Careers

Why choose a career at Read Hope Phillips?

Read Hope Phillips offers you a challenging and rewarding environment within which to practice law and enhance your skills. Because the firm enjoys access to the same high level work of its larger competitors, you can expect to have access to such work earlier in your career than is usually the case in a larger environment. Aside from superior work, you will enjoy access to a supportive culture and senior commercial and litigation practitioners.

what qualities do I need to succeed at read hope phillips?

Aside from the necessary legal skills, to succeed at Read Hope Phillips you need to have at least the following characteristics:

  • the ability to communicate effectively with your fellow lawyers and clients in an open and honest fashion
  • the ability to work within a team
  • the willingness to take instructions from multiple sources
  • the ability to manage your time and to deliver on time
  • the ability to know your limits and willingness to ask for help
  • the willingness to work hard when required
  • situational awareness in respect of your own practice, the firm’s activities and the wider business environment.

What support is provided to junior lawyers at Read Hope Phillips?

Read Hope Phillips has put in place education and mentorship programmes to provide support to junior lawyers in the firm. Aside from this, you will always work on a matter under the supervision of a director who is available to give you immediate feedback on your work. Regular review assessments are conducted during the year.

what can I expect to be paid at read hope phillips?

Read Hope Phillips pays market related salaries based on your level of experience. Superb performance is recognised and rewarded. Additional benefits are also provided at the firm’s expense.

How will my performance be measured at Read Hope Phillips?

All contributions to the firm are recognised, including fees generated, marketing efforts, administrative time and community initiatives.

Recruitment

Read Hope Phillips is always on the lookout for talented lawyers. You can submit your CV online by clicking the 'submit CV' button at the top left of this page, browsing to your CV on your computer and uploading it. Should you not hear from us within ten days, you may assume your application has not been successful. 

Read Hope Phillips is an equal opportunity employer.