Clyde & Co has grown to become a
leading global law firm in our core sectors. With a headcount of
over 5,000 staff operating from over 60 offices and associated
offices across six continents, we offer a comprehensive range of
legal services and advice to businesses operating at the heart of
global trade and commerce.
From developed to emerging markets,
we aim to support our clients by putting the power of our globally
integrated firm at their disposal with a range of seamless and
efficient services and the very best, commercially minded, legal advice.
This, together with our sector
expertise and regional understanding, allows us to help clients
identify and manage risk and liability, navigate challenges, harness
commercial potential and achieve sustained growth in today's complex
and volatile business environment.
We are committed to being a
responsible business which means taking responsibility for the
impact we have on the environment and seeking to reduce it as much
and as quickly as possible. It means taking responsibility for
giving back and being a positive contributor to the communities in
which we operate. And it means taking responsibility for fostering a
truly diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace so that all our
people can flourish and fulfil their highest potential, for the
benefit of them, the firm and our clients.
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
What is the role?
We are looking for trainee solicitors for our Belfast/Derry office,
to work alongside our lawyers and to gain a wide range experience
covering various types of litigation cases including Motor,
Occupational Disease, Employers Liability, Public Liability and
Property damage claims. Trainee solicitors will often also gain
experience in other specialist areas such as Employment Law and
Professional Indemnity claims
As well as the relevant qualifications, candidates must have an
ability to analyse, evaluate and communicate information logically and
effectively together with proficient IT skills.
This is a two-year placement that is undertaken by trainee solicitors
after they finish their law degree. We also welcome candidates with
paralegal experience. Candidates with non-law degrees must have
completed a law conversion course before starting their training contract.
Trainees will spend two years getting a combination of practical
legal education overseen by senior solicitors at the firm, as well as
training at the Institute.
What does the job involve?
As a trainee lawyer, you can expect tasks to be very varied. To keep
things simple, here are a list of tasks that you can expect to
encounter during your time at Clyde & Co:
Legal research
Drafting documents as part of transactions and litigation,
including facility agreements, witness statements and pleadings
Communicating and meeting with clients
Attending hearings and trials, taking notes where necessary
Filing and serving documentation at Court and on the other side
Document review
Bundling documents in preparation for trial
Examples of trainee duties and responsibilities
Assisting case-handlers with active files
Upholding the firm's reputation at external events
Developing legal knowledge by attending both internal and external
training sessions
Managing workload as well as getting involved in pro bono
About You
This is a brilliant opportunity for anyone who's interested in a law
career - it is important that you have a Bachelors degree at 2:1 or
above in any subject, or an equivalent qualification.
Non-law degree graduates must have completed a law conversion course
by the time of the induction in August 2024.
We're looking for people with excellent communication and
organisational skills, and an ability to work well under pressure.
Key Requirements
2:1 degree in any discipline (with a conversion course completed,
if necessary)
AAB A-Level or equivalent (Mitigating circumstances will be taken
into consideration)
You must have registered your interest to sit the exam with the Institute for the
'Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Studies' at the time
of applying
An offer from the Institute of Professional Legal Studies (IPLS),
subject to securing a training contract
We use RARE a contextualised recruitment system to ensure
fairness and equality and review applications holistically.
The Application Process
Complete an online application
Digital simulation - consisting of situational assessment &
video interview
Virtual assessment centre
Offers and feedback
What we offer
We offer an competitive salary and benefits package as a trainee
solicitor. You will also be entitled to a range of rewards and benefits:
Private medical
Pension scheme
Group income protection
Maternity and paternity pay
Holiday purchase
Cycle to work scheme
Gym subsidy
We'll make sure you have plenty of support throughout your programme
- alongside having support from your dedicated supervisor, you will
also have regular one to one session with the early careers team and
will be allocated a mentor from one of our newly qualified lawyers,
enabling you to get peer-to-peer support and guidance. 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.
Please click "Apply Now"
below to complete an application.
Please note: You should only apply to
one programme per recruitment cycle.
