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Career Development
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We are committed to the continued development of all its people, recognising that their skills and experience is the main part of the firm’s assets.
The firm provides the appropriate support and learning and development opportunities but encourage everyone to take responsibility for their own development. Development is not limited to the Law Society requirement to record an appropriate number of CPD points but rather seizing all opportunities to expand knowledge and broaden the depth of technical and personal experience.
Having listened to feedback that individuals wanted to know what was expected of them in their roles together with clear guidance as to how to progress their careers, the firm has invested a significant amount of resource and money in developing a competency framework. The finished product was achieved through contributions from everyone in the firm and includes an appraisal review system.
There is a formal annual appraisal which is linked to our salary review as we believe that this is the fairest way of rewarding performance. The appraisal is an opportunity for feedback to be exchanged between the appraiser and the appraisee and from this, any development needs identified are discussed and an appropriate development plan agreed and actioned.
Alongside the annual formal appraisal, regular monthly or quarterly reviews are held to ensure objectives are still in line and to consider any appropriate support necessary.
The Training Advisor works closely with the practice area leaders, partners, fee earners and all relevant parties to ensure that all training and development initiatives meets the needs of individuals and the firm. Some examples of development support provided are: coaching, technical and soft skills training.
Recognising that absence away from work is not always convenient, we endeavour to apply creativity and flexibility in all training interventions, including offering workshops and courses outside the core part of the business day. We also recognise that training is not only class room based but that learning can be achieved through various methods.
We are developing a formal mentoring programme which provides mutual benefit to our experienced and less experienced colleagues.
Progression is achieved through merit and individual contribution is acknowledged and rewarded.
We are currently reviewing our Grading Structure to ensure that it continue to meet the needs of our people.
