Sponsored by
Inside City Law
TARGETjobs is proud to work with RPC on this exclusive networking event, that provides an insight into working in law within the City. Applications are currently closed, but pre-register your details to be the first to hear about the next event
Inside City Law gives students the opportunity to discover more about a career in City Law and ask those all important questions by networking with lawyers, trainees and graduate recruiters.
Students will spend a whole day at RPC’s head office located in London overlooking The Tower of London and take part in sessions designed to reflect the application process, as well as showcasing their skills and personality. They can hear first-hand about what it is like to work in law within the City and the opportunities that are available to them in this leading firm, through networking sessions with the recruitment team, trainees and lawyers. The day will also include case study sessions where students will work with their peers in groups. These sessions are aimed at helping students to discover the skills that are necessary to work in law and apply to RPC vacation schemes.
Why should you attend?
Speak directly with trainees and lawyers and learn from their experiences
Gain insider tips from graduate recruiters on how to make your application stand out
Develop those all-important placement application skills
Participate in case studies and receive feedback on your performance
Who can apply?
- First year law students and second year non-law students who can demonstrate an interest in a career in City law, that are currently studying at university in the UK or Ireland.
- You must be able to demonstrate academic excellence.
- Additional skills gained from extracurricular activities will be viewed favourably.
Event programme
All invited students will be sent details of the event programme in advance of attending and it will run from mid-morning until the evening.
Registration
Introduction to the Legal Workplace
Welcome to RPC and @lifeinalawfirm from the trainees
Individual presentations
Break
Case study
Skills session
Event wrap up
Networking drinks
Very insightful day that not only tells you about the firm but really tells you more about yourself and where you need to develop
First year law student, University of Aberdeen
The day gave me a lot of information that was interesting and relevant to both RPC and other potential law firms too
First year law student, Bournemouth University
Extremely insightful, very friendly atmosphere and really stood me in the best possible stead for applying to RPC
First year law student, University College, London
I found the day really insightful and informative. I learnt a lot about RPC and the legal profession as well as skills I can use in other areas of life
Second year Economics and Politics student, University of Exeter
Really well structured day and very enjoyable! This has stood out from other open days I’ve attended as there are a better mix of activities
Second year History student, Kings College London
The day has been really informative and given me an invaluable insight into the working culture at RPC. The event was hosted very well and I enjoyed the skills sessions and individual presentations
First year law student, City University