Careers & Vacancies at EMW Law, Milton Keynes, Gatwick and London

CAREERS WITHOUT LIMITS

Joining EMW you will be surrounded by likeminded people, who are passionate about providing great service to our clients. You will have a great opportunity to make a valuable contribution, take ownership of your work, and be exposed to a wide variety of legal matters and expertise. As part of our team, we believe you will be part of something special.

We are striving to create a working environment where everyone reaches their full potential, where our teams are flexible, friendly and inclusive with a clear focus on growth and success.

If you are looking at a company that will dedicate time, effort and resources to your development, then don’t hesitate to contact us.

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WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR TALENTED
INDIVIDUALS TO JOIN OUR TEAM

CURRENT VACANCIES

JOIN THE TEAM AT EMW

To support you to achieve your career goals, we have a Career Development Programme where you are able to understand what steps you need to grow and achieve that next role within EMW. We want to attract exceptional people to work for us we will support you in your career aspirations and reward your achievements.

We offer hybrid working as we understand it’s beneficial for employees and helps support work-life balance.

We encourage you to work your weekly hours when you are at your best. It’s important that you can maximise your performance when work and clients demand your time.

We are committed to giving our people the time and support they need. Our flexible and family friendly policies have been written to provide support for our people when they need it most. As part of our family friendly policies EMW offers great enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package as we recognise our people’s contributions to EMW and are committed to promoting a positive wellbeing environment.

Private Medical Health

Car Share Scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Public Transport Scheme

Zest Wellbeing Hub

Employee Referral Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Perkbox / Benefits Hub

Legal Service Discount

Metlife Wellbeing Hub

Dress for Your Day

Salary Savings Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Non Contractual Leave:

3 Days off for December Shutdown

1 day off for Chosen Charity Volunteering

1 Day off for your Birthday

1 Day off for getting Married

FAQS

Yes. We aim for an inclusive recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments ahead of the recruitment process.

We would need to carry out a DBS check for all roles within EMW. This would be carried out by the Disclosure and Barring Service. This level of vetting is consistent with the statutory requirements for all influential roles across the legal sector.

For the first stage you would be invited to either a Teams or face-to-face interview, this would usually last between 45 – 60 minutes.

We will also ask you to take part in a job-specific exercise or task on the day. We will let you know in good time what it would involve so you have time to prepare.

If all goes well then you would be invited to a second interview which would will be face-to-face, this can last between 45 – 60 minutes.

If successful at the second interview, you will hear from us with an offer of employment.

If you require any adjustment to our interview process please let us know.

Always look at our website for these deadlines and general information on these schemes, which has the most recent information available.

The majority of your Training will be based at our Milton Keynes office, but on occasions you will required to visit our other office locations too.

If you have any other questions regarding our current vacancies please contact Dawn Bonarius

Our culture
and values

We passionately believe that EMW is more than just a law firm. It’s a place for passionate thinkers – thinkers that work on developing and providing our clients with solutions that are of real benefit.

This thinking underpins our values and supports our open, approachable and fun culture.

BE PART OF SOMETHING POSITIVE

Positivity is key to how we approach the way we work with each other and our clients. We all play a part in the success of EMW and whilst our roles may be different, everyone contributes to delivering great service to our clients and each other.

DELIVER WOW THROUGH SERVICE

Getting to know our clients well really helps us to understand what’s important to them and enables us to tailor our services to suit their needs. We want everyone we work with to think wow, EMW did a fantastic job.

MAKE IT FUN

We believe it’s important to share and celebrate our successes with everyone involved, whether that’s a piece of work or an event we’re hosting, we want to make it a fun and enjoyable experience. After all, we spend a lot of time at work so we don’t want it to be boring.

QUESTION THE NOW

We encourage everyone to question the way we do things, we encourage our people and our clients to speak up if they think there’s a better way.

MAKE IT SIMPLE

Our approach of giving our clients what they want and need without over-complicating things is key to keeping things simple. We won’t confuse you with legal jargon!

CAREER PROGRAMME

QUALIFIED LEGAL PROFESSIONALS

Whether you’re looking for your next challenge within one of our legal teams, then you’re in the right place. Our Legal Professionals are at the forefront of their sectors and work collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.

BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES

Keeping a business running smoothly requires a strong foundation. Our Business Support Services include Marketing, IT, Accounts, Finance, HR, Facilities and Compliance, they help us to grow and overcome challenges and play a vital role in ensuring the success of our firm.

APPRENTICESHIPS

An apprenticeship with EMW is a rewarding opportunity, where our team will support you throughout your programme. You will be able to learn and gain a professional qualification and will become equipped with the right skills and knowledge for a successful career with EMW.

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WHAT APPRENTICESHIP DO WE OFFER?

Our apprenticeships will allow you to pursue a career within the legal profession as they are accessible to everyone. We offer a variety of apprenticeships to ensure that we are recruiting the best talent and some of these include:-

IT Helpdesk Apprenticeships
Legal Business Administration Apprenticeships
Paralegal Apprenticeships
Solicitor Graduate Apprenticeships

Once you’ve completed your apprenticeship, your learning and development doesn’t stop there. We will help you to build your career at EMW to continue your career progression.

Don’t just take our word for it, look at our current employees who have undertaken an apprenticeship with EMW!

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I started EMW as an IT Helpdesk Apprentice and have progressed to an IT Helpdesk Engineer. My favourite thing about EMW is the amalgamation of work ethic, positive vibes, and flexible approach to the way we work. Everyone can make a positive impact.

Sirat, IT Helpdesk Engineer

EMW is an exceptional place to work and learn. With its dynamic and inclusive culture, EMW has created an environment that fosters growth and professional development. As an IT helpdesk apprentice, I have been fortunate to receive guidance from experienced colleagues, allowing me to enhance my skills and knowledge in the field. EMW’s commitment to its employees and clients alike has made it feel like more than just a workplace – it truly feels like a supportive family. I am proud to be a part of EMW’s journey and look forward to contributing to its continued success.

Hasan, IT Helpdesk Apprentice

Over the last few years EMW has grown in both size and into new areas. What has remained constant is the great culture and core values of the business. The Firm continues to encourage and support individual development. If you have the ambition to succeed then we will give you the support and tools to make it happen.

Ian Mabbutt, Principal

I joined EMW as a member of the facilities team and they have since sponsored me through my law qualifications. The firm offers great professional development opportunities and career progression. EMW takes pride in being flexible, friendly and fun.

Daniel Webb, Senior Legal Advisor

“Whilst we’re proud of our own awards, we’re much more proud of our people.”

Dawn Bonarius, HR Manager

I initially joined EMW as a paralegal and then completed my training with the firm. It’s true that there is a real opportunity to progress your career here. There is a hands-on approach to training which provides an opportunity to get involved with high value and complex matters.

Batuhan Bikim, Solicitor

Opportunities

Our Vacation Scheme is an excellent way to gain hands-on experience into the culture and values of EMW. You’ll gain experience as life as a Trainee Solicitor, working within an office environment and a understanding of the different sectors within a legal firm.

Our Vacation Scheme is a great opportunity for candidates who are looking to complete a Training Contract or Solicitor Graduate Apprenticeship with EMW.

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Training

Each year we welcome Trainee Solicitors who become fundamental to the success of EMW. Within the training contract you’ll be able to enjoy a high level of responsibility, collaboration and support from the start. Please read our Apprenticeship header for more information on how our Solicitor Apprenticeships work.

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INDUCTION

You’ve accepted the offer and wondering what to expect, we have an in depth induction programme for your first few weeks with EMW. Here you’ll be given an overview of how everything works within the business.

Adjusting to your new role and company can be exciting and challenging. Our buddy programme is there to help guide you in your first few weeks with us.

Process

We take steps to ensure inclusivity in our recruitment process. Candidates looking to join EMW will usually go through a number of steps, from submitting their CV, having a first and second stage interview, to completing assessments.

OUR SOCIAL SIDE

We always enjoy socialising and to enhance our culture we introduced the Out of Office club, which arranges social events, activities and competitions to embrace our collaborative environment and competitive nature! If you enjoy trips to the theatre, racing around on a go-kart, or gentle walks around historical sights, then we are the firm for you.