Campus Ambassador in Cambridge

Number of hours: 15 hours to be completed over a 3-month period (September-December).

Degrees accepted: All.

Accepting applications from: University of Cambridge.

Ashurst are looking for someone with strong university networks to represent them on campus. If you want to gain exposure to careers in commercial law while earning alongside your studies, this could be a great opportunity for you!

Ashurst are looking for creative and outgoing students to be their Campus Ambassadors with the responsibility of hosting an event on campus and promoting their opportunities.

About the company:

Ashurst is a leading global law firm with world class capability and a prestigious international client base spanning corporates, financial institutions and governments. With more than 500 partners, 1,900 lawyers, 32 offices in 19 countries and regions, Ashurst is well-positioned to manage complex multi-jurisdictional transactions, disputes and projects. Ashurst's focus is on getting to the heart of clients' commercial goals and on striving to go beyond matters of the law to deliver practical, integrated solutions to help their clients succeed.

What is an Ashurst Brand Ambassador?

As an Ashurst brand ambassador, you’ll get an insight into commercial law and play a key role in their on-campus activities and engagement with students. You will be integral in representing Ashurst by supporting them to create a more diverse workforce and encouraging underrepresented groups to apply to their opportunities. This is a highly creative role; an Ashurst Brand Ambassador will be responsible for using their social media channels to promote the brand with out of the box thinking.

Role expectations and responsibilities:

• Organise and host an in-person event such as a ‘sip and paint’ or ‘pizza night’ at your university campus, collaborating with societies and alongside a team member from Ashurst.
• Be responsible for promotional activities such as lecture shout outs, social media promotion, society collaboration, face-to-face networking, and wider promotion at your university such as working with the careers department and other academic departments.
• Attend events organised by your university or by societies to ensure knowledge of Ashurst and their opportunities are spread far and wide across campus, thus increasing brand awareness.
• Utilise social media to drive engagement, including but not limited to hosting an Instagram takeover and creating engaging video content to discover ideal candidates.

Most importantly, you will receive regular support and feedback every step of the way and will work closely with Sanctuary Graduates throughout the campaign.

Why should you apply?

• Opportunity to represent a well-established law firm with a fantastic culture where you will make a difference.
• You’ll be empowered throughout the campaign and be encouraged to use your creativity and work collaboratively.
• Have the chance to network extensively on campus with students and academics as well as with the Ashurst team during the in-person training day in their London office.
• Impart your invaluable knowledge to those looking for a career in commercial law.
• Earn £13.85 an hour, work flexibly and manage your own time.
• Don’t forget, this looks fantastic on your CV and may aid future applications!

Who is best suited for this role?

• A clear and confident communicator.
• Meet deadlines and manage your time efficiently.
• Enthusiastic and enterprising.
• Fantastic campus connections.
• Confident in presenting/hosting an in-person event.

Application process:

• Stage 1: Upload your CV application via the Sanctuary Graduates job board.
• Stage 2: Three question pre-recorded video interview (10 minutes).
• Stage 3: If you’re shortlisted to the final stage, you will be asked to complete a psychometric test (60 mins).