Leading Minds

WHY REGULARLY MONITORING TRAINEE PROGRESS MATTERS FOR YOUR FIRM: - Companies that implement regular performance reviews see a 14.9% lower turnover rate compared to those that do not - OrganiSations that monitor development and adjust training accordingly experience a 24% improvement in skills acquisition among trainees -  Firms with regular trainee evaluations report a 22% increase in client satisfaction scores - Organizsations with continuous feedback processes improve performance by 10% year over year - 78% of job candidates consider development opportunities a key factor when choosing an employer - Firms with stringent compliance monitoring report a 20% reduction in legal issues #trainees #competencies #LeadingMinds #lawfirms #HR #earlytalent #learninganddevelopment

How to use Leading Minds trainee competencies framework: Set Clear Development Goals - Based on the initial assessment, set clear, measurable development goals for (with) each trainee. These goals should be aligned with the competency framework and tailored to individual needs. The benefits: - Setting explicit goals helps establish clear expectations for both trainees and their supervisors. This clarity enhances accountability, as progress can be regularly reviewed and discussed. - Clear and measurable goals facilitate objective assessment of trainee progress. This helps both the trainee and the firm to track improvements, identify areas for further development, and ensure that the training is effective. - Clear development goals prepare trainees for future roles within the firm. By systematically developing required competencies, trainees are better equipped to take on more responsibilities and advance in their careers. - Trainees with specific, achievable goals are more likely to stay motivated and engaged. Clear goals provide a sense of direction and purpose, encouraging trainees to invest effort in their development. - Aligning individual goals with the firm's competency framework ensures that training efforts support the broader strategic objectives of the firm. This alignment promotes a cohesive and standardised approach to professional development. #trainees #competencies #L&D #lawfirms #leadinglawyers #futureleaders

This week we’re sharing guidance on how our new competency-led trainee programme can support your firm to overcome the common challenges with trainee development, including: - Unclear Evaluation Criteria: Unclear or subjective evaluation criteria can lead to confusion about performance expectations and areas for improvement - Disjointed Training and Development: Off-the-shelf content that’s not reflective of your overarching training and development strategy and tailored to your specific needs - Lack of Consistency Across Offices: For firms with multiple offices, inconsistent training across different locations can lead to disjointed messaging and inconsistent developmental experiences - Lack of Cultural Context: Training that’s not aligned to your firm's culture and strategic goals can undermine the development of suitable future leadership pipelines Contact Claire Williamson for more information on how to use our new trainee competencies to support junior talent development at your firm. #trainees #SQE #Learninganddevelopment #lawfirms #legalsector

As a main provider of training in the legal sector, we have spent the last 18 months working closely with early adopter firms as they prepare for their move to the SQE route to qualification. In May 2024 we ran a sector survey to get an up-to-date picture of where firms are with the SQE transition. You can download your copy of the report here: https://lnkd.in/daUq7UjK #SQE #trainees #legalsector #lawfirms #leadinglawyers #futureleaders

67% of firms in our survey reported that trainees did not take responsibility for their learning experience at the firm or develop a plan for continuous improvement. Our trainee programme supports your junior talent to start taking a more proactive role in their early-stage career progression by enabling them to: - Play an active role in seeking and utilising feedback for professional growth - Identify and engage with role-models and mentors to support career progression - Understand your firm’s career progression pathways and engage with L&D offerings - Develop strengths-based professional goals aligned to your firm’s mission and values - Undertake regular personal and professional development reviews #trainees #competencies #leadinglawyers #futuretalent #lawfirms #HR #L&D

82% of firms in our recent survey reported that trainees did not have the essential personal effectiveness and resilience skills to succeed in the sector. Our newly updated trainee programme supports the wellbeing and performance of your junior talent by supporting trainees to: - Accurately identifying and working within the scope of tasks and overarching deadlines - Constructively planning and prioritising workload - Utilising effective process management strategies - Proactively developing personal performance capacity - Learning how to navigate common workplace stressors - Increasing awareness of the firm’s internal resources and procedures to support wellbeing #trainees #lawfirm #leadinglawyers #competencies #L&D #HR

Are you in agreement with the 72% of firms in our recent report who stated that trainees did not have the knowledge and skills required of them to navigate the commercial realities of their role? In order to help your firm close this gap, in our re-designed trainee programme we explore the concept of early stage business development for junior talent, enabling your trainees to cultivate a strong personal brand and position themselves as a valuable asset with both internal and external stakeholders. The session will equip your trainees with skills to:  - Understand your firm’s legal ecosystem and how their role contributes to the firm's overall success  - Develop a strong personal brand to showcase their skills, expertise and value proposition in line with your firm's vision, mission and values - Enhance their networking and stakeholder engagement skills and build a strong professional network #traineecompetencies #leadersinlaw #talentdevelopment

In our recent survey, 87% of firms reported that trainees did not take ownership of their role in the success of working dynamics with their supervisors, team and other key stakeholders. In our newly developed competency-led trainee programme, relationship and stakeholder management forms a key part of the training. Interactive, scenario-based modules are designed to support trainees to: - Demonstrate assertiveness and initiative - Identify and manage the expectations of others within the team and the firm at large - Communicate clearly and skilfully - Utilise relevant resources and internal knowledge to produce quality output - Adapt to others preferred working/communication styles where needed - Handle difficult conversations with confidence #trainees #futureleaders #corecompetencies #leadinglawfirms

CLOSING THE JUNIOR LAWYER COMPETENCIES GAP Through our extensive work with early talent teams, trainees, supervisors and leaders, as well as our partnerships with early adopters of the SQE pathway, we have spent the last 18 months identifying what the current competency gaps are for trainees and how firms can close these gaps to ensure juniors meet the required level of competence at qualification. As a result, we have developed a new competency-led trainee programme designed to: - Reduce your firm's resourcing requirements for training needs assessments - Provide your firm with a research-based set of competencies to benchmark trainee development against - Ensure your talent pipelines are equipped with the key intrapersonal and interpersonal competencies required to navigate a client-led VUCA legal sector - Equip your junior talent with a clear understanding of the expectations on them - Support wider business objectives including adherence to SRA best practice recommendations on supporting junior talent Arrange a call with Claire Williamson to discuss this further in relation to your trainees. info@leadingmindsglobal.com https://lnkd.in/eHZpapCD #trainees #juniortalent #leadinglawyers #talentpipelines

Having previously worked with The Law Society on a number of training initiatives, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our 2024 partnership. Based on a confluence of important events and changes in the sector, including the issuing of the SRA’s workplace culture guidance, we have joined forces to bring you a suite of training aimed to support your people and firm to navigate the evolving legal landscape. This comprehensive training suite provides you with on-demand training options aimed at the key groups in your firm, from trainees and apprentices up to senior leaders and partners. To find out more about any of the options available to you, you can contact The Law Society directly on: Learning@lawsociety.org.uk #leadersinlaw #culture #lawfirms #training #development