Solution driven? Have you considered working for MI5

As an Intelligence Officer at MI5, your role could involve assessing or investigating threats to national security, working in our digital intelligence team, or working in one of our core policy or corporate departments. Rest assured, however, that wherever you begin your career you will play an important part in helping to safeguard our nation’s security. Every day you will be making informed decisions that help protect the country. Decision making will be part of your daily life. We expect all staff to be able to identify problems and suggest solutions. Whilst senior managers will provide guidance and support at all times, it goes without saying that you will need to demonstrate an exceptional range of abilities. More and to apply

Solicitors Work Based Learning Pilot

The SRA publishes report on the results of a two-year pilot to look at different ways of assessing competence in qualifying as a solicitor at the training contract stage. Read more

Graduate Placement Programme - Shropshire County Council

Shropshire County Council has 6 graduate placements available. They are looking for the right people, who can help drive their Transformation Programme, which is primarily concerned with putting customers and communities at the heart of everything they do. For more information and to apply

Will & Estate Planner

The role of a Will & Estate Planner is field based and is to work alongside our established Wealth Managers discussing with their clients the financial consequences of not having professionally prepared legal documents. All of our legal work is completed by our specialist legal team at Head Office. You must have a LLB(Hons) as minimum and have excellent communication skills, be very self motivated, self confident and bring flair to the business. More information and to apply

Research Analyst - CIFAS (Fraud Prevention)

CIFAS is a not-for-profit membership organisation dedicated to fighting financial crime. CIFAS operates both National Fraud and Staff Fraud Databases, with over 250 Member organisations being drawn from a wide range of sectors including financial services, telecommunications, insurance and the public sector.
You may be a recent graduate with a relevant degree, looking to build a career in this area or may be an analyst or statistician, already having gained relevant experience. Either way, you will have a proven interest in data analysis and statistics, backed up with IT skills that enable you to extract and present data sets and produce written reports based on the output. To be successful in this role, an underlying interest in fraud detection and prevention is essential. More information & to apply

Legal Assitant Keating Chambers - £25K

Keating Chambers is a leading commercial set specialising in high-profile construction, engineering, IT, telecommunications and energy related disputes which typically involve issues relating to the law of contract, tort and restitution. They are looking for a Paralegal Assisstant on a twelve month contract. For more information & to apply

Paralegal Intern - 1 Year Contract

Lewes District Council, are offering a one year internship is available for a Paralegal looking for the opportunity to undertake legal work across a wide range of local authority functions in a small but busy team.

There will be an emphasis on commercial landlord and tenant law, contract and procurement matters, but there will be scope to gain litigation & advocacy experience too. For more information and to apply

Have you thought of using your skills in enforcement?

Broxbourne Council is looking to appoint a Planning Compliance Officer to identify and regulate unauthorised developments within the Borough. The work will include investigating complaints, ensuring compliance with planning permissions and the enforcement of planning control for land use, buildings and advertisements. For more information and to apply

Start Your Career in Probation -Trainee Probation Officers

Surrey & Sussex Probation Trust are seeking to recruit graduates with a relevant degree to commence employment as a Probation Service Officer in October 2011 and to commence Probation Officer training on the Graduate Diploma in April 2012, with a view to qualifying by July 2013. Employment is offered on a fixed-term basis and those successfully completing the training will be offered the opportunity to apply for a permanent post as a Probation Officer
Those holding a relevant degree undertaken in the last 5 years can apply for the Graduate Diploma in Community Justice with a level 5 vocational qualification in Probation Practice. Applications for the Graduate Diploma are invited from those holding a good Honours degree in one of the following: Criminology; Community Justice; Criminal Justice; Police Studies; or alternatively a combined Honours degree where at least 50% of the degree is in one of the four identified titles above, and the combined element is in Social Science or Law, will also be accepted as relevant. For more information & to apply

Civil Nuclear Constabulary currently seeking Police Officer recruits.

The Civil Nuclear Constabulary, provides armed protection and security for nuclear materials, both on site and in transit. This makes it a very different police force. The constabulary is currently recruiting for the position of Police Constable. This recrutiment campaign is predominantly looking for officers to be based at Sellafield Operational Unit in Cumbria, North West of England. Closing date 30/08/11
For more information and to apply.

Building your personal brand from scratch: a guide for graduates.

When it comes to job seeking, a lot can be learnt from strong brands such as Apple, Nike and even Richard Branson about the power of positive associations and clear messages. In this Guardian article Simon Middleton author of 'Build a Brand in 30 days' explains how job seeking graduates can learn from strong brands. Read more

If you are ready to prove yourself in a fast paced, exciting and dynamic environment, READ ON!

Peugeot Citroën Retail Head Office Graduate Scheme – Coventry (£20,000 plus company car)
A three year scheme where you spend the first year in head office gaining an understanding of the strategy and processes for the group, year two working in a group of dealerships to build a broad
understanding of each of the main departments, and in your third year you will take up a suitable permanent position in one of the dealerships across the network. The closing date for applications for applicants to the Graduate scheme is 29th July
More information & to apply
International Opportunities (Salary dependant upon role and location)
For anyone with a foreign language and a desire to work in your chosen location in Europe and beyond, we also have many opportunities for individuals who may wish to join us in one of our international Group dealerships. If you are interested in anything from selling cars in France to working as a Customer Services representative in Germany, then simply upload your CV and covering letter letting us know your country of choice. More information

Clerk to Her Majesty's Judges Royal Courts of Justice HM Courts & Tribunals Service

Salary £24007 to £28000 Closing date: 5th July 2011 at 23:59
The purpose of the Judge’s Clerk is to provide first line support for an Appeal Court or High Court Judge, in London and on Circuit, by identifying ways of ensuring best use of the judge's time to enable the judge to concentrate on the delivery of justice. The Judge’s Clerk will advise and guide the judge and other members of the judiciary on aspects of court and ceremonial procedure both in London and on Circuit (obtaining information from other sources as necessary), and ensure that the judge is in the right place, at the right time, wearing the appropriate dress and with the appropriate papers (this includes court sittings and other business events/meetings).
Using your organisational skills you will be expected to efficiently manage all aspects of your Judge’s day. You will be required to make decisions regarding changing priorities as they occur, often without reference to the Judge, and to work on your own initiative. In many instances you will be the first point of contact between your Judge and others. The need for confidentiality, tact, courtesy and diplomacy is therefore paramount. More information & to apply

Interested in the Government Legal Service?

Each year, the GLS recruits approximately 20 - 30 legal trainees who wish to train and qualify as solicitors and barristers. This year the application process for the GLS Legal Trainee Scheme will open on Friday 1 July 2011. There will be approximately 20 Trainee Solicitor/Pupil Barrister posts available. Watch this space for further news

Bakewells - Graduate Recruitment

At Bakewells graduate recruitment is an ongoing process, dependent on the needs of the firm.

All graduates at Bakewells begin their career as a Legal Clerk. After working as a Legal Clerk for a minimum of 12 months and subject to satisfactory performance Legal Clerks will be offered a Training Contract.

If you are interested in applying for a graduate position follow this link, link attached.

Caseworker - Leicester Community Legal Advice Centre

The Community Legal Advice Centre in Leicester is seeking a Legal caseworker. Applications are invited from individuals interested in providing a legal advice and assistance service to the local community in Leicester, with a commitment to excellent client care.

The successful candidates can expect to assist clients with legal problems including debt, employment, family issues, housing, welfare benefits, community care and matters related to community issues.

Legal experience and completion of a qualifying law degree and Legal Practice Course are desirable but not essential.

Salary: £17,000

Closing date: 4pm on Friday 17 June 2011.

For a job description and person specification please visit the website www.howellsllp.com

Applications should be made by completing an application form. Please visit the website www.howellsllp.com.

For further information, please contact the HR Department on 0114 249 6666.