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The UAE, and Dubai in particular, has become the destination of choice for many lawyers looking to work overseas in a thriving and growing legal market. It offers an oasis of opportunity, attracting those looking to secure top jobs in leading firms offering great packages. Beyond the obvious professional opportunities, it boasts an exceptional lifestyle. […]
Read MoreA world of clients demands a world of expertise The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has transformed into a global business powerhouse. Fuelled by globalisation,innovation, increased media attention and a strategic location, the UAE has become a hub for international companies looking to expand. This boom has had a ripple effect, fundamentally reshaping the legal sector. […]
Read MoreAs exciting as the opportunity is to qualify, studying for the SQE or US Bar Review is an enormous undertaking. At BARBRI we understand the strain that some of our candidates experience, whether it’s balancing work, life and studies, or coping with bereavement (or birth!) while preparing for these challenging exams. We’ve gone to great […]
Read MoreAuthor: Rachel Boyle, Emerging Talent Manager at BCLP; Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the Legal Neurodiversity Network (LNN) and Founder of Nurturing Neurodivergence Our understanding of neurodiversity has advanced considerably in recent years. And it is important that employers stay ahead to get the best out of their diverse talent. One in seven people (15-20% of […]
Read MoreI took on the role of University Partnerships Director in July this year and it’s been fantastic to become part of the BARBRI Global team. BARBRI’s University Partnerships (UP) division is dedicated to supporting law schools throughout the UK and Ireland in their goal of providing the best possible employability outcomes for their students. As […]
Read MoreAuthor: Matthew Skelding, Institutional Partnerships Account Manager In the evolving landscape of legal education and qualification, students and recent graduates are faced with a new and transformed path to achieving qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales. A significant shift has occurred as the Legal Practice Course (LPC) has transitioned to the Solicitors Qualifying […]
Read MoreAuthor: Tom Armstrong, Business Development Manager. A workplace culture is a company’s DNA, and a positive culture is one that prioritises employee wellbeing, offering support at all levels. In order to foster a positive workplace culture, organisations must ensure they have policies in place to promote respect between employees, trust, empathy, and support. Many lawyers […]
Read MoreAuthor: Tom Armstrong, Business Development Manager. According to the Institute of Paralegals, there are 250,000 paralegals in the UK, with 190,000 working outside of law firms. This massive talent pool exists for many reasons, but from a lot of my conversations with individuals, many became paralegals with the intent of getting more experience to in […]
Read MoreIn a post-COVID & Brexit, flexible working, high inflation economy, companies are having to evolve their job offerings in order to capture the best talent for their teams. This evolution also comes against the backdrop of demand for higher wages and currently the ‘War on Talent’ shows no sign of abating. This is seemingly quite […]
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