Virtual Private Law Careers Fair
2020
UNSW Law Society
Firms
Allen & Overy Allens Ashurst Baker McKenzie Bird & Bird Clayton Utz Corrs Chambers Westgarth Gilbert + Tobin Herbert Smith Freehills Jones Day Maddocks MinterEllison Norton Rose Fulbright Thomson Geer
WELCOME Lilian Wan (Vice President - Private Law Careers)
The UNSW Law Faculty, UNSW Law Society and its Private Law Careers Portfolio are proud to present the 2020 Virtual Private Law Careers Fair, run collaboratively with our technology partners Prosple and GradAustralia. I would like to extend a warm welcome and thank you to our sponsors, for your generous and continuing support of the students of UNSW Law Society. I am particularly grateful for your wonderful support for our transition into a virtual format for this year’s event. I would like to thank our Private Law Careers Directors, Adarsh Jeggannagari and Herbert Sa, who have worked tirelessly to organise the logistics and marketing efforts for our Careers Fair. I am also very grateful to the rest of our Private Law Careers team, Annabelle Lee, Caitlin Yan, Maria Bletsas and Rachana Shastri, and our Domestic Sponsorship Director, Utkarsh Chanana, whose incredible dedication over the past few months has been vital to running this event. Many thanks go to Guy Suttner and Joshua Chin for their compilation and design of this wonderful brochure, and our Law Society Presidents Sophie Berton and Justin Song for their ongoing guidance. We encourage all students to take this incredible opportunity to engage with some of Australia’s leading legal firms.
Face up to the challenge. Put the competition behind you. Make it to the top together.
IT’S TIME.
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It’s time… As an Allen & Overy Summer Clerk, you will be a part of a team which prides itself in working on top tier Australian and international deals and cases. What we can offer you During your ten week placement at Allen & Overy, you will participate in real transactions from beginning to end as well as specifically designed exercises that provide a valuable insight into the role of an Allen & Overy lawyer. Bespoke training is provided by some of our leading lawyers in Australia including access to international training sessions too. In addition to gaining experience in two of our practice areas in the Sydney office, our previous summer clerks have been able to spend time in one of our Asia Pacific offices during the program. This experience will give you a greater understanding of our global network and a taste of future opportunities at Allen & Overy. As your career progresses with Allen & Overy, you will be given a range of choices to develop your experiences, such as taking up the opportunity to spend time working in another office, whether that’s a rotation as a junior lawyer, a longer term secondment or a permanent transfer. Top tier Australian and international work From the moment you join the firm, you’ll be involved in helping our clients to protect and grow their assets. You will get involved in cross-border deals including inbound investment by international clients and outbound investment by Australian clients; international disputes and
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regulatory reviews; project financing for projects both in Australia and around the world; and international bond programs. Clients increasingly expect global service providers and Allen & Overy is currently one of the only firms in Australia able to provide a fully integrated domestic, regional and global offering. Our four core practice groups provide a full suite of corporate, finance (debt and equity), international capital markets and litigation services. Within these Groups, the practice areas are diverse, including Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Projects, Structured Products, International and Capital Markets, Funds, Asset Finance, Competition, Tax, Litigation and International Arbitration. What we are looking for Our shared culture and the values inspire the way we work and behave: instinctively thoughtful, collectively ambitious, insightfully inventive and refreshingly open. There is no typical Allen & Overy lawyer. We realise each person has their unique skills and qualities. In addition to excellent academic results, we seek penultimate year students who are team players, show resilience, are good communicators, have strength in planning and organisation, are adept at problem solving and have general commercial awareness with an overall ambition to build a career at Allen & Overy.
Great change is here. Shape the future with Allens At Allens, we’re focused on equipping our people with the skills and experience they need to be the lawyers of the future. We’re ready to define tomorrow. Are you? With us, you’ll be more than a lawyer. Our people are technical experts, but they’re also trusted business advisers who think bigger, more broadly and more strategically. Together, we solve complex legal challenges, and collaborate across practice areas and disciplines to guide our clients.
We work across borders too, thanks to our alliance with Linklaters. This provides opportunites for our firm and our people, including annual rotations in Linklaters London, Hong Kong and Singapore being available to our graduate lawyers.
An early legal career at Allens includes highly tailored training through the Allens Academy. Developed in partnership with the Australian National University, our Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice will help you transition from law graduate to legal expert and trusted business adviser.
In a rapidly changing world, we seek opportunities to innovate, embracing creative thinking, new approaches and emerging technology. We don’t just seek opportunities to benefit ourselves and our clients, we believe strongly in driving positive change to do right by our community too, as demonstrated through our strong pro bono practices.
Our teams are open, inclusive and encouraging, giving you the opportunity to learn and grow while feeling supported. You’ll have the flexibility to drive your own career, and we’ll recognise your achievements and hard work as you progress through the firm. Are you ready to begin?
CLERKSHIP PROGRAM A clerkship at Allens is the first step in a rewarding legal career, and will give you invaluable insights into our work and culture. With support from a buddy and development supervisor, you’ll work on real matters for real clients and be involved in a variety of projects. The programs: run from three to 10 weeks; are available at our Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth
and Sydney offices;
feature ongoing support, including a buddy system; and include exposure to one or two practice groups.
GRADUATE PROGRAM In each rotation, you’ll gain a depth of experience that comes from seeing matters through to the end, and get exposure to stimulating legal challenges. At Allens, we don’t work in silos, meaning you won’t be limited to working with only one partner or by your practice areas. You’ll work alongside a range of partners and lawyers, giving you exposure to a wide variety of tasks. Working with different teams and leading organisations, you’ll grow a solid skills base and develop the agility needed to thrive in our ever‑changing world. The programs include: two 12‑month rotations in your areas of interest; secondment options in London or Asia, via our alliance
with Linklaters;
ongoing supervision, coaching and mentoring; completing a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
(via Allens Academy); and
a 12‑month weekly legal seminar series
(Cornerstone Program).
Find out more at graduates.allens.com.au Allens is an independent partnership operating in alliance with Linklaters LLP.
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Great change is here. Shape the future with Allens At Allens, we’re focused on equipping our people with the skills and experience they need to be the lawyers of the future. We’re ready to define tomorrow. Are you? KATE SINCLAIR SUMMER CLERK 2018/19 1. What kind of work were you involved in during your clerkship at Allens? I rotated through the Competition, Consumer & Regulatory and the Projects and Development teams. The work was varied, but some examples of what I did day to day are: drafting advice and commercial contracts; attending client meetings; research, both legal and commercial; and ‘sensechecking’/ proofreading advice, commercial contracts, articles and leases.
2. What did you enjoy most about working at Allens? Not only is Allens genuinely invested in you and your career, the people are so lovely. During the application process, you meet so many people from different firms and practice areas; you attend what feels like 50 cocktail evenings and interviews; and you meet a tonne of other applicants. The stress of the process stops you from connecting with other people, but this pressure is lifted when you start a clerkship. Rather than being a source of anxiety, socialising becomes enjoyable. Potential employers become colleagues, and competitors become friends. I loved settling in and learning about, and from, the people I was working with.
3. What are the social opportunities like at Allens? The clerkship is full of social activities! Monday night sport and Friday night drinks were staple events, as were informal Clerk lunches in the botanical gardens each day. There were lots of organised events where you could bond with fellow Clerks, with activities like lawn bowls, karaoke, tenpin bowling, cork and canvas, and trivia. The lead-up to
Christmas is also a blast, with team lunches and the firm Christmas party, which are great opportunities to learn more about your colleagues outside the office. Even before the clerkship started, Allens put on a wine and cheese night for the Summer Clerks, where we learned more about the practice areas we could choose to rotate through.
4. What surprised you about working at Allens? I was pleasantly surprised to meet so many cool and lovely people at Allens. I was concerned that I wouldn’t fit in at Allens (that I didn’t have the right background), due to its reputation as a traditional (and stuffy) firm, but I didn’t feel out of place at all. Everyone was so nice and welcoming! Of course, the work is fascinating, but the most interesting work in the world isn’t worth it if you don’t like who you’re working with (particularly if you’re working late nights).
5. What would be your advice to students wishing to apply to Allens? Two things: (1) Do it – apply. Before doing my clerkship, Allens intimidated me; I didn’t think I would be selected and I wasn’t sure the firm was for me. But I could not have been more wrong and I’m really pleased I applied. (2) Be genuine. Applying for clerkships is a tiresome and stressful time, and it’s easy to get carried away with what you think firms or HR want to see, but there would be nothing worse than pretending to be someone you’re not and ending up at a firm that isn’t the right place for you. Be yourself, and if it’s the right fit, it’ll work.
6. What’s the most exciting thing you worked on? Doing work on the ACCC’s Digital Platforms Inquiry and Snowy 2.0 was cool, but I was most excited to work for the giraffe-in-a-van from my childhood – Healthy Harold.
Find out more at allens.com.au/yourcareer Allens is an independent partnership operating in alliance with Linklaters LLP.
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Make the difference at Ashurst As a global law firm with a rich history spanning almost 200 years, we’ve established ourselves as a leading adviser to corporates, financial institutions and governments, on all areas of the law including finance, M&A, disputes and competition. We’re renowned for helping our clients navigate through a complex and constantly evolving global landscape. With 28 offices across the world’s leading financial and resource centres, we offer the reach and insight of a global network combined with deep local market knowledge. Our people are our greatest asset. We bring together lawyers of the highest calibre with the expertise, industry experience and regional know-how to provide the incisive advice our clients need. As a global team we have a reputation for successfully managing large and complex multi-jurisdictional transactions, disputes and projects.
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My Clerkship Experience Jonathan, Seasonal Clerk
Studied: Bachelor of Laws (Honors), University of NSW Sydney Rotations: Resources, Environment and Planning
1. WHY ASHURST
4. CAREER DEVELOPMENT AT ASHURST
I chose Ashurst for its recognition as one of Australia’s leading environmental law practices and for the people I met at Ashurst during the application process. The opportunity to learn from and work alongside genuine and down-to-earth people who excel in their specialities was one of the main reasons I chose Ashurst. What also set Ashurst apart was the training the firm provides. Ashurst is a firm that not only values the quality of the work it produces, but also the quality of training it provides to junior lawyers and clerks.
Even as a clerk, it was clear to me that Ashurst invests in the development of its people. We received training formally, through weekly training sessions covering a range of practice areas, as well as informally, through the mentoring received from lawyers during our rotations. This was also evident at the end of the clerkship, where there was clear communication about next steps for our careers at Ashurst.
2. YOUR WORK AS A CLERK I was fortunate enough to receive a diverse range of work during my rotations. I had the opportunity to draft advice to clients, sit in on client meetings, research areas of law, prepare briefs to Counsel and assist with pro bono matters. The lawyers I worked with were incredibly diligent, patient and were always happy to take the time to explain each task to me and to answer any questions I had. I believe this greatly developed my legal skills and enhanced my learning experience.
3. SOCIAL ASPECTS OF THE CLERKSHIP I thoroughly enjoyed the social aspects of the clerkship. As clerks we participated in inter-firm clerk sports, attended the clerk-cruise, had clerk-cohort dinners and even organised a weekend trip to the Central Coast. As a whole, the clerkship was highly social and a great opportunity to meet new people and develop close friendships.
5. ASHURST IN THE COMMUNITY Ashurst’s stand-alone pro bono practice and commitment to corporate social responsibility stand out to me as it is a clear demonstration of the firm’s commitment to making a difference beyond its professional work. As a clerk, there is the opportunity to clerk in the Pro Bono team, and every clerk has the opportunity to get involved with some form of pro bono work. I found this to be an immensely fulfilling experience.
6. APPLICATION TIPS My advice to candidates would be to bring your whole self to the application process. I found that every firm really values getting to know more about candidates than just their university credentials. I would also try to enjoy the process, as stressful as it is. Having come out the other side, I found the applications to be a really rewarding experiences and a great chance to reflect on all the things I’d done.
7. WHO SHOULD APPLY? I would recommend Ashurst to anyone seeking to work at a firm that produces technically excellent work and invests in the development of its junior lawyers.
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& Clerkships A clerkship with Bird & Bird is just the start of your exciting legal journey with one of the world's best international law firms. Find out where a clerkship with Bird & Bird can take you.
As a junior lawyer, your enthusiasm is in overdrive. Everything is interesting. You have a million questions for everyone. You want to be the best. And for me, I wanted to be the best lawyer and leader I could be. Right now I’m a corporate and tax lawyer, buying and selling companies, structuring investments and having the occasional battle with the ATO.
STAY TRUE.
So, a little while after I started at Clayton Utz, I joined the social committee. A powerful assembly fuelled by lunchtime pizzawielding lawyers making important decisions like choosing the Christmas party theme. They knew I liked pizza, but had no idea I was gay. You see, I wasn’t out at work yet and this became a genuine source of anxiety for a good two years. But In May 2015 this all changed... To listen to Luke’s full story, go to: claytonutz.com/graduates Academic brilliance certainly counts, but graduates who thrive here have something extra – a natural passion for connecting with people and a strong sense of self. That’s what staying true is all about. If you have these qualities, Clayton Utz is for you.
CLERKSHIP PROGRAM If you’re a law student in your penultimate year, our Clerkship Programs will expose you to the fast pace of a full-service commercial law firm and show you the law in action. You’ll be working under the guidance of some of the sharpest legal minds in Australia, on challenging, complex and high-profile transactions and matters. You’ll be mentored by partners and lawyers who are leaders in their fields, in a firm where individuality is embraced and innovation actively encouraged.
GRADUATE PROGRAM It’s not just about wearing a suit. There’s always a gap between theory and practice, and post-university prospects can be daunting. How do you make the leap to working in the industry?
That’s where we come in. Once you’ve completed your studies, our national Graduate Program gives you the perfect foundation for your legal career. Our 2.5 week orientation program is designed to ensure that you’ll hit the ground running. It consists of PLT+, local training and a national orientation week in Sydney. Our rotations will help you discover different areas and find the right fit. From day one you’ll be working on complex and sophisticated legal issues, and with our innovative learning and development approach, you’ll get the support to become the best you can be.
You’ll get… • Three rotations of six months in our national practice groups • continuing legal education programs and professional development support • mentoring from some of the best lawyers in the country • a buddy who’ll give you the inside information
• the chance to participate in our Community Connect and Pro Bono programs and really give back
• meaningful performance feedback so you know you’re on • social and sporting activities, because we know it’s not the right track all work and no play.
We hire most of our Graduates from our Clerkship Programs. Occasionally, additional opportunities may arise. These opportunities will be listed on our website.
Corrs Chambers Westgarth Be exceptional. Your journey from outstanding graduate to exceptional lawyer begins at Corrs.
Corrs Chambers Westgarth is Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading independent Australian law firm. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re known and respected for delivering legal excellence, exceptional client service and outstanding results. Through our long-term relationships with leading law firms across the world, we advise on the most significant global matters and connect with the best lawyers internationally to provide our clients with the right team for every engagement.
Corrs offers
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Mentoring by leading partners
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International secondment opportunities to premium independent firms in locations such as New York, London, Paris, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Singapore and Tokyo
Our clerkships give you the opportunity to connect with partners and lawyers across the firm, learn what a ‘day-in-the-life’ at Corrs is like, and experience the type of work we do and the clients we partner with.
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Scholarships to study at leading international universities including Oxford, Cambridge and Harvard
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Opportunities to contribute to our award-winning pro-bono programe
Key dates Summer Clerkship Applications open Tuesday 9 June 2020
The Corrs seasonal clerkship program gives you the opportunity to work alongside some of Australia’s leading lawyers on high-profile work for major Australian and international clients. At Corrs, you’ll enjoy the benefits of working alongside a high-performing team with a shared commitment to our culture of excellence, collaboration, commitment and respect.
Applications close Sunday 12 July 2020 Offers made Wednesday 16 September 2020
Contact us Corrs Chambers Westgarth Level 17, 8 Chifley, 8/12 Chifley Square, Sydney
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Kimberly Howe People & Performance Consultant
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+61 2 9210 6044 kimberly.howe@corrs.com.au
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BE BOLD BE PART OF THE ACTION Gilbert + Tobin is a leading transactions, regulatory and disputes law firm, committed to outstanding citizenship. We guide our clients through defining moments in their business and are renowned for our ability to get things done.
We advise many of Australia’s and the world’s leading organisations and focus on the most dynamic sectors. Our clients and projects span Australia, Asia and emerging African markets. Located in the heart of the CBD, the partners and lawyers in our Sydney office include some of Australia’s leading practitioners in: + Banking + Infrastructure
+ Intellectual Property
+ Competition + Regulation
+ Disputes + Investigations
+ Corporate Advisory
+ Real Estate + Projects
+ Energy + Resources
+ Pro Bono + Technology + Digital
If you want to challenge your thinking and stretch your abilities, this is the firm for you. There has never been a better time to be a part of our story and enjoy the stimulating challenge of working with Australia’s most innovative corporate law firm. Find out more at www.gtlaw.com.au/bebold
WE DELIVER ON OUR PROMISE TO PROVIDE REAL OPPORTUNITIES TO ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. WE PROVIDE THE CHANCE TO BE DEEPLY INVOLVED IN INTERESTING, CHALLENGING WORK MUCH EARLIER IN YOUR CAREER, ACCELERATING YOUR OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCE. DANNY GILBERT, MANAGING PARTNER
ARE YOU READY TO BE BOLD? Not all corporate law firms are the same. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re up for the challenge of working with Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most innovative corporate law firm, learn more via gtlaw.com.au/bebold
We're looking for those who see things differently, the kind of people who bring new ideas and create innovative opportunities for our clients.
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With over 25 offices spanning Asia, Europe, Australasia, and the Middle east, we can show you exactly what a world class commercial law firm has to offer, giving you the chance to work as part of an international team, on high-profile matters, for some of the most significant organisations in the market.
We select many of our graduates through our vacation clerkships. During this immersive experience, you’ll receive hands-on practical experience, actively contributing, as you work on some of the diverse challenges facing the team you’re collaborating with.
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You will gain a deeper understanding of life at the firm and what your future could look like if you join us. Some key features include the opportunity to:
Our focus is on the future: the future needs of existing and new clients, the future of the legal profession and investing in our future lawyers. That’s why we aim to attract the best talent from a broad range of backgrounds, ensuring we are optimising our position as a progressive, forward thinking professional services business. At Herbert Smith Freehills, you’ll be given the opportunity to develop the skills you need to help solve our clients’ most complex challenges in thoughtful and innovative ways.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
Great lawyers are both curious and creative. We encourage you to challenge assumptions and open yourself up to new ideas. It’s this growth mindset that creates opportunities for you and your clients. So, what exactly are we looking for? There’s no single path to becoming an exceptional commercial lawyer. We look beyond your academic record and your technical aptitude. We’re focussed on finding people who have the curiosity to explore all the angles and the empathy to place themselves in their client’s shoes. Building great relationships takes a certain understanding and as our global village gets ever smaller, we look for graduates who think of themselves as citizens of the world.
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• Sit within a specific team, delivering real work for key clients • Before you join, submit a preference for a team to tailor your experience • Navigate the first step of your career with partner and graduate mentoring support • Attend workshops and presentations covering all our practice areas • Contribute to our pro bono practice • Work with cutting edge technology through our innovation projects • Networking opportunities to meet people across the firm
JOINING US
We offer a range of summer and winter clerkships across our Australian offices. If you have queries about graduate or vacation clerk positions, please visit our website: careers.herbertsmithfreehills.com/au/grads/ vacation-clerkships or contact one of our graduate recruitment consultants.
KEY DATES/DEADLINES Approximate number of positions
30-35
Clerkship programs
1 Summer
Applications for all 2019/20 programs open
9 June 2020
Applications for all 2019/20 programs close
12 July 2020
Offers made
16 September 2020
Please note: An application should only be submitted to the office where you intend to start your career as a graduate. Multiple applications will not be considered.
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Alternative Legal Services (ALT) Competition, Regulation and Trade Corporate Dispute Resolution Employment, Industrial Relations and Safety • Finance • Projects and Infrastructure • Real Estate
Contacts James Keane Graduate Recruitment Manager T +61 2 9322 4313 james.keane@hsf.com
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Working at Jones Day… One Firm WorldwideSM Jones Day is a global law firm with more than 2,500 lawyers in 43 offices across five continents. The Firm is distinguished by: a singular tradition of client service; the mutual commitment to, and the seamless collaboration of, a true partnership; formidable legal talent across multiple disciplines and jurisdictions; and shared professional values that focus on client needs. The Firm’s 125 years of sustained growth—in experience, reputation and successful client interaction—have been built by its dedication to a ‘One Firm Worldwide’ philosophy, which fosters the creation of interoffice and cross-practice teams, assembled to ensure that clients receive the best possible guidance and representation, without regard to barriers conventionally imposed by geography, borders, time zones or language.
Australia Jones Day’s presence in Australia has grown significantly. The Firm has added new offices in Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane over the last five years in addition to our office in Sydney, reflecting our commitment to expanding our service to the Australian market. Our lawyers work in a dynamic and stimulating multidisciplinary environment by collaborating with colleagues from different practices and different offices worldwide. We continue to attract many of the legal industry’s most highly regarded and sought-after lawyers while maintaining our focus on promoting internal talent through the ranks.
The New Lawyers Group Jones Day recognizes that many law students leave law school not knowing which practice they want to enter. We also believe that a more well-rounded lawyer is a better lawyer and that a wide range of experience is valuable to a new lawyer. Accordingly, many years ago Jones Day created the New Law yers Group, which allows new associates to gain exposure to different practice areas and lawyering styles at the Firm before making a commitment to a specific-practice.
We provide extensive training through the New Lawyers program. Each November, we bring together new associates from across the Firm at the “New Lawyers Academy” in Washington for three days of hands-on training and meetings with Firm leaders. In addition to helping them understand Jones Day’s culture, organization and operation, the Academy gives our new lawyers the opportunity to meet their peers in the Firm’s other offices.
Graduate and Summer Clerkship Program We run a summer clerkship program at Jones Day across our offices in Australia that offers selected positions to talented students who are at their penultimate year at university. We give our summer clerks real work for real clients, to provide them an opportunity to learn what the practice of law at a large firm is all about. Providing challenging assignments also allows us to assess summer clerks’ potential to deliver first-rate legal services and to flourish in Jones Day’s culture. We aim for summer clerks to be become future graduates of the Firm.
A Culture of Client Service and Collaboration Jones Day’s commitment to client service means our lawyers work together in a collaborative atmosphere where teamwork is essential, respect for and from colleagues is the norm, and credit is shared for a job well done. In fact, every facet of the Firm is structured to promote an environment that’s client-focused, but also professionally fulfilling for lawyers at any career stage. We expect our lawyers to focus completely on a client’s needs, with the full support and encouragement of their peers. We recognize that partners and associates alike contribute to the Firm in a variety of ways, and we reward lawyers for their overall contributions to the Firm and for promoting the Firm’s values.
Applications must be made online. Please visit us at www.jonesdaycareers.com/australia.
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From Day One you will experience what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like to work at Maddocks This means you will have challenging, meaningful work, gain exposure to clients, be given a good level of responsibility, work in a supportive and collaborative team and have regular access to our partners. The training you receive throughout your clerkship will ensure you are thoroughly prepared and ready to get involved in and contribute to client work straight away. The program begins with a comprehensive orientation which includes training and development activities. Join our clerkship program and become part of a firm where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re involved from Day One.
Your future. Your choice. Choose to make an impact. Our clerks and graduates become well-rounded, technically excellent lawyers who help to solve some of our clients’ most complex challenges. But we’ll empower you to be so much more. Never underestimate the power in you to make an impact
Your success is our success
We’re driven by a strong sense of purpose: to create lasting impacts with our clients, our people and our communities.
We celebrate and invest in our people. We’re committed to helping our people achieve their best and progress in their careers.
As one of Asia Pacific’s leading law firms, our clients look to us to help them address their most complex legal challenges. But we know, in a world of relentless disruption, we also need to think beyond the law.
Our development programs and initiatives are second to none. We’ll work with you to provide you with challenging and careerbuilding experiences, and we’re always working to open more doors for you.
We’re driving digital transformation and embedding a culture of curiosity and innovation. We’re investing in adjacent consulting capabilities that enable us to provide seamlessly integrated solutions to our clients. And our people are committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities they live and work in.
We support you to succeed Our award-winning clerk and graduate programs will expose you to a wide variety of business areas, skills, teams and challenges, helping you to understand where your strengths and interests lie. You’ll accelerate your legal and business acumen by working alongside high-performing partners, lawyers and professionals in a diverse, collaborative and innovative environment.
“The biggest impact I want to have as a lawyer is working with our clients to deliver a solution that not only meets their goals now, but also creates longterm, meaningful impacts for the future.” Emily Hill Lawyer For information and to apply visit graduates.minterellison.com
You’ll have the opportunity to gain international exposure through our broad network of offices and industry partnerships.
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Nina is a change navigator When you’re playing futsal, you attune to a pace that’s fast. Fast and critical thinking as part of a team comes naturally to Nina. Currently on our graduate program, she’s putting her speed of thought to good use on secondment, walking – or running – in the shoes of our client. We’re providing the next generation of lawyers like Nina with the knowledge, skills and understanding to help our clients achieve their goals on the global stage – always staying one step ahead of the competition. We don’t simply adapt to change. We thrive on it. Law around the world nortonrosefulbright.com
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ARRIVE... at a large Australian corporate law firm We have more than 560 people, including 116 Partners operating out of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. We are one of the 10 largest law firms operating in Australia, and the 5th largest independent Australian law firm.
WHY CHOOSE US? We know you’re not just a student on work experience. We want to give you a realistic, stretching introduction to the legal profession. How does this happen? From day one, you’ll be an active participant in the team, involved in all aspects of legal practice, and working directly with experienced practitioners.
OUR CLERKSHIP APPLICATION PROCESS Our recruitment process is efficient, informative and streamlined, acknowledging the often stressful nature of this period. The first stage of our process involves your application being submitted through our website using cvMail. You will be required to respond to questions regarding your experience, interests and academic achievements, and will also need to submit a copy of your current CV and most recent academic transcript. The first round of our interview process is a video interview. This provides you with an opportunity to perform at your best, by providing you with time to consider the questions, conduct some limited research and then present your responses. Those selected to progress beyond this stage will be invited to a Firm Information and Networking Evening. You will have an opportunity to engage directly with our Partners on their current and recent work and learn more about the firm.
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HOW CAN I MAKE MY CLERKSHIP APPLICATION STAND OUT? Our clerks are curious, hungry to learn and committed to constant innovation and improvement. When we receive a clerkship application, these are the things that make you stand out from the crowd: •
A genuine interest in the areas of law in which we practice.
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Demonstrating an understanding of, and interest in, the commercial environment, as this helps our clerks contribute to the success of our clients.
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Demonstrating a dedication to pursuits outside of your university studies. Whether it be in work or community interests, being able to show that you constantly seek opportunities to contribute more than is expected – in both your personal and professional pursuits. We hold in high regard a commitment to continuous self-improvement.
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We look for a strong work ethic in our clerks, so we look for an application that is able to demonstrate that.
And importantly, be yourself. A diverse range of people is important to our success and we love to see your personality in your application.
GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES Students who complete a clerkship with us will be eligible to be considered for a position in our next graduate program, commencing in 2022. This program runs for 12 months and includes rotation among different practice areas to help determine the area of law which best suits you. Comprehensive external and internal training is provided to allow you to meet all required competencies to gain admission to practice.
ARRIVE... AT THOMSON GEER If your ambition is to develop a career in commercial law and you possess the drive to make your ambitions a reality, we want to hear from you! Applications open on 9 June 2020, via cvMail or our website.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS CO-PRESIDENTS
Justin Song and Sophie Berton presidents@unswlawsoc.org
VICE PRESIDENT PRIVATE LAW CAREERS Lilian Wan privatelawcareers@unswlawsoc.org
PRIVATE LAW CAREERS DIRECTORS Adarsh Jeggannagari Annabelle Lee Caitlin Yan Herbert Sa Maria Bletsas Rachana Shastri
PRIVATE LAW CAREERS PUBLICATIONS DIRECTORS Guy Suttner Joshua Chin
DOMESTIC SPONSORSHIP COORDINATOR Utkarsh Chanana
UNSW Law Society
