AddressLooking for a different route into the legal profession – a change from the traditional approach? Do you want to join a pioneering legal enterprise that is utilising digital tools developed in house, to provide a full 360 support to clients, preventing, managing and correcting risk?
Brace yourself for a role that goes beyond traditional legal apprenticeships - it is an opportunity to embrace change, be relentless in your pursuit of success, all while staying true to your authentic self.
We are on the lookout for enthusiastic and driven law graduates to join our team as Solicitor Apprentices in either our Hull HQ or Leeds offices. As a vital member of our dynamic legal team, you will be working to progress legal matters and transactions, developing your legal knowledge and commercial savvy to craft tailored solutions that exceed client expectations.
Qualifications, Training & Professional Regulation
- In conjunction with Damar Training, powered by BARBRI, you will undertake the 18 month fast-track Solicitor Apprenticeship.
- With an 80/20 work/study split, you will learn and achieve your SQE1 and SQE2 exams while gaining Qualifying Work Experience with rradar.
- You will achieve a Level 7 qualification and aligned with the Solicitors Regulation Authority, be admitted as a Solicitor on completion of SQE1, SQE2 and 2 years of Qualifying Work Experience.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Take a Key Role in Legal Matters:
- Have the opportunity to play a key role in progressing legal cases, utilising your fresh perspective.
- Apply your legal prowess to create the right solutions for our diverse client base.
2. Share Your Legal Expertise:
- Support in addressing clients' commercial challenges effectively.
- Provide advice grounded in factual legal analysis, in a jargon free manner and aligned with your clients business goals and objectives, setting you apart as a trusted advisor.
3. Conduct Legal Research:
- Use your legal research skills, exploring relevant sources and providing comprehensive analysis.
4. Engage and Build Relationships with Clients:
- Connect with clients, offering expert guidance on legal matters.
- Be the voice of clients in legal proceedings and negotiations.
5. Prepare Clear and Concise Legal Documents:
- Drafting clear and compelling legal documents on behalf of our clients, across a range of legal disciplines.
6. Build Lasting Professional Relationships:
- Develop strong bonds with clients and stakeholders – building strong and long lasting internal and external networks.
- Efficiently manage workloads and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Entry Requirements:
- You must have achieved an upper second-class degree in law.
- Demonstrate your passion for law, commitment to excellence and embodiment of rradar’s core values.
- Bring your unique skills to the table – don't be afraid to shine a light on your accomplishments.
Why Join Us?
- Step into a vibrant and innovative legal environment.
- Get real life, demanding and rewarding experience working for clients in a range of practice areas including Business Crime and Regulatory, Commercial Disputes, Employment and our Legal Advisory Service.
- Work alongside talented lawyers who are recognised for their expertise and achievements within the legal sector and beyond, who are eager to mentor and guide you.
- Embrace continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Ready to turn your legal studies into real-world impact? Join us on this thrilling apprenticeship journey, where every challenge is an opportunity to shine.
How to Apply?
- Visit our careers page to apply online: https://rradar.com/careers/current-vacancies/
- Provide us with your CV;
- Get creative with your supportive statement and tell us; why you are passionate to undertake a Solicitor Apprenticeship, how your character aligns with rradar’s values, why you want to work at rradar, and what your strongest qualities you will bring to our legal teams?
Closing date for applications: 22nd March 2024
We are looking for graduates who are ready to make waves in the legal world – if that is you, apply now! Your future in law starts here.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free flu jabs
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds, LS1 4JB
Application deadline: 22/03/2024
