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Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.

Stand out in your application to Ashurst. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

Get Career Ready

Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.

Stand out in your application to Ashurst. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

Why complete our Job Simulation

A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Ashurst. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.

Self-paced3-4 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsintroductory

Welcome to the Ashurst Advance Job Simulation! We are so excited to have you here!

Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a history spanning almost 200 years, and clear strategy for our future growth. Ashurst Advance is the NewLaw division of the firm that works alongside Ashurst's legal experts to solve our clients' business problems through optimal efficiency, cost effectiveness and digitally innovative legal service delivery.

During this programme, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of an Ashurst team member and complete tasks that replicate the work that our Advance team does every day. You’ll learn how to shape and manage a NewLaw service delivery model for a client's lending project.

We hope this programme provides a great resource for you to up-skill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Ashurst!

Skills you will learn and practice:

Commercial Awareness

Teamwork

Project Management

Innovation

Research Skills

Communication Skills

Email Drafting

Contract Automation

Process Diagram Drafting

Attention to Detail

How it works

Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Ashurst. No live sessions, all self-paced.

Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.

Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.

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Tasks in this program

Task One: Help Your Client Plan a New Major Project

30-60 mins

Introductory

Learn about NewLaw service models and advise your client at a project kick-off meeting.

What you'll learn

NewLaw service models

What you'll do

Advise a client on a project kick-off meeting

Reviews

Over 100

5 Star Reviews

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"Although this work experience involved working on a case for a fictitious client, it felt as though I was part of the team at the Ashurst offices, actively assisting on a live matter for a real client. My practical skills and knowledge regarding smart contracts and legal project management were greatly improved. The tasks were enjoyable, and the in..."-- Student from BPP University

"As an English Literature student, I knew this program would be challenging. I have no prior experience in constructing complex flowcharts, but now feel I have a much firmer grounding in this skill. I feel, overall, that I have not only challenged myself and attempted something out of my comfort zone, but know first-hand what Ashurst Advance is, and..."-- Student from University of Oxford

"The interactive sections were really great, replicating a video call was relevant to the new working world and felt like a good insight into client relations"-- Student from University of Exeter

"Each process of the program was guided effectively. I was provided with information that gave me the sufficient background understanding that I needed to be able to complete each task. As a non-law undergraduate it is nice to have all the required information available. Additionally, the short video introductions from Ashurst Advance members makes..."-- Student from University College London, University of London

"Very up to date and a little bit different to expected. I learnt things relevant to a modern law firm that I would not necessarily cover in detail in my legal education."-- Student from The University of Law

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