Insights into the Cyber Security Industry

Thinking about Cyber Security as a future prospect?  If so, CLICK HERE for insights into the industry and how much it is worth to the UK economy.  A great bit of research to aid any Job, Apprenticeship, University applications, or even to support current college work.

Interested in working with young people in the future?

Whether you want to be a Careers Advisor, Social Worker, or Youth Worker in the future, it is good to know what is going in industry to help young people.  CLICK HERE for a short article that demonstrates how the Government is responding to the needs of this sector.

Are you interested in securing a job in the Construction Industry?

If you are thinking about a job in the Construction Industry, it will pay dividends to do some research before you approach any job application or interview.  CLICK HERE for insights into how the industry is performing.  The ability to drop some key facts into your comments may impress employers, leading you to success!

Apprenticeships at BAM Nuttall Your students can start an inspiring career in the civil engineering industry with an apprenticeship at BAM Nuttall. We recruit in excess of 30 apprentices per year, each forming a valuable part of our workforce. Deadline for applications: 7th February 2020 View all roles   About BAM Nuttall Our apprenticeship programmes offer structured development and the opportunity to fulfil your student's ambitions through gaining valuable skills, knowledge, and experience, along with achieving industry recognised qualifications. Their time will be spent on exciting and varied projects, led by highly skilled and professionally qualified staff, to give them a broad understanding and grounding in our business in preparation for their future career. Roles Available Quantity Surveying Degree Apprenticeship > Technical (Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying) Level 4 Apprenticeship > Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship > View all roles Application Deadline Deadline for applications: 7th February 2020. How to Apply Your students can apply and find out more by clicking on the button below to visit the roles on RateMyApprenticeship. View all roles

Are you interested in training as an Accountant? Read on...

What is Management Accounting? Historically, the finance profession was all about numbers. Now, it’s so much more. Management accountants deliver solutions to drive impact and create value – in a world where businesses are being redefined by new technology, data and digital platforms.     Who are CIMA? CIMA is the world’s largest professional body of management accountants, offering the most relevant accounting qualification for a career in business. It combines accounting, finance, and management with the business skills needed to add value to any organisation.     How do my students get started with the CIMA qualification? CIMA is open to everyone, with no degree required. Your students can start studying with us as soon as they finish school or sixth form and they won’t need any formal qualifications to apply, just ambition and a willingness to succeed.     Study CIMA through apprenticeship   A CIMA apprenticeship is available to anyone who is living in England, over the age of 16 and not in full-time education. We offer apprenticeships at two levels – Level 4 and Level 7.   CIMA delivers end-point assessments at each level to make sure that apprentices are fully competent in their role and meet the knowledge, skills and behaviours prescribed by the apprenticeship standard.       Register directly to study CIMA, starting with the Certificate in Business Accounting CIMA’s flexible structure and on-demand exams mean students can take things at their own pace. They may decide to learn with one of our recognised tuition partners, or study using our online learning platform CIMAstudy.com       Study CIMA through a degree If you have students who wish to go to University, we have teamed up with a number of UK universities to offer your students to study the CIMA qualification while completing their degree.       For more information about the benefits that the CIMA qualification brings to your students leave your details with the CIMA team.

Interested in Law? Read on...

Law firm mergers have been a significant trend throughout the last decade – and there is a range of commercial reasons why two or more firms may decide to merge. Understanding these reasons is a key part of building your commercial awareness and appreciating that law firms are businesses above all. This weeks’ Feature provides an introduction to mergers and why they happen. Meanwhile, the LCN Says explores the options available when returning from a career break and there is News on Dentons’ new-look training contract and the discrimination still faced by disabled lawyers and candidates. PS Want to get hands-on experience with one of the world's largest law firms? Apply to become a campus ambassador with Clyde & Co before 31 March. PPS Open days at Latham & Watkins are a great way to gain insight into its culture and the way the firm works. The deadline to apply is 9 February.

Meet the Lawyer Maeve Keenan – Kingsley Napley LLP From “hands on” days spent in police stations to afternoons reviewing complex documentation for white-collar criminal cases, there is always a human element to working in Kingsley Napley’s crime team. Maeve Keenan explains the appeal of the job and provides an introduction to what the firm is really like.   Brochure Focus Burges Salmon LLP Burges Salmon prides itself on its top quality work, high profile clients and cutting edge training. Find out why you can expect more from your training contract with this brochure.   Meet the Recruiter Eleanor Beattie – Trowers & Hamlins LLP Eleanor Beattie offers valuable insights on how to stand out during the application process and secure a training contract at international firm Trowers & Hamlins.   LCN Says Is returning to work difficult for lawyers? Linda Lamb From taking care of a new child to recharging your batteries in a sabbatical, taking extended leave is an increasingly common part of many lawyers' professional journeys.   LCN Awards winner Mills & Reeve LLP | Best Work Placement Scheme – Regional Firm What you see during a vacation scheme always reveals much about what a firm is really like, so it’s no surprise that Mills & Reeve’s work experience programme is so well regarded – the firm has been named in The Sunday Times’ Best 100 Companies to Work For for 16 years running.   COMMERCIAL AWARENESS case study - arts & culture sector | LawCareers.Net   Commercial Question Employment rights for athletes What are the commercial implications for national governing bodies if funded athletes are given employment rights? Sponsored by DWF Group Plc   Features A guide to law firm mergers The reasons that firms decide to merge are as varied as the firms themselves, but there are usually some key drivers – namely, the desire to expand, geographically or in terms of expertise, or to stay afloat.   The Oracle I’m interested in criminal law but don’t want to defend criminals I am interested in a career in criminal law, but not sure how I would feel defending a client who I knew was guilty of a serious crime such as murder. Should I consider a different area of law?   LCN Blogs The top 4 things I've learned from applying to vacation schemes Juliet As a penultimate year non-law student, it is only in the last few months that I have been able to make my first forays into the daunting world of vacation scheme applications.   Solicitors' practice areas Professional negligence – Walker Morris LLP Jennifer Allum Professional services providers - solicitors, barristers, surveyors, accountants, independent financial advisers, insurance brokers, architects, engineers and others - all run the risk of giving negligent advice to clients.   Jobs Norfolk nplaw, Norfolk County Council | Trainee solicitor - three positions nplaw are looking for three new trainee solicitors to start training contracts with us in 2021. One post commences 1 March 2021; two posts commence 1 September 2021.   Latest news Dentons launches modernised training contract with more focus on commercial awareness BSB authorises Cardiff University to deliver new Bar course Disabled lawyers report discrimination across profession Sainsbury’s, Fevertree, ASOS, Tesla: your commercial news round-up     More news   Upcoming events Nottingham / Wednesday 5 February 2020 The University of Law solicitor series: assessing trainee skills Manchester / Saturday 8 February 2020 JLD forum: helping you to secure a training position Cardiff / Saturday 7 March 2020 Free JLD forum: supporting you through qualification and beyond     More events