Stage (Internship) - Business Development (Casablanca and Paris office)

Company Description

Clifford Chance is one of the world's leading law firms, with 34 offices in 22 countries across the globe and some 2,800 legal advisers.

Our Casablanca and Paris offices are recognised as leading firms in Morocco and France respectively. Working in close collaboration, these offices serve clients across France, Morocco, and the wider Africa region. The Casablanca office acts as a gateway for Clifford Chance’s Africa practice, while Paris serves as a strategic hub for continental and international matters.

Together, our Paris and Casablanca teams comprise 50 partners and over 194 lawyers. Our clients include major French, Moroccan, and international corporates, banks, and financial institutions.

Clients choose Clifford Chance for our outstanding expertise across the full spectrum of legal services, our client-focused and solution-oriented approach, and our commitment to excellence. We consistently strive to exceed client expectations, combining the firm’s global standards with deep local insight and a collaborative, multicultural environment.

The Paris and Casablanca offices are seeking a full-time intern to join the Partnership Management team. The successful candidate will work closely with the General Manager of the Casablanca office, the Head of Operations of the Paris office, and the Senior Client & Commercial Manager for Paris, becoming an integral part of a dynamic, cross-border team.

Job Description

The intern will be based in our Paris office, supporting both the Casablanca and Paris teams. Reporting to the General Manager of Casablanca and the Head of Operations in Paris, as well as the Senior Client & Commercial Manager, the intern will contribute to all aspects of client development, marketing, and communications. Key responsibilities include:

• Development of an understanding of the Moroccan & Paris market and product areas in which the firm in Casablanca & Paris are specialized
• Assisting in the creation and maintenance of business development materials, including brochures, client presentations, tailored for both Casablanca and Paris audiences.
• Supporting the organisation and delivery of client events, seminars, and networking initiatives in Casablanca & Paris, ensuring seamless cross-office collaboration.
• Following up on client focus programmes for clients common to both offices, helping to strengthen relationships and identify new opportunities.
• Conducting research and compiling intelligence on clients and markets, drawing on both internal resources and external market data relevant to France, Morocco, and Africa.
• Liaising with colleagues across the Clifford Chance network to support client initiatives, business opportunities, and cross-border projects.
• Supporting internal and external communications, including drafting content for newsletters, press releases, and social media, with a particular focus on Casablanca-based activities and achievements.
• Contributing to the planning and execution of marketing campaigns and communication strategies for both offices.

We are looking for an intern to join us as soon as possible for a period of 6 months.

Qualifications

Essential Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both French and English.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Highly organised and detail oriented.
• Proactive, assertive, and enthusiastic, with a commitment to delivering results.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and perform well under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Collaborative team player, comfortable working in a multicultural environment.
• Curious and eager to learn, with a desire to develop new skills and thrive in a dynamic, international setting.

Education/Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a full-time university degree programme.
• Excellent language skills (writing & oral): French and English (bi-lingual).

Additional Information

Supervisory/Management:

Reports to the General Manager of the Casablanca office & Head of Operations of the Paris office

Diversity & Inclusion

At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.  This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. 

Find out more about our inclusive culture here.