Graduate Employers Guides - Norton Rose

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Employer Information

• Application deadline: See here for a full breakdown of application deadlines.
• Starting salaries: £35k
• Regions: London
• Industries: Law, Finance
• Website: http://www.nortonrosegraduates.com/
• Email: N/A
• Telephone: 020 7283 6000
• Address: London office:

Norton Rose LLP
3 More London Riverside
London
SE1 2AQ

What is Norton Rose?

Norton Rose is a leading international law firm, that offers full business law services to clients across the globe. Its main strengths lie in corporate finance; financial institutions; energy and infrastructure; transport; and technology; however, they pride themselves on their industry knowledge and expertise in all areas of business law. Norton Rose works closely with its clients to provide the very best support it can in every instance.

What roles are available at Norton Rose?

Lawyer

Application process for Norton Rose.

Online applications made here.

Entry requirements and type of person suited for Norton Rose.

A consistently strong academic record is essential for Norton Rose, specifically those with at least a 2:1 degree and 320 UCAS points (or equivalent). Norton Rose welcomes applications from those graduates with excellent team work and interpersonal skills, with evidence of leadership qualities and previous positions of responsibility. Previous work experience is also a requisite, though this does not have to be in an area of law. International interest - either independent travel or a second language above GCSE level is requested. Good commercial awareness, public speaking and negotiation skills are also important.

Future prospects and training at Norton Rose.

An induction programme focuses on developing graduates' financial and business skills, advocacy and communication skills and professional ethics. After induction, graduates move onto Norton Rose's training contract, which is comprised of 6 seats, basically placements in different areas of law, offering graduates the chance to pick up valuable experience from existing employees and to learn how the company operates in the industry. Alongside this, Norton Rose offers a number of courses promoting technical and management skills. International opportunities can arise.

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