‘Raising The Bar’ at the Greater Manchester School of Law

26/06/2024

Here at the University of Bolton's Greater Manchester School of Law, we recently hosted a game-changing event called "Raising the Bar," designed to launch our students' careers in law. Read on to find out how we’re setting our students up for success.

Law Firms - Future Stars

Imagine all the leading local and regional law firms, including Keogh’s, Russell & Russell, Clyde & Co, Horwich Farrelly, Woodcock, Haworth and Nuttall, Watson Ramsbottom, and Enterprise Mobility, under one roof and sharing valuable insights.

Well, at our ‘Raising the Bar’ event, these companies didn't just show up; they brought their A-game to share insider tips and career journeys for getting ahead in the legal profession.

This event has allowed me to see this course and career from a more broad and positive perspective. I found all aspects of the event useful. - Faiza Zulficar

Custom-Made for Law Students

We’re not about one-size-fits-all solutions. Our Employer Engagement Consultant teamed up with law academics to design an event tailored to our students' needs. We handpicked the most relevant law firms and ensured each session was packed with practical, up-to-date advice.

“Using this information has allowed me to position myself on the right path for my career. The event was very impactful” – Sasha OBrien

A Day Filled with Opportunities

Workshops and panels

Students got hands-on with workshops covering CV writing, interview techniques, and personal branding. Legal professionals shared their journeys, making the sessions relatable and packed with real-world wisdom.

Keynote speeches

Legal legends took the stage, sharing insights on the latest trends and future directions in law. These talks were gold mines of information, helping students navigate the evolving job market.

“There was lots of information related to what I aspire to be along with where and how I can start. Listening to the different stories has motivated me a lot” – Raja Khan

Interactive Q&A

No boring lectures here! Each session had a lively Q&A, where students asked burning questions and got personalised advice from the experts.

“I found the talk very useful. I got to know more about what the firms wanted or looked for in applicants when recruiting” – LLM International Business Law Student

Lunch with a Side of Networking

After the formalities, we rolled out a networking lunch. Students, employers, and academics were chatting over delicious food, exchanging ideas, and forging connections. This relaxed setting was perfect for one-on-one conversations and building those all-important industry contacts.

What Employers Had to Say

“I enjoyed the event, and it was nice to meet the students and staff. It was well organised and gave plenty of time and opportunity to advertise our firm” - Russell & Russell

“It was great to present to students about our firm and what we can offer to them for future career steps and routes to qualification” - Horwich Farrelly (HF)

“Engaging with students from the university and raising our profile was helpful as they hadn’t heard about us prior to the event” - Clyde & Co

“We would love to be involved in future events like this; it was a great opportunity to work with the students” – Keogh’s

We Help Students Take Their Career by Storm

"Raising the Bar" wasn’t just an event; it was a leap forward in career readiness for our students. By bringing law firms and students together, we’re ensuring our graduates are ready to conquer the legal world with confidence and ambition! Contact us today if you’d like to find out more about how we can help you achieve career success in our inclusive, vibrant learning environment in Bolton.