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13 May 2022Are you looking ahead for your career after graduation? Apply for mentoring by one of our experienced legal professionals in the June-November 2022 Career Mentor Scheme. This 6-month scheme is an unmissable opportunity to receive tailored guidance in your sector to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge for your future career – all from the perspective of someone who was once in your shoes.
Applications are currently open through Handshake, where you can find a full list of available mentors. You can also watch this helpful video for tips on How to Search for Mentors on Handshake.
All applications will be processed on a first come first served basis, so be sure to apply soon to ensure the best chance of securing your chosen mentor. Mentors offer specific advice into their career sector, so it is key for your application to highlight the ways you think your chosen mentor can support you.
If you’d like any more information on the scheme and how to apply go to the Career Mentor Scheme website or contact the team at careermentorscheme@ex.ac.uk.
Volunteering Opportunity: Make Education Fairer!
CoachBright are looking for students in Cornwall to work with disadvantaged school pupils to help them improve their grades, confidence and access to university. As we navigate life in a post-covid world, it’s more important than ever that our most disadvantaged pupils are getting the support they need. Join us to help make education fairer!
It’s just one online session a week for a total of 15 hours of tutoring. You’ll get full training in how to coach and will be paired with pupils and work together in an academic subject of your choice.
By volunteering with us, you will…
You can find out more and apply online at coachbright.org/joinus (takes 5 minutes!).
As only 17% of children on free school meals go to university compared to 96% of private school children, CoachBright helps those who need it most. Any questions? Please get in touch! Email team@coachbright.org
Eversheds Sutherland Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Application deadline – 27 May 2022 Seasonal role(6/3/23 – 6/3/25)
Our Legal Technology graduate scheme offers the perfect route into an alternative career in law. Over a two-year period, we’ll give you the knowledge, tools and opportunities to experience how legal technology augments our services on a daily basis. You will gain a wealth of information and expertise to make a truly successful and rewarding legal technology career.
Harris & Harris Solicitors Wells, Somerset, England, United Kingdom
Application deadline – 31 July 2022 Estimated salary £8.20 Per hour
Harris & Harris is a small traditional legal firm and the placement would be to carry out administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning and filing, as well as assisting with preparing court bundles, helping with conveyancing transactions and Wills and attending court with fee earners. There will also be the opportunity to attend site meetings and client meetings with fee earners.
You will have the opportunity to work in each department within the firm on a weekly basis building up knowledge in the following areas: Conveyancing, Wills & Probate, Litigation, Employment, Ecclesiastical and Family Law.
The successful student will require some good legal knowledge having completed 1 & 2 of the Law Degree and a working knowledge of Word, Excel and Windows.
Michelmores LLP Exeter, Devon, England, United Kingdom
Application deadline – 12 June 2022 Estimated salary £18,000.00 per year
Michelmores is a Top 100 Law firm seeking a cohort of Placement Students to join our Exeter office on a FTC for 9-12 months beginning in August 2022. You will join one of our Teams, providing efficient and effective administrative and Paralegal support to the Lawyers and Legal Support Assistant’s. This is an ideal opportunity for those looking to develop their legal work experience in anticipation of their future career in law. Working on client matters alongside qualified lawyers and Partners, you will gain an insight and practical experience of how a law firm works and how a solicitor operates as a business advisor to clients. We are looking for students who are proactive, eager to learn, offer a high-quality service and an ability to build trusted working relationships with staff and clients at all levels. Office based work experience or legal experience is not necessary for the role.