Placement Scheme: Legal Assistant – Major Trauma Services

Richmond
This is a temporary, full-time vacancy that will close in a month at 23:59 GMT.

Salary

• ompetitive

Location

Richmond

The Vacancy

Note:

Please read this advert carefully and give particular attention to the application requirements outlined towards the bottom of the page.

We are currently offering an opportunity for an undergraduate studying for their Law degree to join a placement scheme in our Major Trauma Services in Richmond. We are different – although a Top 100 Law firm, we strive to be ’Human First’ in everything we do. This means we truly care about our teams as well as our clients. We give people the space and flexibility in where and how they work so they are able to provide the best experience to our teams and clients alike.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic future lawyer to get some hands‑on practical work experience, and to see what legal practice looks like outside of lectures and seminars!

"I had never worked within the legal industry and wanted to use the opportunity to understand whether the law was for me. I learned so much during my year with Moore Barlow and had so many incredible opportunities that have transformed me professionally and personally. If you're considering a placement year, I would highly recommend Moore Barlow. There are so many opportunities to get involved."

Georgia Newson – Future Trainee Solicitor and former placement student

"I applied for a placement at Moore Barlow to develop my legal and personal skills and gain invaluable experience of working in a law firm. Prior to this placement I lacked experience with digital correspondence, networking and attention to detail. Not only have I improved in these areas, I also developed an understanding of so much more and became truly immersed in the culture of a leading career firm like Moore Barlow.

If you are looking to develop your legal knowledge, grow in confidence, build your network and gain an insight into a top-performing law firm then I would truly recommend undertaking a placement year and starting your legal career at Moore Barlow."

Marli Britt – Future Trainee Solicitor and former placement student

Led by our Senior Partner, Trevor Sterling, our Major Trauma Services Team is the first of its kind; a team dedicated to providing holistic support to individuals who have suffered major trauma, ensuring they receive the appropriate rehabilitation and care following their accident, and securing any due compensation. Our Team is focused on improving outcomes; working closely with and taking instruction from numerous major trauma centres in the City to ensure clients receive the empathetic and efficient support they need as soon as possible.

• You will support the MTS Team with a broad range of administrative tasks, including the preparation of engagement letters, file opening and billing, document production, and general assistance to the legal support team as necessary.
• You will assist and support more senior members of the team with work or tasks as required.
• You will act as an initial point of contact for new enquiries, ensuring accurate details are taken from the potential client and referred on as appropriate.
• You will assist with arranging appointments and conferences.
• As required, you will assist with department activities, marketing, and networking events.
• You will liaise with clients when necessary to provide updates on their matters and answers to any of their questions and queries.
• You will provide a highly attentive and client-focused approach.

• This scheme is available only to second-year law students. Please do not apply if you are not currently in your second-year of studies.
• You must be eligible to work full-time in the UK for the duration of the placement.
• Individuals with fantastic communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with both clients and colleagues.
• Initiative for self‑improvement, and a willingness to get stuck into new tasks and challenges required to meet individual and departmental objectives.
• A proactive and collaborative work ethic.
• The ability to time manage…