How To Apply

We only accept applications submitted using the MMS application form. Our recruitment process is very personal with emphasis on finding the right trainees for the Firm. During the interviews we will take the time to find out about you as a person as well as your future career aspirations.

MMS is an equal opportunities employer and it is the Firm's policy to recruit the best person for each vacancy ensuring that there are equal opportunities in all stages of the recruitment process.

2011 Traineeships

Scotland

Please note, the closing date for Scottish based traineeships commencing in 2011 has now passed and we are not currently accepting any further applications.

London

Please note, the closing date for London based traineeships commencing in 2011 has now passed and we are not currently accepting any further applications.

What Are We Looking For?

The key skills we look for in our trainees are:

• An alert, inquiring mind and a keenness to learn
• Commitment
• Professionalism
• Determination to see a job through
• First class communication skills - the ability to get on with colleagues and clients at all levels
• Ability to operate under pressure in a team environment
• A sense of humour
  

Interview Process

In Scotland, selected graduates will be invited for initial interviews which will take place in October and November in one of our Scottish offices.

In London, initial interviews will take place during August and September.

Following this, a number of candidates will be invited to attend a second interview with 2 Partners, where they will also complete a roleplay and research exercise. Offers will be made to the successful candidates very soon after the second interview.

Interview Advice

Make sure you have a good background knowledge of the firm. Have you seen our corporate brochure, trainee brochure etc? If not, please request the information you require by emailing [email protected].

Prospective trainees at MMS will:

• Be prepared
• Think about the questions that will be asked and also have their own questions to ask
• Give themselves plenty of time to arrive for the interview and allow for possible delays
• Present a professional image ensuring they are smartly turned out
• Answer questions positively
• Speak clearly
• Ask if they are not sure about something
• Try to appear confident however nervous they feel!
• Have achieved a 2:1 or greater in their Honours degree