Clyde & Co is a global law firm providing a complete service
to clients in its core sectors of insurance, transport, energy,
infrastructure and trade & commodities.
We're growing and transforming our business and accelerating our
clients' success. The prospects for taking on new challenges and
pursuing your potential have never been brighter.
Our distinctive strength is our people. Sharp thinking, motivated and
grounded, we believe the best ideas and solutions are co-created. We
share our time and opportunities to contribute in positive, impactful
ways. Collaboration and teamwork are at the heart of our culture where
everyone can thrive.
Here you're empowered with autonomy to work your way. To embrace
every opportunity to accelerate your career doing interesting,
stimulating work. To learn and broaden your outlook with global teams
and clients. Supported by thoughtful, inspiring colleagues and mentors.
Our business is fast paced and demanding. The expectations and
standards are high. You'll be fully invested in growing yourself, your
colleagues and our firm. Working together towards a shared goal - to
consistently deliver exceptional outcomes and bring out the best in
each other.
Our Values
Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite
us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for our clients and
our firm. We:
Work as one We are a globally connected team of
talented people who act with a firm-first mentality to achieve success
Excel with clients We aim high and challenge
ourselves to deliver unique excellence for our clients, keeping them
at the centre of everything we do
Celebrate difference We help each other to be at
our best and believe our differences result in greater achievement
Act boldly We seek new opportunities, take action
and learn as we go, recognising that curiosity drives our
development and contributes to growth
The Marine team in Guildford
Clyde & Co's Guildford office has been serving clients since
1969, when it became the first new office to be established after we
began our expansion beyond London. The office provides high quality
international support to clients and also domestic advice and local
assistance to clients based in the region.
Now the largest shipping practice in the world, Clyde & Co has
specialist marine lawyers based in trading hubs around the globe, on
call and serving clients' requirements in all time-zones at any time
of day.
We act for the heart of the maritime industry - insurers,
shipbuilders, owners, charterers, salvors, financiers, port
authorities and government, and P&I clubs - and clients across the
broader trade commodities and energy sector.
Our marine team in Guildford specialises in all aspects of cargo and
freight claims, of all sizes. We act in a wide range of claims arising
from the damage/loss of cargo in transit, whether it involves carriage
by sea, air, rail or road. Our services also extend to logistics,
yachts, marine trades, warehousing, ports and terminals.
What is a solicitor apprenticeship?
The solicitor apprenticeship is a six-year programme open to students
as an alternative route to qualify as solicitors. During that time,
you'll be part of the day-to-day operations of our legal teams. We'll
partner you up with a buddy who will support you during your time with
us and introduce you to an incredible network of people.
As part of the solicitor apprenticeship programme, you will undertake
online learning, supplemented by live webinars and face-to-face skills
sessions. The breakdown of this is 80% on the job learning with 20%
off the job learning (study and training) with 1 day out of the office
a week for studies.
By the end of the programme, you'll be a fully qualified lawyer,
having gained an LLB (Hons) from University of Law and will have
completed the SQE 1, 2, & Plus.
What we are looking for
We are looking for those who are interested in marine law and
committed to a career as a solicitor at Clyde & Co in Guildford,
as well as the following:
Achieved, or on track to achieve, an AAB at A-Level or equivalent
(mitigating circumstances will be considered)
7 GCSEs at grade 6/B, including Maths and English
Please note, if you are a university graduate, you are not eligible
for this position.
What we offer
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package as a solicitor
apprentice. You will also be entitled to a range of rewards and benefits:
Private medical
Dental insurance
Pension scheme
Group income protection
Parental/family leave pay
Holiday purchase
Season ticket loan
Interest-free loan
Cycle to work scheme
Gym subsidy
Employee assistance programme
We'll make sure you have plenty of support throughout your programme
- alongside having support from your dedicated supervisor, University
of Law skills coach and tutor, you will also have a regular one to one
session with the early careers team. You can also look forward to a
tailored induction programme and on-going internal training designed
to ensure you have the skills, knowledge, and commercial acumen you
need to become a well-rounded solicitor.
Recruitment Process
Complete an online application
Digital simulation - consisting of situational assessment &
video interview
In-person assessment centre
Offers and feedback
Reasonable Adjustments
Let us know if you need us to make adjustments or changes to the
interview process to help you best demonstrate your suitability for
the role. We will do our best to accommodate your request. If you wish
to discuss anything regarding the interview process, please contact
Early Careers (EarlyCareers@clydeco.com).
During our process we are assessing candidates based on the strengths
that will deliver success in a role. This is great for the individual,
doing work they love, and great for the employer, having team members
who love what they do.
For more information, hints and tips please view our careers website.
We recommend attending our Marine Guildford Insight Events
before submitting an application, so that you understand the next
steps and Digital Assessment. We do not recruit on a rolling basis.
