Early Careers Assistant

We are looking for an Early Careers Assistant to join our HR department in London.

What you will do:

• Assist with the application and selection process for trainee lawyers, vacation interns and solicitor apprentices, including screening and organising assessment days and vacation scheme interviews.
• Help plan and organise vacation schemes, open days, and workshops throughout the year, attending all events as required.
• Ensure online and print publications and the graduate recruitment website are kept up-to-date. Maintain publicity at universities and careers services. Assist with updating annual marketing campaign materials.
• Liaise with external organisations (e.g., law societies, careers services, diversity organisations, suppliers) to attract high-calibre applicants. Work with the Early Careers Advisor (Recruitment) to ensure on-campus ambassadors promote the firm's brand.
• Take responsibility for planning, organising, and co-ordinating campus events (internal and external) throughout the year, with guidance from the Early Careers Advisor (Recruitment). Attend all events internally and externally as required.
• Ensure social media channels are regularly updated and assist in producing content.
• Manage the offer paperwork process with support from the Early Careers Advisor (Recruitment).
• Manage the post-acceptance process for training contract offers and ensure a seamless handover of future trainee candidates to the Early Careers Development team.
• Assist with other ad hoc recruitment for all offices, including office juniors and work experience recruitment.
• Handle routine telephone calls and manage the recruitment inbox, dealing with candidate enquiries promptly and efficiently.
• Liaise with the Early Careers Advisor (Development) and other Early Careers Assistants to involve future trainees and trainees in early careers recruitment events and to support Early Careers Development in event planning and running.
• Provide support on Early Careers Development and broader HR projects as required, and assist with Early Careers recruitment initiatives and projects.

What we are looking for:

• Excellent organisational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and confidently, adapting communication styles to different audiences.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and adjust plans appropriately.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to strict deadlines.
• A client-centred ‘can-do’ attitude, with a focus on building internal and external networks.
• Initiative, creativity, and good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good time management skills.
• Previous HR or Early Careers experience is preferable.
• Excellent IT skills, including Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar software packages.
• Comfortable monitoring budgets.
• Willingness to work extra and occasionally unsociable hours when required.
• Ability to travel around the UK when running events.
• Flexibility and a willingness to work additional hours on occasion as required.

Career Level:

Level 2 within the firm's business services career level framework (ranging from 1 to 7).

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive package including bonuses (dependent on role/level), private medical insurance, and pension contribution.
• Global skills academy offering excellent learning opportunities (live workshops, podcasts, short videos, practical learning experiences).
• Hybrid working approach (minimum three days in the office).
• Recognition as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality, Stonewall Top Global Employer, and Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.
• Range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties, and monthly get-togethers.
• Diversity networks to connect people and celebrate differences.
• Support for the art community and a history of supporting up-and-coming artists.
• In-house generative AI tool, Percy, winner of the ‘Innovation in Automation and AI Tools’ category at the 2024 FT Innovative Lawyers Europe Awards.
• Commended in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 across construction, employment, and intellectual property.

Application Information:

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We are looking for individuals who are passionate and eager to learn and grow. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please submit your application as early as possible. To apply, click the link at the top of the page or visit our careers page.