To do my job, you will need to have the confidence to make decisions on the go, challenge the status quo and always have an approachable friendly attitude.
My internship was invaluable by providing me with an early opportunity to gain insights into the banking industry. This allowed me to come into the graduate program with a “head start” as I knew what to expect on day one which helped me to make the most of my time on the graduate program.
DLA puts a huge emphasis on pro bono work and there is a great range of local and international initiatives graduates can get involved in if they are interested --- One of the best things about working on pro bono matters is the autonomy available to you, and it can often lead to you meeting and working with DLA lawyers from all over the world.
I worked on a blog that is all about reducing food waste... I enjoy writing about and suggesting these sorts of recipes so that we can help reduce food waste and alleviate the cost-of-living pressures that people are going through.