Q5 What are key attributes the company looks for in a successful graduate recruit?
Academic excellence, but much more. The company is looking for future leaders, even at this early stage; people who we can imagine giving advice to our clients and representing the company on the wider stage. Presentation skills are therefore key, as well as getting across that special personality that will stand you apart from the rest. We also look for people who are 100% committed to their career and to the company.
Simon
When I’m interviewing, I’m first looking for signs of a good-humoured, down- to-earth, friendly candidate – someone I would want on my team – as I know that all of our candidates have strong academic records and will be capable of acquiring the necessary legal knowledge once they get started.
Lucie
What really encapsulates the firm for me is its entrepreneurial spirit. Both our lawyers and our clients are bold, business-focussed and intellectually agile. These are traits that I always look out for in graduate candidates. Can they put themselves in clients’ shoes and understand the commercial and financial drivers behind the need for the legal advice we are being asked to give?
Liam
Q6 What common challenges do new lawyers face, and how does the company help to overcome these?
Imposter syndrome is prevalent amongst junior lawyers and trainees. After spending your education as a high achiever, and likely standing out from your peers, you suddenly find yourself in an environment where everyone around you is more experience and more knowledgeable – and that can be a difficult adjustment to make. Fortunately, the company has a fantastic internal support network, including a dedicated Trainee Partner, a mentor system, and a range of social clubs and networks where fee earners of all levels can share their experiences and insights.
Liam
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