The Summer Placement Scheme is a vital part of Hugh James’ recruitment process and is our preferred route to a training contract.
The scheme provides a unique insight into the life of a trainee at Hugh James.
In 2007 the Scheme was voted a LEX 100 Winner. It is very popular and competition for places is fierce!
1. Who Can Apply?
- Second and third year law undergraduates
- CPE or GDL students (or its equivalent)
- LPC students
2. The Selection Process
- Apply online by 31st March.
- Selection by interview lasting no more than a quarter of an hour.
- Interviews end of April/beginning of May
- Up to 24 candidates selected
- No need for sucessful candidates to apply seperately for a training contract
3. The Scheme
- Runs from June to the end of August
- Based in Cardiff office
- Each candidate is given a mentor in each office - either a second year trainee or a newly qualified solicitor
- The placement involves various legal tasks and, if possible, attending client interviews or going to court
- On the final day of the placement, each candidate will attend a 45 minute interview with the Training Principal, the HR Manager and a Senior Partner to include a 10 minute presentation on a topic that will be provided at the start of the two week placement.
- Candidates will be advised after the scheme finishes in August as to whether or not they have been sucessful in securing a training contract.