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Discover – What can I do with my degree?

Many of our law students go on to work in the legal sector as solicitors, barristers, paralegals, chartered legal executives and beyond. However, as a law graduate our students have also gone on to a range of careers such as, an accounts associate; teacher; HR adviser; police officer; prison officer; management roles; even a rugby league referee!  As there are lots of options, it can be difficult deciding, so this guide and the careers team can help. Remember, you can also explore careers that don’t directly relate to your degree. Did you know that over 80% of graduate employers will recruit from any degree discipline?

Develop – Developing skills and experience

If you already have some career ideas, the next step will be to develop your skills and gain some experience to build your confidence and increase your knowledge. You may want to consider volunteering, part-time work or undertaking a placement to increase your chances of gaining graduate employment after completing your degree. It’s also a great way to try-out career paths to see what you enjoy and if it’s a good fit for you.

Compete – Getting ready to apply for work or postgraduate study

When you know what you want to do and you’re ready to apply, we have all the tools, tips and advice right here. You can also use this information to help you if you’re at an earlier stage of your career thinking and are applying for part-time work or work placements.

Complete this short online learning pathway to find out where to search online and get faster and more relevant job search results. Then search and apply for all opportunities on our vacancy portal or placements on InPlace.

Online learning pathway – Job Search Strategies Find opportunities on our vacancy portal Search and apply for FAS placements on InPlace

Your go-to guide, including examples and templates to get you started.

CV and application advice Online learning pathway – Making applications Review your CV online using CareerSet

Get ahead of the competition by reading our top tips or follow our online self-led learning pathway.

Interview advice Online learning pathway – interviews and assessments

Practice using our online tools or book a mock interview with a Careers Adviser.

Practice online tests at Graduates First Practice interviews at Shortlist Me Book a mock interview

How to decide if postgraduate study is right for you, what you should consider and how to apply.

Our top tips and advice Complete our online learning pathway – Postgraduate study

Live opportunities

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies that may be of interest to Law, Criminology and Policing students. Select any of the following opportunities to find out more and apply, or search for other opportunities on our vacancy portal.

  • Closing Date: 00:00 31-May-2024Location: England – Greater London.Join our innovative research team at Chambers and Partners as a Research Analyst with a focus on German language proficiency. As a Research Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in our research process. Through engaging interview techniques, you will gather valuable insights from clients […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 19-Jul-2024Location: England – Greater London.Our training programme combines hands-on experience with a first-class education programme. Route to becoming a trainee The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE)The firm has partnered with BPP to design a bespoke programme that goes beyond helping you pass SQE assessments.This year long course includes everything you […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 10-May-2024Location: England – South East.The Opportunity Salary:  NJC Grade 8 £30,296 – £33,024 per annum (pro rata for part time) Working Pattern:  Full time, 37 hours per week. Part time will be considered.Contract:  PermanentLocation:  Crawley (plus Crawley Weighting Allowance of £561 per annum), Bognor Regis, or Chichester You will need […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 01-Jun-2024Location: UK Nationwide.Isle of Man’s finance sector The Financial and Professional Services sector on the Isle of Man is thriving. The Island is home to some of the world’s largest companies, including PwC, KPMG, Deloitte and Ernest & Young. This industry plays a critical role in the Island’s economy, […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: Rest of the world.Description Johnson & Johnson Global Services, the global shared services organization supporting the businesses of Johnson & Johnson, performs select functional work in a consistent manner across regions and sectors using simplified, standardized end-to-end processes and state-of-the-art technology. The vision of Johnson & Johnson Global […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As an RAF Nurse, you will be providing direct nursing care in a variety of different clinical settings.  After Basic Training you will be assigned to work within one of the Joint Hospital Groups (JHGs) or alternatively the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM). Typical responsibilities include: Aeromedical […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As an RAF Nursing Officer, you’ll be both a commissioned officer and a nurse. That means you will be trained to show leadership and management skills in a team environment, as well as providing excellent standards of nursing. Nursing Officers provide the highest standards of patient care […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 06-May-2024Location: England – Greater London.ABOUT THE BUSINESS:The Emerald Cultural Institute has a very clear mission statement: ‘People are at the heart of what we do. We provide a transformative educational and cultural experience within a positive, nurturing environment where both students and staff can grow and prepare to meet […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 31-Aug-2024Location: England – North West.*Please note, that this role is for an immediate start, so you must have graduated 2023 or earlier* About us At Clyde & Co, we're leaders in the Casualty market. Built on scale, unparalleled expertise and a new vision for making the most of AI, data and […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 01-Jun-2024Location: England – North West.About us At Clyde & Co, we're leaders in the Casualty market. Built on scale, unparalleled expertise and a new vision for making the most of AI, data and technology, our Casualty practice is the biggest in the UK. With 480 partners, 2400 lawyers, and […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.Who are we.  RAF Regiment protect and defend RAF platforms, RAF installations and the people who operate them, to enable the unrestricted delivery of Air and Space power.  As an RAF Regiment Gunner, you will specialise in combat tactics, weaponry, fieldcraft and force protection. You will be […]
  • Closing Date: 03-Jan-2027Location: Hybrid.We are currently looking for new members to join the Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) at most prisons across England and Wales. The IMB helps to ensure that proper standards of care and decency are maintained. Applicants do not need any special qualifications or experience as we will provide all […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.Can you stand the heat? Then get into the kitchen as an RAF Apprentice Chef. As a chef in the RAF, you will have a varied role, preparing food at five-star themed banquets one day and cooking in the field the next. Once fully trained you will […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As an RAF Air & Ground Steward you will have fantastic opportunities to travel the world. In your first tour you will work as Cabin Crew on the Voyager aircraft and later as part of our Specialist Field catering Squadron or work alongside industry partners in Military […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.The RAF can't operate without supplies of fuel and equipment. As an RAF Supplier you will be a vital part of all RAF operations in the UK and worldwide. You will be responsible for the management of RAF assets; from storage to distribution, ensuring the right kit […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.Logistics Movers are responsible for the movement of troops and cargo according to RAF operational needs. You will operate IT systems, load and unload transport aircraft and accompany cargo all over the world. It is a varied trade with an array of responsibilities. You could work in a […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.Want to become an RAF Driver? You will be fully trained to operate many vehicle types and gain professional qualifications and licenses at no cost. From cars to cranes and articulated trucks to specialist vehicles (such as aircraft refuellers) you will ensure RAF personnel, equipment and commodities are […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As an Electrician, you will be in charge of keeping the RAF fully powered. You’ll be essential in ensuring RAF aircraft are able to take off and complete their missions safely by maintaining and repairing the wide range of ground-based electric equipment used on RAF bases and […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.Our Cyberspace Communication Specialists are at the heart of everything we do, nothing starts without them. Imagine a world without your mobile phone, WiFi or social media. Imagine a world where you can’t trust that someone isn’t reading your personal messages. Our Cyberspace Communication Specialists are responsible […]
  • Closing Date: 00:00 30-Apr-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As a Royal Air Force Weapon Technician, you will be responsible for arming our aircraft with weapons. You will also make sure all the weapons management and release systems are in full working order. Most weapons technicians spend their first tour of duty on a flying squadron […]

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