Early Careers Development Manager (FTC - London or Manchester)

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Early Careers Development Manager (FTC - London or Manchester), Manchester

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Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

9

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing all trainees through their training contract, working with the Training Principal on seat allocation, reviews, qualifications, and career support.
• Managing the qualification pathway via the Paralegal Academy and overseeing participants.
• Collaborating with the business and HR to develop an apprentice and early careers strategy based on feedback and data.
• Ensuring trainees are updated with firm news and managing pathways to admission.
• Reporting graduate recruitment statistics to the Management Board.
• Monitoring competitors and improving recruitment approaches.
• Organising trainee induction and qualification courses with the Learning and Development team.
• Liaising with HR and Employee Relations on issues.
• Developing trainee training programs with practice groups and Knowledge Management lawyers.
• Keeping up to date with SRA regulations and ensuring compliance, managing the relationship with the training provider for SQE.
• Managing a team of 4 members directly and one indirectly.
• Performing other related tasks as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven managerial experience in Early Careers development, preferably in legal or professional services.
• Understanding of SQE and SRA regulations is beneficial.
• Excellent client service, communication, planning, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, and respond to multiple requests.
• Strong influencing skills and ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Experience working collaboratively across departments and with external partners.

The Firm

Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm serving various sectors such as insurance, aviation, marine, construction, energy, trade, and natural resources. We operate worldwide with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, including commitments to the SBTi Net-Zero standard. Our workforce comprises 490 partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal professionals, and 5500 employees across nearly 70 offices.

Our Values

• Work as one: We are a connected team acting with a firm-first mentality.
• Excel with clients: We strive to deliver excellence centered on our clients.
• Celebrate difference: We value diversity as a driver of achievement.
• Act boldly: We embrace opportunities, take action, and learn continuously.

Business Services Competencies

We provide extensive development opportunities aligned with competencies in Technical Excellence, People and Team, Client/Stakeholder Relationships, and Service Delivery and Commercial Awareness, tailored to different levels and areas.