Eight new trainees start their careers with Thorntons

Scott Milne, joint managing partner at Thorntons, said: “Developing our own highly-skilled people is very much part of our growth strategy and will improve our overall client experience. It also helps upskill our existing team because none of us ever stop learning, regardless of our level.”

The eight trainees for 2017 are Vicki Alexander, Emily Flett, Katie Fulton, Victoria Guild, George McLaughlin, Stephen O’Hare, Kirsty Waughman and Katy Williams.

Ms Williams said: “From work experience eight years ago to starting a traineeship with Thorntons in 2017, I am very excited about beginning my career with the firm that inspired my choice of profession.

“As a full-service firm, Thorntons is able to offer its trainees the opportunity to gain a wide variety of experience and knowledge through giving them responsibility and including them in interactions with clients from the start. I have already learnt a great deal and have found that no question is ever too silly.”