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Emirati Development Programme

Based in our Dubai and Abu Dhabi offices for two-weeks, you will discover what a career in law could look like for you during our dynamic Emirati Development Programme.


You will have the opportunity to:

  • Work alongside our lawyers and business professionals across key practice areas
  • Gain exposure to market-leading transactions and projects shaping the Middle East
  • Participate in professional development workshops, networking events and mentoring sessions
  • Develop essential legal, commercial and communication skills through practical tasks and collaborative group work

This programme offers UAE Nationals a focused and guided experience designed to support your early development and deepen your understanding of the legal profession. It also provides valuable insight into our collaborative culture and commitment to excellence.


Participants who excel during the programme may be invited to interview for our Training Contract, offering a pathway towards launching a long-term legal career with us in the Middle East.



Eligibility

 

  • UAE Nationals (Emirati passport holders)
  • Final-year students or recent graduates from any discipline
  • Fluent in Arabic and English
  • Committed to building a career in the Middle East

Eligibility
Key dates

Key dates

Applications open: w/c 19 January 2026

Applications close: 16 February 2026

Programme Dates: April 2026

Location: Dubai and Abu Dhabi offices

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Middle East Insight Day

In November 2025, we hosted an exclusive Insight Day at the Clifford Chance London office for individuals interested in building a legal career in the Middle East. Attendees networked with distinguished lawyers from the region, gained invaluable insights into the legal landscape and career prospects, and received expert guidance on crafting competitive applications for our Middle East opportunities. Whether law or non-law students or recent graduates, participants left with a deeper understanding of the nuances of practising law in the Middle East.

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We don’t recruit on a rolling basis; all applications are reviewed after the closing date. Before you apply, we encourage you to explore the following:

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