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Trainee Solicitor
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Job title - Trainee Solicitor Location - London Salary - Competitive Advert post date - 3 June 2020 Advert closing date - 1 July 2020 CMS are looking to hire a Trainee Solicitor. About the role As a trainee solicitor you will learn to find solutions by investigating factual and legal issues, analysing problems and communicating the results of your research. You will also become familiar with all aspects of the role of a lawyer, completing both contentious and non-contentious work. You will gain a full understanding of the skills and practice of resolving disputes through management of files, drafting of internal notes, memos and letters. We are seeking a trainee with an international outlook and previous experience studying and working in another jurisdiction, to assist with cross-jurisdictional transactions as and when required. About you The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree, have completed study and relevant work experience, and be eligible for admission in England and Wales. They will have a strong work history, proven research and communication skills, and an awareness of commercial considerations, particularly in the context of international business transactions. About us CMS is an international law firm with market leading businesses throughout Europe, The Middle East, Asia and beyond. Ranked as the world's 6th largest law firm by lawyer headcount and 6th largest in the UK by revenue, CMS works with clients in 42 countries from 74 offices worldwide. A future facing law firm CMS is well equipped to help our clients face the future with confidence. We are driven by technology and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of delivering legal services. And we recruit, value and nurture top talent. Equal opportunities CMS is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment, to not only adhere to current employment law, but to harness the full potential of our staff and ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. To meet this aim CMS endeavours to treat all staff and job applicants equally, on the basis of merit and the ability to do their job. Everybody will be treated equally regardless of race, colour, age, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital or civil partner status, ethnic or national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, and pregnancy or maternity status ("Protected Characteristics"). For further information about CMS' diversity initiatives and programmes, please click here to view the diversity pages on our website. How to apply If you are interested please apply online. If you have any queries, please contact Sian Harrison, Early Talent Development Advisor. Please note that CMS have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.