Welcome to Weightmans. We're a national law firm with over 1400 people and nine offices across the UK.
My name is Marc, and I work in the Early Careers department at Weightmans. We're one of the first law firms of our size in the UK to offer a new ground-breaking pathway into law.
Our apprenticeship Academy launched in 2020.
Now you can become a solicitor, gain a qualifying law degree, earn a good salary and work in one of the top UK law firms.
Our unique application process doesn't just give us the chance to review your application fairly, but it also gives you insights about the firm. There two areas where we are going to apply scoring in your application: your academics and an open question at the end of the form. Let's look at some top tips.
Do your research on the company and the role. How do you fit the brief?
We run open evenings every autumn, so come along and find out more about us.
Take your time with the responses and start early. Don't leave it until the last minute.
The application is open for at least two months, so we would advise you to consider your answers and take your time. Don't worry, the application can be saved, so you can continue it at a later date.
Don't be afraid to ask for help. Ask someone you know to read through your application and give you feedback.
The most common reasons for loss of points are punctuation, spelling, and grammar. So make sure to double check your application.
The HiPo-i has been designed for Early Career's recruitment to identify potential in our candidates.
You are usually given around a week to complete the assessment, so make sure to find a quiet space to complete it. If you pass the online assessment stage, it's time to come and talk to us at an interview. We will ensure that you are ready for the day. A member of the Early Careers team will call you to that you're prepared.
At your interview, you will meet with two people: a member of HR and the lawyer from the firm so that we can get to know you better.
We're a friendly team and want the best for you, so we'll try our best to make you feel at ease.
Once past the interview stage, you will receive an invite to our assessment day. The assessment day is held at a Weightmans office. It includes group activities and other tasks designed to see how you respond to practical challenges, for you to show us your personality, and your problem solving skills.
It is also a good chance for you to decide if Weightmans is a good fit for you.
If you're a successful applicant, the support does not stop there.
During our week long induction in Liverpool, you will learn more about the role and you'll get to meet other apprentices.
We really look forward to meeting you all at Weightmans and we want to wish you the best of luck during your application process.
If you would like more information, please contact us at earlycareers@weightmans.com.