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Changing career direction – Options outside of practice

This free online classroom with Q&A is aimed at solicitors across all levels of PQE considering a change of career direction outside of practice. The panel discussion will explore the main steps lawyers considering a career change need to consider. It will also discuss options outside of practice, including the pros and cons of each one.

The session will be particularly useful for those planning a return to the profession after a career break or those feeling a bit restless in their current role that are not sure what direction to take their career in next.

This online classroom and Q&A will be hosted by Husnara Begum, a former City lawyer turned career coach and business skills trainer.

Husnara will be joined by a panel of guest speakers who have successfully changed career direction, they will share insight and tips based on their personal journey.

Panel:

This online classroom was held on Thursday 10 April 2025.

What this will cover

This course will cover:

  • How to navigate a career change and key considerations
  • Non-legal jobs within law firms
  • Non-legal jobs within the legal sector
  • Leaving the legal sector completely
  • How to generate new ideas
  • Reality checking and turning ideas into action
Learning outcomes

By the end of this online classroom, you will be able to:

  • Feel inspired and more motivated about changing direction or a potential re-invention
  • Identify the key factors to consider when planning a potential career change away from legal practice
  • Explore realistic options and generate new ideas
  • Sense check and research career options
How you will learn

Course format  

This online classroom consists of the following elements:

  • A panel discussion with opportunities for interaction, delivered using Microsoft Teams
  • A dedicated Q&A

Length

The online classroom will take 90 minutes.

Free ex VAT
Type of training
CPD
Format
Recorded online classroom
Level
Introduction
Who is this for?
Solicitors
Women lawyers
Course length
90 minutes
SRA Competence
A1
C1
C2

The experts

Husnara Begum

Expert
Facilitator

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