Farrer & Co

A day in the life of... Jack Kahn, Apprentice

Departments to date: Human resources (ED&I); Information technology (current)

University: University of Leeds; The University of Law

Degree: LLB

9.15am: I usually arrive around this time so I can settle in before the day begins. There are over 30 people in the IT department, which makes it a fantastic team to be part of as there are always familiar faces in the office. I start my day by reviewing my calendar, flagged emails and to-do list and then plan my time accordingly.

9.30am: In my current seat, I work with multiple teams which provides me with a wide range of interesting opportunities. I primarily support the IT projects team and the IT training team, providing them with administrative support, undertaking research projects and managing internal communications. This morning, I began by using our learning management system to generate a monthly report on the IT training teams statistics. I summarise this information, extracting key themes and quotes and then circulate this to the relevant people in the department.

11.30am: I spent much of my time in my previous seat (ED&I) supporting the establishment of the firm’s new ED&I networks and committee, along with organising ED&I events. Despite moving to a new department, I still take part in ED&I initiatives through membership of Farrer REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Culture) Employee Impact Group. Recently, I have worked with colleagues to plan a Mela event in recognition of South Asian Heritage month. I arrive at the event early to assist with the final preparations and then had an opportunity myself to attend the bazaar and enjoy the fusion of traditional South Asian food, music and culture.

2.00pm: I have a meeting with one of our new interns. This was an induction meeting to discuss the responsibilities they will have in their new role.

3.00pm: Once a week, I have a meeting to catch up with my supervisor in the IT project management team. I update them with the progress I have made on the assignments I have been working on for each initiative. I particularly enjoy my work in this team as it gives me the opportunity to work with colleagues across the firm. One highlight has been working with the property department to acquire an innovative and niche piece of AI-based legal technology.

5.30pm: My supervisor and I take the train to Regent’s Park to play for the Farrers Touch Rugby team. It’s fantastic to have the opportunity to meet people from across the firm in a fun and relaxed environment. There are plenty of different sports fixtures taking place throughout the year.

About the firm

Senior partner: Jeremy Gordan

Who we are: Farrer & Co is a leading modern law firm with a distinguished history of providing expert legal advice to a diverse range of clients, both UK and international.

What we do: We advise individuals, families, businesses, financial services, educational and not-for profit organisations on every aspect of the law, wherever the need arises. From our offices in London, we work with trusted professionals around the world to deliver a seamless international service.

What we’re looking for: When selecting our future lawyers, we look for ambition, commercial awareness, discretion, clear and agile thinkers, open-minded individuals, resilience and analytical ability. Our minimum requirement at A level or equivalent is AAB.

What you’ll do: As a solicitor apprentice you will combine on-the-job training with guided, independent study and skills coaching. Four days a week will be spent working in one of our teams and one day will be allocated to study. You will work in our London office in a variety of departments including commercial, contentious, private client, property and business services.

Perks: Flexible benefits scheme, sporting teams/clubs, season ticket loan, 25 days’ holiday, group income protection, group life assurance, company doctor, subsidised yoga/pilates, subsidised gym membership, pension scheme, private medical insurance after one year, wellperson checks.

Sponsorship

All future apprentices at Farrer & Co are eligible to receive a ‘starting work bonus’ to assist with relocation costs, travel costs, lunch costs or purchasing office attire ahead of receiving first salary payment.

Farrer & Co will pay all fees relating to the Solicitor apprentice degree and Solicitors Qualifying Exam.

Seat options

Year 1 – HR and IT – (six months each); Year 2 – finance and marketing and BD – (six months each); Year 3 – legal team (one year); Year 4 – legal team (one year); Years 5 & 6 – join trainee six-seat rotation (four months each).

HR; IT; finance and risk; marketing & BD; banking FS and insolvency; charity and community; corporate; employment; IP and commercial; contentious trusts and estates; dispute resolution; family; immigration; private client; tax; commercial property; residential and secured lending; rural property.

Diversity and Inclusion