Monday, 26 October 2015

BPTC Scholarships Deadline is now approaching (Friday 6 November)

If you are considering the BPTC for September 2016 you can apply now for a Scholarship from one of the Inns of Court to help with the cost of the course.  Here's a few things you need to know:

  • The four Inns of Court are:
        Lincoln's Inn
        Inner Temple
        Middle Temple
        Gray's Inn

The criteria they use for selection are:

Intellectual qualities (ability to analyse complex information and identify essentials, judgement, perceptiveness, good memory - academic achievement generally being good evidence on all counts)
  • Motivation (very high level of drive and determination, commitment to appropriate aspects of work at the Bar)
  • Relationships (ability to get on with a wide range of people, diplomacy, ability to sustain relationships)
  • Character (calmness under fire, ability to work hard for long hours and against deadlines, sound personal values and integrity)
  • Impact (articulacy, persuasiveness, confidence, ability to suit conduct to the occasion)
  • All the Inns have huge sums of money to give to aspiring barristers in the form of Scholarships
  • You can only apply to one Inn.
  • You do not have to join an Inn before you apply, but if you are successful in gaining a Scholarship you would then have to join that Inn.
  • Inner and Middle Temple interview all candidates who apply to them for a Scholarship.
  • Lincoln's Inn and Gray's Inn preselect on application before interview.
  • The closing date for Scholarship applications is Friday 6 November - check the time of day on each Inn's website. They are different.
  • Make sure you have read and understood the reference requirements.  They differ for each Inn, too!
  • Remember, the Inns award Scholarships based on merit but it is in your interests to provide your financial information, too.

 Good luck with your application!

Tuesday, 13 October 2015

Don't delay, apply today for NationalLaw Live in Manchester Friday 4 December

NationalLawLIVE is a one-day student careers conference for those considering a career at a large, national law firm.

It will take place in the conference centre at the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI) in Manchester on Friday 4 December 2015.

NationalLawLIVE offers delegates an immersive, full-day event looking at the economics of national firms, what they do, how a career might progress and the life of lawyers working in this sort of business.
The event offers;
  • advice on crafting excellent applications, shining at interview and forging a successful career;
  • exposure to, and insight from, some of the UK’s most experienced recruiters and lawyers;
  • networking opportunities with those same recruiters and lawyers, and fellow delegates; and
  • participation in interactive firm-led workshops, which drill down into what it’s like to work in a particular practice area within a national firm.
Places are limited so don't delay in applying at http://www.nationallawlive.com/

Please note there is a charge of £24 to be paid if you are successful in gaining a place.

Monday, 5 October 2015

Important dates for all Second and Third Year Law Students

Welcome back to all returning Law students.

Here are a few key dates you need to be aware of:


Wed 21 October 2.00 - 4.30pm  CWE019

    University of Law – LPC talk and

    Springboard into Law Part 1

    Training Contracts and Vac Schemes
 
Image result for tea and cakes photoFree tea, coffee and cakes will be available!

 
 
 
 
 
  • Wed 28 October 10.00 – 4.00pm

    Airbus Employability Workshop


Wed 2 December 1.00 – 3.00pm

    BPP Law School –

    Commercial Awareness for the Legal Sector
 
Please sign up for any of the above talks by emailing careers@chester.ac.uk

For further details please look at our website www.chester.ac.uk/careers
 
Also if you are interested in the Bar and want to apply for a Scholarship you must submit your application by Friday 6 November 2015. Please let me know and I can help you with your application but don't leave it until the last minute!
 
  • Tues 17 November
        Manchester Law Fair
See details at http://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/recruit/fairs/law/

Have a good term!

 

 

Monday, 28 September 2015

Welcome to Careers and Employability at the University of Chester

Hello

My name is Philippa Hardie and I am the specialist Law Career Consultant here at the University of Chester.

A warm welcome to the University and to Careers and Employability, in particular. Enjoy Freshers' Week!

You might wonder why you are getting this message about Careers so early in your studies but it really is important that you start thinking about your future, whether in Law or elsewhere, from Level 4 onwards.

I will be meeting all of you during the Law School Induction during Freshers' Week and hope to be able to talk to some of you at the Social Event on Tuesday 29 September.

I am based in Careers and Employability on the Parkgate Road campus opposite the Binks Building.

Please have a look at the Careers and Employability web pages at www.chester.ac.uk/careers where you will find further details of how we can help you:


UniJob (jobs on campus): closing date Monday 19th Oct 2015


Interested in part-time work on campus?


·        Download an application form via: www.chester.ac.uk/unijob 


·        Make sure your application stands out (we receive hundreds of applications each year for a few places):


·     Attend our workshop on submitting a successful UniJob application -
         14/10/15, 12-2pm – book a place via http://www.chester.ac.uk/eyetraining/book or email unijob@chester.ac.uk
 

Finding other part-time work:




·        Register for vacancy alerts via: http://www.chester.ac.uk/careers/vacancies


·        Email your draft CVs or applications to careers@chester.ac.uk if you’d like feedback


·        You can also call into one of our drop-ins with your CV or application:


·        Ring 01244 513066 (Chester), find out drop-in times for each week


Work Shadowing service (visits to organisations/companies to find out more about specific roles or areas of work):



·        Register online to receive monthly emails about work shadowing visits: www.chester.ac.uk/work-shadowing



Chester Difference Award (CDA) - gain points and Awards for extra-curricular activities to enhance your future employability:



·        Find out more about The CDA here: http://www.chester.ac.uk/careers/chester-difference-award


·        Download and complete The CDA application form here: http://www.chester.ac.uk/careers/chester-difference-award/apply

My email address is p.hardie@chester.ac.uk

I look forward to meeting you. Enjoy your studies!

Thursday, 27 August 2015

NationalLaw LIVE event for aspiring solicitors Friday 4 December in Manchester

NationalLawLIVE is a one-day student careers conference for those considering a career at a large, national law firm.

It will take place in the conference centre at the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI) in Manchester on Friday 4 December 2015.

NationalLawLIVE offers delegates an immersive, full-day event looking at the economics of national firms, what they do, how a career might progress and the life of lawyers working in this sort of business.
The event offers;
  • advice on crafting excellent applications, shining at interview and forging a successful career;
  • exposure to, and insight from, some of the UK’s most experienced recruiters and lawyers;
  • networking opportunities with those same recruiters and lawyers, and fellow delegates; and
  • participation in interactive firm-led workshops, which drill down into what it’s like to work in a particular practice area within a national firm.
Places are limited so don't delay in applying at http://www.nationallawlive.com/

Please note there is a charge of £24 to be paid if you are successful in gaining a place.

Tuesday, 4 August 2015

University of Law to offer Employment Promise to students starting the LPC in September 2015

Announced today, the University of Law is offering to reimburse half  the tuition fees of the LPC if students have failed to get a job in commerce or legal fields within nine months of graduating from the course.  This offer applies to full and part-time students starting the LPC at the University of Law in September 2015.

This promise is subject to further conditions set out on ULaw's website
www.law.ac.uk/postgraduate/employment-law-promise/

Monday, 3 August 2015

BPP Liaison Officer Vacancy - closing date Tuesday 11 August 2015

I have just received this vacancy from BPP Law School.  This is a great opportunity for a current Law student.


BPP Law School is currently recruiting for a proactive and enthusiastic BPP Liaison Officer based at the University of Chester for academic year 2015/16.

 

This is an exciting opportunity for a current Law or Non Law student who is a member of the University of Chester Student Law Society to professionally represent our leading Law School at their university. Working in collaboration with BPP’s Education Liaison team, the BPP Liaison Officer will diligently promote and generate attendance at a variety of our legal events and workshops aimed at inspiring and educating future Solicitors and Barristers.

 

The successful candidate will be entitled to a £2,000 scholarship for any programme delivered by BPP Law School, have access to BPP’s specialist careers service and be allocated a professional Law School mentor.  

 

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 11th August, with telephone interviews to take place on Tuesday 18th August. Please see below for full role details, benefits and responsibilities.
 
 
 
Duties will include but are not limited to:
 
  • Distribution of BPP Law School material (e.g. prospectus, promotional material)
  • Managing a Facebook group for all University of Chester students considering studying at BPP Law School
  • Raising awareness and ensuring a high attendance of BPP Law School’s presentations and workshops taking place at the University
  • Promoting BPP Law School’s Open Evenings, off-campus events and webinars across the student community
  • Keeping BPP Law School up to date with any relevant information affecting students at the University of Chester
  • Liaising with relevant University departments and the student law society to co-ordinate any BPP presentations/workshops
  • Being the first point of contact within the University student law society for any queries relating to BPP Law School
  • To be a highly visible BPP presence, with a creative approach and the primary point of contact between University of Chester and BPP Law School
 
Requirements
The successful applicant must have the following essential qualities/qualifications:
 
  • Excellent presentation/communication skills at all levels
  • Understanding of BPP’s law programmes
  • Initiative, enthusiasm, sense of humour and drive
  • Good organisation skills and the ability to deliver effective feedback
  • Desire to make a difference and ‘can-do’ attitude
  • Good IT skills and familiarity with social media, especially Facebook
  • The ability to commit a minimum of two hours a week to promoting BPP Law School’s products and services
  • Strongly involved in the student community
 

Benefits

The successful candidate will be entitled to a scholarship worth up to £2,000 for any programme delivered by BPP Law School*. Additionally, the candidate will be entitled to:
 
§  A guaranteed place on BPP Law School’s LPC*
§  Access to a BPP Law School mentor; a qualified solicitor or barrister, who can provide careers coaching and advice. Where possible we will allocate you a mentor from your preferred area of legal practice
§  A full reference from BPP Law School
§  An excellent set of skills to help stand out on applications and your CV
§  Access to BPP’s specialist careers service
 
How to apply
To apply please send a copy of your CV and a cover Letter (one A4 page) to educationliaison@bpp.com.
 
Deadline for applications: Tuesday 11/08/2015, with telephone interviews to take place Tuesday 18/08/2015.