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At WBD, we are passionate about protecting and securing our firm's and client's information and as part of our exciting development plans, our newest opportunity sits within our Risk and Best Practice team, they're looking for an Information Security Apprentice. Someone who shares the same passion for information security and wants to learn more to succeed in the role.

Joining the Risk and Best Practice team you'll be undertaking the Level 4 Data Protection and Information Governance Apprenticeship.  You'll be supported by Shaun Wright our Information Security Analyst and will also have Alan Keith, Head of Risk Management and other team members to help guide you along your way.

What you'll be doing

There is a lot to unpack within this new role with us.  You'll be supporting the delivery and maintenance of our IS027001 programme, associated projects, policies and procedures and help us to improve our systems and controls.  You'll help co-ordinate phishing tests, get involved with incident handling and reviews, deal with subject access requests, conduct due diligence on client requirements and suppliers and provide audit support to name a few.  Once you're more comfortable in your new role, you'll be acting as a point of contact to support and deal with information security advice and offer guidance to the wider business, report on your findings and help to develop our information security risk mitigations.

You'll also provide general support and assistance to Shaun and the wider Risk and Best Practice team as well as record keeping and general admin.

What we are looking for

As we deal with large amounts of data  we need to ensure that we are keeping the firm and everyone in it, safe.  As this is an apprenticeship opportunity we're not looking for the finished article but  for someone who has a natural interest in mitigating risk and an understanding of the current and emerging information security threat landscape.. We're looking for someone who has a pro-active and pragmatic approach.   As this is a people based role we're looking for the ability to naturally build long lasting relationships with excellent written and verbal communication.  You'll need to have a strong worth ethic and determination to help us improve. You'll enjoy problem solving, analysing and using your initiative as it will be needed for a wide variety of tasks and queries.  

Ideally you will have some knowledge of ISO27001/ information security, but if not, we are in this together and will support your learning here!

To be eligible for the apprenticeship we are looking for a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above (C in the old system) as well as three A levels or equivalent at C or above.

Who are we?

A Top 100 law firm globally and Top 20 law firm in the UK, Womble Bond Dickinson has more than 400 partners and 1,000 lawyers based across 19 US cities and seven UK cities including a significant presence in London. The firm's reach also extends to Europe where it has strategic partnerships with other law firms in Germany and France.

In the UK, Womble Bond Dickinson advises in excess of 40 FTSE 350 companies, many of the largest businesses in the country, government organisations and wealthy individuals. With a focus on eleven key sectors (Energy & Natural Resources; Financial Institutions; Healthcare;  Insurance, Manufacturing;  Real Estate; Retail and Consumer; Transport, Logistics & Infrastructure; Life Sciences & Pharmaceuticals; Technology and Private Wealth) the firm's experience allows it to build strong relationships and deliver an excellent service to clients.

What makes it great to work here?

We continually work hard to create an open culture that sets us apart from other firms. Our culture gives us much more of a human feel, emphasising that we're more than just suits!  We like and make time for each other enabling us to establish professional relationships that can often become lasting friendships. 

Through our D&I initiatives we create an environment in which difference is valued.  We have a Diversity and Inclusion Group, led by our Board Sponsor, which works with our colleague networks (we currently have firm supported networks for ethnic diversity, LGBTQ+, disabilities, families, and women's career development and we're in constant dialogue with our people about how we expand our networks to better support everybody).  We encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities and sexual orientations.

As signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, it's important that our people are able to maintain healthy and happy lives, both in and out of work.  We have a number of resources and initiatives designed to support health and wellbeing, including our team of dedicated mental health first aiders.  We recognise that getting the right work life balance is a priority for all of us and we're very happy to talk flexible working, full-time or part-time working patterns.  We also recognise the challenges of relocation and post-pandemic return to the office.

And that's not all, alongside a competitive salary you'll receive a flexible benefits package so you can choose and vary the benefits that matter most to you.

Next steps

If this sounds like your next career move then please get in touch to find out more. No agencies please, we're an in-house recruitment team!

If this isn't the role for you (or the right time) why not connect with us on LinkedIn or follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@WBD_CareersUK) to keep up to date with all of our opportunities.  We also have a Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/womblebonddickinsoncareers/)