Newcastle Business Professionals

At Clifford Chance, we are committed to delivering meaningful advantage for our clients—on every matter, every time.

We are focused on recruiting and empowering the right people to be at the forefront of technological innovation, such as AI investment, legal automation, bespoke tools, to drive transformation at Clifford Chance and create more added-value, efficient solutions for clients and the wider industry.

Joining as a business professional in Newcastle means you will be part of a high-performing team, globally recognised for the work we do and the advantage we create for world-leading clients. You’ll collaborate with the sharpest minds in the industry, working on some of the most critical legal and commercial business challenges and driving business support processes.

We focus on delivering operational excellence with specialist infrastructure and dedicated support such as billing, pricing and analytics, legal and operational transformation, designed to improve efficiency and profitable project delivery, end-to-end.

Since 2018, our Newcastle office has delivered exceptional results to the ongoing success of one of the world’s leading international law firms. Our focus is on driving innovation, adding value and unique expertise through delivering a customer centric service.

We are growing a dynamic network of business professional teams across risk and compliance, finance, billing, procurement, communications, knowledge and information, project management, HR and document production. Being part of our Newcastle office means collaborating closely with colleagues all around the firm's global network. Our Newcastle office is based in 'The Lumen', next to the innovation quarter in the heart of the city centre and provides a progressive and collaborative workspace, with great amenities.

We are looking for professionals who are process-oriented, problem solvers, innovative and team players. To find out more about opportunities, click here.

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Core benefits

Group pension plan with employer contributions after three months’ service. Employees under 22 are enrolled from the first day of the month after their 22nd birthday.
Income protection scheme if unable to work due to illness or accident
Life assurance of four times annual basic salary (subject to a cap)
26 days’ annual leave per holiday year

Wellness benefits

Private medical insurance with optional dependant cover
Health screening after 12 months’ service
Virtual GP and psychologist support
24/7 Life, work and wellbeing service (EAP)
Expert support and advice on men’s and women’s health

Family-friendly benefits

Enhanced family leave subject to minimum service
Parental coaching for extended parental leave
Work+family space support for parents and caregivers

Financial benefits

Financial education via our financial education portal - Nudge
Interest-free season ticket loan after probation
Emergency childcare/eldercare support
Mortgage concierge and will writing guidance

Lifestyle benefits

£350 annual equipment allowance for home working
Retail discounts via Reward Gateway
Cycle to work scheme to save on bikes and safety equipment
Optional BUPA dental plan
Worldwide annual travel insurance on a self-funded basis
Allowance for successful referrals
Membership of relevant professional bodies

Cultural and social benefits

Employee networks supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race, disability and inclusion
On-site talks with external experts and the community
Pro bono work and community outreach

*Note: These are discretionary benefits and may be varied or withdrawn

Megan Dickinson

Senior Contracts Lawyer, New Castle

"What sets Clifford Chance apart is its truly seamless global collaboration. Expertise and perspectives are readily shared across offices and jurisdictions to ensure the best possible outcomes for both the firm and our clients."

Francesca Harvey

Sustainable Procurement Manager, New Castle

"One of the most significant skills I have strengthened at the firm is my ability to work cross-functionally. Through being part of the Net Zero Delivery Group, I've learned how to collaborate with colleagues across different teams, regions and areas of expertise."