Trainee Programme
TRAINEE SOLICITOR 2021/2022
Comyn Kelleher Tobin is committed to nurturing the next generation of high-achieving talent.
With a team of more than 60 professionals across offices in Cork and Dublin, CKT is ranked in the top 25 in Ireland. Our growing firm is renowned for providing high quality training in a great atmosphere with exceptional opportunity for career development.
CKT offer expert legal advice to commercial, public sector and private clients across a range of practice areas including Litigation, Healthcare, Conveyancing, Child and Family Law, Employment, Commercial, Probate and Private Client.
OPPORTUNITY
As a Trainee Solicitor at CKT you will have the opportunity to:
- Work side-by-side with Partners, Solicitors and other trainees
- Gain practical experience across a number of different practise areas
- Get involved in regular health and wellbeing initiatives
- Become an active member of our CSR committee
- Take part in the CKT buddy system
CRITERIA
Applications for our Trainee Programme are open to those commencing PPC1. We welcome applications from those studying for their FE1s, final year students and graduates.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in becoming a Trainee Solicitor at our Cork office, send a CV and cover letter to careers@ckt.ie with “Trainee Application” in the subject line, outlining the following information:
- Academic and personal achievements
- Reasons why you would like to work at CKT
- Evidence of self-motivation, teamwork and ambition
Closing date for applications is 1st December 2020 and interviews will take place shortly after the closing date.
THOUGHTS FROM PREVIOUS TRAINEES
"The level of support and responsibility which we receive as trainees allows us to reach our full potential, both personally and professionally, and to develop the knowledge, skills and expertise necessary to meet the demands of our clients. Everyone is a valued member of the team, and a collaborative atmosphere persists at every level of the firm."
Ryan, Trainee Solicitor, BCL (Law and French), UCC
"What stood out to me when I started in CKT is that every member of staff makes you feel welcome from your very first day in the office. As a trainee in CKT, you will have the chance to work closely with Partners and Solicitors in diverse areas of law, assist with live files and get firsthand experience in a court room."
Olan, Trainee Solicitor, BCL, UCC