About us
We attract the very best talent from all walks of life, from all over the world. We work hard to nurture that talent, and will support you to be the very best you can be. The activities developed and supported by our careers and employability team will help deepen your knowledge, enrich your experience and fast-track your development.
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Sumayyah Malna
Sumayyah is a Lecturer in Law and a practising Solicitor in the Law Clinic, where she mostly runs inquest, family, and other related cases. Prior to joining the University, Sumayyah worked in two national law firms, specialising in medical and inquest law. Working closely with the University's careers service, employers, and other colleagues in the School, Sumayyah leads on ensuring that the School's learning and extra-curricular activities enhance graduate employability and help students achieve their individual career aspirations.
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Jo Cooksley
Jo is the School's Employability Adviser, providing bespoke and tailored advice for Law students on all aspects of their career. Jo also delivers targeted events and workshops alongside support from the central Careers Service.
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Student societies and partnerships
Visit our student societies page to find out more about the work of over 10 law-related societies and partnerships, which provide opportunities for work experience, mooting and debating, visits to chambers and courts, networking events, law and non-law careers advice and more.
Working with employers
Top 5 most targeted university by top UK employers (High Fliers 2024)
Contact us
For information on Law School specific career activities please contact our Employability team on law-employability@bristol.ac.uk
You can also visit the Careers Service for support and advice on where your degree can take you.
How to get involved
We will advertise Law School and student-led opportunities in our weekly Employability Bulletin and publicise competitions on our Law School Student Employability Blog.