When to begin the process
Every firm sets a recruitment plan each year before beginning its NQ recruitment drive.
It is always hard to predict how the NQ market will be in any given year. As a result of the post-COVID recruitment boom, 2022 was one of the busiest years on record. This resulted in increased recruitment at all levels and a particular demand for junior lawyers across all disciplines.
In 2023 there was a decrease in the level of activity, but the market nonetheless remained strong and a diverse range of opportunities were available across most disciplines.
It is always hard to predict with complete certainty when the first positions will arise and so we would recommend that you start preparing your CV as early as possible, allowing you to apply for suitable positions when they become available.
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Make contact with FWA to register as a candidate and discuss any individual queries you may have with a member of our NQ Outlook team. Click here to Register.
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We will work with you to develop the content of your CV. It must clearly communicate your experience, strengths and, as far as possible, some clues as to your personality. In addition to this, our complimentary CV Handbook has been designed to assist candidates at all levels with CV preparation. Register to obtain your copy.
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All relevant opportunities will be discussed in detail with you. If you are happy to progress with an application, we will present your CV to the relevant recruiting firms / organisations. It is important for you as a candidate to ensure that you participate in the management of your job search process, especially if you are registered with more than one recruitment consultancy – failure to do so could result in confusion and embarrassment for all concerned.
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For most NQs the best outcome is to be offered a position with your training firm. If the opportunity of an NQ position does arise within your training firm, we would certainly encourage you to consider this should it allow you to achieve your career goals and aspirations.
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If you are invited for an interview, we will assist you to prepare fully by providing you with our support tools and information, and answering any questions you may have. All our NQ candidates receive a tailor-made pre-interview pack containing valuable relevant market information retrieved from a variety of sources. Your NQ Outlook™ Consultant will also conduct detailed feedback and debriefing sessions post-interview.
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Once you have received an offer, or offers, of employment, your NQ Outlook™ Consultant will review the offer with you and liaise with the firm or organisation making the offer on your behalf.
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