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Are you ready to kickstart your career in law?

Join our dynamic two-week paid scheme in London, where you'll gain invaluable insights into the inner workings of a leading law firm. Experience diverse practice areas—Corporate & Commercial, Real Estate, Employment, and Litigation—while participating in interactive workshops with our Finance, Marketing, Business Development, and HR teams. This immersive opportunity will not only enhance your skill set but also provide a comprehensive overview of a thriving legal career.

Many of our future joiners and trainees began their journey with us through this very vacation scheme, impressing us with their talent and dedication. Participants have successfully transitioned into training contracts, allowing them to further develop their skills and advance their careers within our firm. By joining this program, you’re not just gaining valuable experience—you’re also positioning yourself for potential future opportunities with us. Discover what it takes to become part of our team and pave the way for your legal career!

Hours and location

We look forward to having you in the office for the full duration of your work experience, which runs from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Our vibrant location at 2 Marylebone Rd, NW1 4DF, London, provides the perfect setting for you to immerse yourself in a welcoming and collaborative environment. Located just a stone’s throw from the picturesque Regent's Park, our office offers not only a vibrant workspace but also beautiful outdoor spaces for you to relax and recharge. Whether you’re enjoying a break in the park or taking advantage of our modern amenities, you’ll find the perfect blend of professionalism and comfort as you embark on your work experience with us.

Duration:

The work experience will be for a fixed term of two weeks from 30 June – 11 July . Please ensure you are available to attend the vacation scheme before making your application. You will be eligible to be paid £485 for each week.

The Opportunity:

Our two-week summer vacation scheme is a great way to find out how we work and see for yourself the ways in which Joelson is excelling in the legal marketplace, gaining valuable legal work experience during your time with us. You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Join client meetings and calls;
• Conduct research;
• Practice legal drafting;
• Network with external parties;
• Join our seminars and training programmes and work directly alongside our lawyers;
• Observe how we enforce our B Corp values in a commercial landscape;
• Receive tailored feedback from our legal team;
• Put forward your interest to be a prospective trainee at our firm.
• You will be assigned a mentor who will introduce you to our departments as well as providing support when required.
• The successful candidate will build on their existing legal knowledge through gaining an understanding of the practical implications of the law.

The Ideal Candidate:

The Ideal Work experience candidate will have the following:

• An undergraduate in the final year of their law degree or in their postgraduate conversion course. Please note you would not be eligible for the scheme if you are unable to commence a training contract from September 2026 with the completion of the SQE1 and SQE 2 examinations;
• Committed to a career in law;
• A genuine passion to learn;
• Strong academic qualifications at A Level and preferably on track for a good classification in a qualifying law degree or post graduate course;
• Good problem-solving and lateral thinking skills;
• A natural interest in business and current affairs;
• An outgoing, enthusiastic and confident manner;
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills;
• Passionate about contributing to our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and B Corp commitments.
• The ability to write accurately, clearly and fluently;
• The ability to work well as a member of a team;
• The ability to accept and learn from constructive criticism;
• A ‘can-do’, flexible attitude.

Application Process:

The application process will consist of the following:

• Submission of your online application with the necessary components.
• A 2-minute video question on a contemporary topic.
• A video interview with members of our legal team (taking place on week commencing 3 March 2025).
• A 45-minute online written test.

Please let us know in your application if you require any reasonable adjustments for the assessment processes mentioned or during the Vacation Scheme itself. Additionally, if you have experienced any extenuating circumstances that may have impacted your studies, feel free to share that information with us. Rest assured, this will not affect your application negatively. We are committed to providing the necessary accommodations to support your experience with us.

Our building offers step free access, disability tailored facilities and lifts to access other communal areas of the building. Our IT equipment provides access to screen readers and offers digital dictation tools to assist for those with any support needs.

The deadline for applications will be on the close of business on Friday 31 January 2025. However, depending on the number of applications we may close the vacancy before this time.

Environment, Social & Governance:

Being a responsible business is at the core of what we do. We place value in creating a fair and equal working environment and ensuring that we operate ethically. Our B Corp certification shows our dedication to these values!

Which is why we place great emphasis on taking care of our employees, managing our social and environmental impact within our community through undertaking Pro Bono cases and by being a member of LawWorks.

We have partnered with Ecologi and are now a climate positive workforce. Moreover, this year we are proud to be supporting City Harvest as our firm charity.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

At Joelson we actively encourage diversity and inclusion as an integral part of the cultural fabric of our firm. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing our diverse teams.

Our DE&I Committee is comprised of dedicated individuals from various backgrounds, working collaboratively to promote an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered. We are passionate about driving meaningful change, creating equal opportunities, and eliminating biases within our firm.

As a part of this, you will receive a short survey upon submission of your application, so that we have data by which to measure our progress and continue to improve our diversity levels. Such diversity data will be anonymized to protect applicant privacy.