FAQs

Why do we have three 8 month seats?
Our trainees rotate seats in September, May and January which means there is a 4 month overlap of first and second year trainees in the department. This allows the new trainee the opportunity to learn from one of their peers with experience of the department when they are just starting out.

We feel that this system differentiates MMS from other firms and that having eight months in a department enhances the trainee’s employability.

Is there an opportunity to work in another jurisdiction?
MMS has offices in both Scotland and London. We may therefore be able to offer our trainees the prospect of allocating one of your seats to an alternative office (subject to business need), be it a swap from Scotland to London or vice versa. Should the opportunity arise, we will support you fully during the time you are away including the provision of accommodation, should you require it.

What happens once I qualify?
During the course your traineeship, you will develop a feel for the areas in which you may wish to specialise. In spring of your second year we will discuss with you the newly qualified positions that are available across the firm. If you have completed your traineeship successfully, we will hopefully be able to offer you a job in the department of your choice. Experience of the past few years shows that we have been able to keep on a high proportion of those qualifying who want to stay with us. Many have remained with us to become Associates and Partners.