continue working with us as associates.

If you are ambitious, hardworking, independent, creative and detail-oriented, this is a unique opportunity to participate in interesting international transactions and become a member of our dynamic team.

**Qualifications**

Candidates interested in a position as Legal Trainee:

- Need to have completed their academic qualifications including modules on EU or Competition (Antitrust) law, and relevant legal experience including a European institution.
- Completion of an LL.M. at a foreign university is an asset.
- Need to have a European Bar qualification, or will be qualified within a maximum period of one year.
- At least one year of experience (Traineeship at the European Commission - Traineeship at an international law firm among main competitors. Junior Associate level at a national law firm).
- Need to be outgoing and resilient, with strong communication and social skills and a high degree of commitment to the job.
- A fluent level in English is required. Knowledge of another language is desirable.
- Must have very good analytical skills.
- Will show diligence, attention to detail, professionalism, eagerness to learn, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team.
- Should have very good computer skills.

**What we offer**

We offer an excellent compensation package that recognize and reward your expertise and dedication. You will be working in a fast-paced and stimulating environment where each day brings new challenges and opportunities.

Our firm is committed to continuous learning and professional development, allowing you to expand your knowledge and skills. You will gain hands-on experience with top leading cases, enhancing your practical skills and legal acumen. Additionally, you will be part of a team that supports your growth and success, offering opportunities to work on high-profile and influential cases.

**Location & Reporting**

- This role is based in Brussels.

1The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.