Investing in Cayman’s future: First class legal training – right from the start

At Ogier, we’re looking for the next generation of leaders to keep us moving forward. What we’re offering is a platform to Be Extraordinary – to collaborate across borders, to be the first to experiment with new technology, and to be a part of an international law firm that wants to do things differently.

What we’re looking for is not just technical expertise. It’s also about curiosity, teamwork and the confidence to innovate. So we’re flexible about what hours people work, where they choose to work from and what they wear – we’re much more interested in their skills, their ideas and their commitment.

If this resonates with you, get in touch. We have a number of great opportunities for students from work experience that includes vacation placements and summer internships, to training for graduates and financial support in the form of bursaries and scholarships.

Kayla Lewis - an articled clerk at Ogier, has recently completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice with distinction from Oxford Brookes University. Her ambition is to become an associate in Ogier’s Private Client and Trust team.

How is Ogier supporting your career aspirations?

Ogier is providing me with a first class legal training experience. The Articled Clerk program’s structured rotations, coupled with the firm’s collegiate atmosphere and open door policy, are preparing me for a successful legal career.

How would you describe your experience at Ogier?

My time at Ogier has been spectacular! The firm has made my training and professional growth a real priority. I have been welcomed by everyone in the team, who have readily included me on key projects, and invited me to social events.

How would you describe the Ogier culture?

At Ogier there is a real sense of unity and a strong team spirit. Everyone is working towards a common goal within a supportive and collaborative environment. The atmosphere is relaxed, yet refined. The team is made up of top-tier professionals who are positive and passionate about what they do. Combined, all of this makes the working culture at Ogier extraordinary.

Sarah Blake - an Ogier intern, is studying Sociology at the University of Bristol. She hopes to finish her undergraduate degree in three years and then enroll in a law conversion course.

How is Ogier supporting your career aspirations?

I want to pursue a career in law and Ogier gives me that experience in a law firm and what day-to-day life is like working in one.

How would you describe your experience of spending time at the firm?

I really enjoyed working at Ogier everyone was helpful and never wanted to see me fail.

How would you describe the Ogier culture?

The culture is very positive - everyone is supportive and gets along well together.

Edward Baker -  Currently studying the Legal Practice Course at BPP University in Bristol. His long-term goal is to pursue a career in law within the Cayman Islands.

How is Ogier supporting your career aspirations?

Ogier has supported my career in many ways, most recently through helping to fund my Graduate Diploma in Law and also through a series of internships from 2013 to 2018. The team has always been there to offer advice to aid my career progression.

How would you describe your experience at Ogier?

I have had the opportunity to see first-hand the type and level of work that is expected and I have obtained a better understanding of what it takes to be a successful lawyer. I have been tasked with many different and increasingly demanding responsibilities which have broadened my knowledge and understanding of many aspects of the legal profession within the Cayman Islands.

How would you describe the Ogier culture?

Ogier has a very strong client focus but still succeeds in creating an effective work environment, where there is good cohesion among the staff and a team spirit.

Ogier’s internship programme is a four-week summer placement offering training and development alongside our experienced team of legal and business services professionals.

Aimed at supporting undergraduates and postgraduates, we’re interested in students with solid, competitive academics - but we’re not just looking for grades. We want to hear from people who stand out for their ability to work in teams, with a positive approach to problem solving and clear communication skills.

We take a long-term approach to developing relationships with our Scholarship students, who receive support from us – financially and with their career.

We also take on a number of Articled Clerks each year. We are looking for the very best trainees to join us: the next generation of our firm must be collaborative and tech-savvy with strong academic achievement, and ready to drive our business forward. The program is open to Caymanians or those holding a dispensation from the Cayman Attorney General.

Ogier is committed to fostering and developing local talent. The application period for the Ogier Scholarship and Internship scheme opens on 2 January 2019 and closes on 30 April 2019.

About Ogier

Ogier is a professional services firm with the knowledge and expertise to handle the most demanding and complex transactions and provide expert, efficient and cost-effective services to all our clients. We regularly win awards for the quality of our client service, our work and our people.

Disclaimer

This client briefing has been prepared for clients and professional associates of Ogier. The information and expressions of opinion which it contains are not intended to be a comprehensive study or to provide legal advice and should not be treated as a substitute for specific advice concerning individual situations.

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