SQE Careers

Paralegalling is likely to be the most common route for self-funding Solicitors Qualifying Exam (or SQE) preparation course students to gain Qualifying Work Experience (QWE). It’s worth noting, however, that paralegal roles come in all shapes and sizes. Some are temporary roles and more admin-focused whilst others are longer-term or permanent opportunities that will enable […]

Successfully breaking into the legal profession can be a challenge for even the most capable candidates. The simple truth is that almost every aspiring solicitor is likely to get at least one or two knock-backs when applying for qualifying work experience be that a training contract, paralegal role or other recognised placements. Receiving that dreaded

A well-drafted cover letter is an essential tool for making direct job applications because in most cases it is your first chance to impress a prospective employer. However, describing it as a ‘letter’ is a little bit of a misnomer because if you are planning to submit your application via an email, we would recommend

Drafting a CV / resume you can be proud of is extremely time-consuming and may take several attempts to get right. So, blocking out sufficient time in your diary for CV preparation is vitally important. When drafting a CV, put yourself in the shoes of a busy law firm partner, graduate recruitment professional or legal

Background research – where to start? Thorough and detailed research are key to converting an interview for paralegal roles and / or training contracts into job offers. Demonstrating insight and knowledge about a prospective employer, including its size, values, culture, core practice areas, recent work and key competitors etc is likely to give you a

Breaking into law via the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) pathway will require you to gain two years of on-the-job training known as Qualifying Work Experience (QWE). You can acquire QWE in either one continuous block over two years or split it into stages with up to four different organisations. In theory, you can gain QWE

Networking can play a very important role in developing a deeper understanding of the legal sector. It can also help you secure Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) and other relevant opportunities to boost your CV. Asking your contacts for help does not show weakness – it demonstrates confidence, proactivity and resourcefulness. And besides, most people are