Reynolds Porter Chamberlain LLP (RPC) is a forward thinking London-based law firm with a wide-ranging practice, some of the leading lawyers in their fields and great clients in both the UK and overseas. We offer a depth of knowledge and creativity that few firms can rival and are regularly praised in the leading directories for the quality of our training programmes.
Based in modern offices in the City, we work in an open, collaborative environment designed to bring out the best in our people and to ensure that the service we offer our clients is second to none. We strive to create a working environment in which knowledge is shared and access to Partners is a reality.
Training
As a trainee you will receive first rate training in a supportive working environment. You will work closely with a partner and will be given real responsibility as soon as you are ready to handle it. At least six months will be spent in four areas of our practice and we encourage our trainees to express preferences for the areas in which they would like to train. In addition to the Professional Skills Course we provide a complementary programme of in-house training. When you qualify we hope you will stay with us and we endeavour to place you in the area of law that suits you best.
What do we look for in our trainees?
We appoint fifteen trainees each year from a law or non-law background. Although proven academic ability is important (we require a 2.1 degree or above) we also value energy, enthusiasm, business sense, commitment and the ability to communicate and relate well to others. Recruitment usually takes place in the September, two years before commencement of the training contract. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to one of our assessment days during which they will have the opportunity to meet our existing trainees and partners.
Funding
Bursaries are available for the GDL, if applicable, and the LPC. Bursaries comprise of course and examination fees and maintenance grant of up to £6,500. We request that all our trainees complete their LPC at BPP law school.
Trainee starting salary:
1st year: £37,000
2nd year: £40,000
Post-qualification salary (2011) £58,000
Benefits:
We feel it is important to offer our employees a creative and competitive benefits package with choice and flexibility. Our full range of benefits can be viewed via our website.
Number of training contracts:
15
Degrees sought:
both law and non law
Minimum class of degree required:
2.1
Location:
London
Apply to:
www.rpc.co.uk/manifesto
Trainee Recruitment Team
020 3060 6000
Tower Bridge House
St Katharine's Way
London
E1W 1AA
Closing date :
31 July 2012
Sponsorship & awards:
GDL Funding: fees paid plus up to £7,000 maintenance
LPC Funding: fees paid plus up to £7,000 maintenance