Why is this programme different?

The Commercial Awareness Compass isn’t about overwhelming you with headlines – there are plenty of platforms for that. We’re here to help you think like a commercial lawyer. Each week, you’ll receive a clear, structured breakdown of one major story, designed to develop the mindset that law firms want to see. This programme guides you step-by-step, progressing from beginner to advanced commercial awareness.

"This resource made the approach towards commercial awareness less overwhelming"*

What will you gain?

Beginner Level: Getting Familiar with Business and Legal Basics

  • What You’ll Learn: Recognise why key business stories matter and understand fundamental terms that recruiters expect.
  • How This Helps: Each week, we’ll focus on one story, providing simple explanations of key terms and foundational insights without overwhelming you with news.

Intermediate Level: Connecting Business Events to Legal Relevance

  • What You’ll Learn: See why these issues matter to specific businesses and understand how law firms support their clients in managing these challenges.
  • How This Helps: Go deeper with insights into the legal side of commercial issues, showing how firms help clients manage risks and drive business decisions.

Advanced Level: Thinking Strategically About Business and Legal Impacts

  • What You’ll Learn: Start thinking like a commercial advisor, considering long-term impacts and proactive solutions for clients.
  • How This Helps: Learn to think strategically, anticipating client needs and understanding how legal strategy aligns with business goals.

Who's it for?

  • Anyone that’s serious about securing a training contract
  • Want to stand out in applications and interviews with genuine commercial insight
  • Are ready to move beyond news consumption and develop a legal mindset
  • Need a clear path to progress their commercial awareness from beginner to advanced
  • Recognise that commercial awareness is key to their legal career but need structured support to achieve it

Who's it for?

  • Anyone that’s serious about securing a training contract
  • Want to stand out in applications and interviews with genuine commercial insight
  • Are ready to move beyond news consumption and develop a legal mindset
  • Need a clear path to progress their commercial awareness from beginner to advanced
  • Recognise that commercial awareness is key to their legal career but need structured support to achieve it

How does it work?

Structured Progression:

Progress from beginner to advanced commercial awareness, developing a mindset that sets you apart in applications.

Weekly 30-Minute Session:

Join a guided discussion with an expert lawyer and a future trainee solicitor host, breaking down relevant stories into practical insights.

Commercial Awareness Summary:

Miss a session? We’ve got you covered – each week, you’ll receive a summary with key takeaways directly to your inbox.

"Allowed me to think critically and consider how law links to a variety of industries"*

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*User reviews of our other commercial awareness tools