At Michelmores, we believe your career should evolve with you. Our Michelmores Academy framework combines structured training, mentoring and leadership programmes - helping you thrive at every stage of your career.
With an internal session we were provided with a truly safe space to learn and I really valued that opportunity to further improve my skills. I believe it will really help make my working life better.
Anna Wood, Partner
Our Core Development Programmes sit at the heart of Michelmores Academy. Making your development path simple, relevant and accessible so you can grow your career.
Aligned with our Destination 2030 strategy, Michelmores Academy gives you the flexibility to explore learning that supports your role, interests and ambitions, while our structured career pathways build confidence, capability and leadership at every stage of your career.
From early-career foundations to senior leadership development, our lawyer training programmes grow with you:
We recently took part in our Working with Respect training — a powerful reminder that kindness, empathy, and respect are the foundations of a thriving workplace. The session encouraged us to reflect on how we communicate, collaborate, and support one another, helping us build a stronger and more inclusive team
Louise Peters, Partner
Continuous, flexible learning to support your professional and personal growth.
Our curriculum blends Firm-wide learning with tailored technical and business development:
The L&D team are very approachable and creating content that equips me with the tools I need to do my role efficiently and effectively as well as options to develop soft skills and mindset.
Abi Leighton-Boyce, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist
The best learning happens through experience – by doing, reflecting and applying new insights.
We encourage you to take ownership of your growth through:
You’ll also have two formal conversations each year – an Expectations Conversation to set goals and a Development Conversation to reflect on progress – supported by monthly informal discussions.
It is great to have training in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere with leading lawyers using real-life Michelmores cases. It felt very relevant and has made me excited to attend court.
Jess Norris, Trainee Solicitor
A flexible, inclusive mentoring programme that builds connection, confidence and collaboration.
Our mentoring scheme pairs colleagues across the Firm to share insights and experience. Mentors and mentees can self-select matches based on shared goals, supported by L&D training and tools that make each partnership impactful and rewarding.
Each year, I attend a two-day, firm-sponsored conference in London featuring back-to-back seminars on the latest trends in digital marketing, advertising, and AI. I really value how the firm invests in keeping us ahead of the curve, ensuring our knowledge and skills stay up-to-date and relevant.
Stuart Turnbull, Digital Strategy Lead
Growth doesn’t stop at formal training – we encourage you to broaden your horizons and make an impact.
Every experience is a chance to learn, lead and grow your network – inside and outside the Firm.
Curiosity plays a big part in how I develop. Whenever I have time, I explore resources that help me build the skills I need for my role. My first stop is always My Academy because it offers Michelmores approved content that meets the firm’s high standards for learning and development. It’s reassuring to know the material is relevant and trusted.
Lydia Haslinger-Hutter, HR Strategic Project Manager
At Michelmores, your development is a shared investment. We’ll give you the tools, support and opportunities to shape a career that’s uniquely yours – whether your ambition is to lead a team, grow client relationships or innovate for the future.
Your growth is our shared success.
Ross Treleaven, Senior Learning and Development Manager
