If you're keen to embark on a career in law without studying full time at university, a Solicitor Apprenticeship could be the right path for you.
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, and we advise you look at our other programmes.
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.
Strengths Based Assessment
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.
Recruitment Process
* Complete an online application
* Online assessment – consisting of a critical reasoning test as well as our Clyde & Co strengths-based assessment, which contains a mix of question types including written and order ranking.
* Video Interview - If you perform well in our initial online assessment, you will then be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview.
* In-person assessment centre
* Offers and feedback
Reasonable Adjustments
Please let us know if you need us to make adjustments or changes to the assessment 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 process, please contact Early Careers ).
You can find out more about the interview process and examples of adjustments we can put in place via this link
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 role, next steps and online assessment.
We do not recruit on a rolling basis.
The Firm
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