Employability support at NLS
There are so many exciting roles to explore within the field of Law – from traditional pathways like becoming a solicitor or barrister, to opportunities in corporate law, human rights, public service, compliance, technology and environmental law.
Whatever your career aspirations, our dedicated career guidance and employability services are here to support you.
Gear up for your future
All Nottingham Law School students have access to our Employability Team, where one-to-one support is on offer to help you with job applications and career planning. You can also visit the NLS Careers content hub to gain insights on how to prepare for your future.
Alongside this support, we've curated a series of informative guides to help guide you towards your future career:
Routes to becoming a solicitor
Training to become a solicitor helps provide you with a clear career trajectory in an in-demand industry.
Routes to becoming a barrister
Training to become a barrister offers you a defined pathway into a prestigious and dynamic profession, where advocacy skills are in high demand.
Opportunities beyond traditional routes
Schemes and opportunities explained
Through a range of face-to-face and virtual opportunities, there are lots of ways to learn more about what it's like to work in law.
Career options outside of Law
During your time at NLS you'll build up a wide range of transferable skills to help you land a role within, or outside of the legal sector.