Trainee Solicitors
Ideally we expect trainees to have obtained a 2:1 degree or the equivalent and to have completed, or be due to complete their Legal Practice Course. Applicants must be Guernsey residentially qualified.
In addition to the academic side, we expect trainees to display the same qualities as anyone we recruit - a willingness to work hard and be a good team player, display good communication skills and to have a 'can do' attitude. It's also important to display a creative and commercially focused mind.
As a trainee you will be supported by a partner or other senior associate throughout your contract, and will probably share an office or sit near them. This means you will have the opportunity to learn by watching and listening as they carry out their roles on a daily basis. You will be encouraged to have as much 'hands on ' experience as you can and will be given direct client contact as soon as possible.
Your contract will involve you in placements within at least three different departments, and through our links within the City, the possibility of a secondment to a top flight London law firm.
Your training will involve learning about the law, dealing with clients and intermediaries, drafting, IT skills, time management and leadership. You will also be supported during your Professional Skills Courses and attend our own 'in-house' technical seminars.
You will also take an active role in the firm, in areas such as marketing and business development opportunities, or possibly updating colleagues on forthcoming changes to the law.
Although we are happy to consider applications for Training Contracts at any time, it is best that this is done during the final year of your degree course. If you are interested in experiencing the firm before this, consider our Vacation and Work Experience Scheme.
- WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- Guernsey is a wonderful place to live and a major financial centre which attracts ambitious professionals.
With beautiful beaches, stunning coastal and countryside scenery Guernsey has lots to offer. There is a huge range of sporting and other activities available. Guernsey is steeped in history and has a diverse culture. It is a desirable place to bring up a family. Guernsey is an excellent location to develop your career, in a superior environment, with the added benefit of being close to the UK and mainland Europe.
Collas Day is one of the best known names in the Guernsey legal community. The firm is proud of its reputation for getting things done while still being a friendly place to work. We place great emphasis on being approachable and professional in all our dealings with clients and our colleagues.
Personal development is important - all our people have opportunities to develop their skills through challenging work opportunities supported by professional training delivered in-house or by external providers. - WHAT WE LOOK FOR
- Whether a lawyer working in our Commercial Department, a legal secretary within Dispute Resolution or a member of our accounts team, everyone plays an important part in Collas Day's success. You may have different skills and qualifications but you will share the attitude and motivation of the people you work with.
We recruit talented individuals with relevant experience and appropriate qualifications. We value excellent team working, communication and organisational skills. You will be hard working and professional with a good attention to detail, an enquiring mind, and most importantly a flexible approach and a 'can do' attitude. - WHAT WE OFFER
- High quality and varied work for a wide range of clients both internationally and locally. The way we work ensures that staff are always an integral part of any transaction and are able to see the bigger picture.
- A culture where training and development is integral to the firm, be this through in-house technical seminars, or through support for professional qualifications.
- Opportunities to get involved in marketing and business development.
- A friendly working environment where staff work together to deliver the best results for our clients.
- An opportunity to be part of a number of sporting and social events throughout the year. Collas Day supports the Firm's sailing and touch rugby teams and also hosts a number of regular events for those not so 'sports inclined'.
- A benefits package including competitive salary and bonus arrangements, 25 days annual leave, and private medical and travel insurance.
- TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
- As well as training staff to become Solicitors, we continue to train all our staff, whether they work as fee earners or in support roles. We provide in-house seminars, actively support attendance at courses and conferences and provide support for a wide range of professional qualifications.
We seek to develop people who are rounded business people with skills in a broad range of disciplines.
We were delighted to be a runner up in the Guernsey University Centre and Institute of Directors' Excellence in Training Award 2007.
Currently we are supporting staff to obtain the following:
Post Graduate Diploma in Law
Bar Vocational Course
STEP Diploma in Offshore Administration
Certified Accounting Technician
Legal Secretaries Diploma
ICSA Certificate and Diploma in Offshore Administration
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for any role with Collas Day or GTC or for work experience or vacation employment please send your CV and letter of application to:
Human Resources Department, Collas Day, PO Box 140, Manor Place, St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 4EW marked Private and Confidential or email Jo Cottell at jo.cottell@collasday.com.
