Commercial Law Programme

NOTE: At the end of the scheme, mentors will be able to answer further questions, conduct mock interviews, etc. but at their convenience. It is advised that mentors and mentees remain in touch as having a network of contacts plays an integral part to success in the city professions.

Introduction:

Week 1

Networking:

Week 2

Online Applications:

Week 3

Online Tests:

Week 4

Interviews:

Week 5

Assessment Centres:

Week 6

Practice AC:

Week 7

Closing Session:

Week 8

Commercial Law Programme

NOTE: At the end of the scheme, mentors will be able to answer further questions, conduct mock interviews, etc. but at their convenience. It is advised that mentors and mentees remain in touch as having a network of contacts plays an integral part to success in the city professions.

Introduction:

About the officer and how they secured their law schemes

Overview of commercial law

Overview of the application process

Week 1

Networking:

Overview of types of networking events

The importance of law fairs

How to network and use LinkedIn

Week 2

Online Applications:

Overview of the typical online application form

General advice

Running through examples with the candidates

Week 3

Online Tests:

Overview of typical online tests given

General advice

Running through examples with the candidates

Week 4

Interviews:

Overview of types of interviews given

General advice

Overview of some example questions and how to prepare

Week 5

Assessment Centres:

Overview of the AC structure

General advice

Guidance on tackling case study problems

Week 6

Practice AC:

Practice case study problem

Practice interview questions

General feedback

Week 7

Closing Session:

Final questions from the candidates

Discussing any specific areas requested by the candidates

Looking ahead - next steps and preparing for first-year applications

Week 8