What We're Looking For
Podcast from Alan Roberts, Partner with responsibility for trainees.
“Hello. My name is Alan Roberts, I am the Partner with responsibility for the Trainee Programme in A&L Goodbody. I want to give you a brief overview of what the Trainee Programme in A&L Goodbody comprises, and why we think it is the very best Trainee Programme available to you. Firstly, the way we structure our trainee programme is that when you join us you will sit in four different departments for a six month rotation each time.” Full Text of Podcast
Candidate Criteria
All applicants must be either final year degree students, post graduates or have successfully obtained a third level degree qualification.
Although a primary degree is a pre-requisite, we don’t just look for people who are academically high achievers or limit applicants to those who have studied law. We accept degrees from all disciplines. It is also important to us that you can work as part of a team, are motivated, have initiative and have clear expectations of your future. We look for candidates who are commercially aware, assertive and effective communicators, and have the personality and disposition to become a top class lawyer.
In addition, we also look for evidence of the following abilities:
- Planning & Organising
- Adaptability & Flexibility
- Problem Solving
- Commitment to Career
- Intellectual Ability