Discover the unexpected at Simmons & Simmons
You’ll help answer our clients’ biggest and most important questions, because that’s exactly what we’ll train you to do. Together, we’ll help businesses to innovate, cut complexity and build a more equal and sustainable world.
Our Hong Kong Office
Having been active in Asia for 40 years, we are recognised as one of the leading international law firms in the area.
We are well known for our expertise in fields such as employment, investment funds, dispute resolution and IP, serving clients ranging from major multinational companies to government agencies.
Our offices in Asia offer a wide array of opportunities for graduates, with our trainees working alongside our team of lawyers with in-depth knowledge of the region.
As the world becomes increasingly centred around the fast-growing economies in Asia, gaining experience in the legal work behind these thriving businesses would prove to be an invaluable asset to the future of your career.
Vacation Scheme
Start to get under the surface of what it’s like to be a trainee lawyer, with our paid vacation schemes. You’ll learn more about our firm, so you can work out how you fit into our world, and how we fit into yours. These schemes are the most popular route to a training contract with us – many vacation schemers return as trainees.
Summer Vacation Scheme 2026
Our summer vacation scheme is open to penultimate (preferred) and final year law students. On this three-week experience, you’ll find a deeper understanding of the world of law, and you’ll leave feeling part of our team. With a buddy trainee and a supervising partner or associate on hand, you’ll be a part of working life at the firm, attending social events, doing vital research and drafting work, and even meeting with clients. It’s a packed schedule but by the end, you’ll have a strong sense of whether we’re right for you – and you for us. The scheme dates are:
Scheme intake 1: 1 June – 18 June 2026
Scheme intake 2: 29 June – 17 July 2026
*Applications will close on 31 January 2026*
Apply to Summer Vacation Scheme 2026Training Contracts
This is the start of your full-time career with Simmons & Simmons. Join us in Hong Kong to access a two-year programme, and an unexpected legal career. With four seats – that’s six-month stints in different practice areas – you’ll soon find out where your interests lie, and you’ll work your way up to qualifying as an associate with us. There’s a lot packed into your training contract, so we’ve created a full career journey to help you understand what’s involved and how it will benefit you.
Contact Us
Do you have a problem or a question we haven’t answered? Need to know more about special arrangements for your application? You can contact our team below:
T: +852 2868 1131
E: graduate.recruitmentasia@simmons-simmons.com
Simmons & Simmons
30th Floor, One Taikoo Place
979 King’s Road
Hong Kong