School of Law and Justice Studies careers support
Careers in law, criminal justice and policing
Our dedicated Careers Team offers tailored, one-on-one support throughout your degree and beyond.
You'll have access to:
- personalised career planning and goal setting
- CV and application workshops
- mock interviews and assessment centre prep
- advice on graduate schemes, further study, and professional qualifications
- networking events and employer talks across the legal, law enforcement and justice sectors
Where our graduates go
Our graduates are making a difference in roles such as:
- solicitors and barristers
- police officers and detectives
- probation and prison officers
- legal executives and paralegals
- human rights and social justice advocates
- civil servants and policy advisors
- researchers, academics, and non-government organisation professionals
Whether you're driven by justice, advocacy, or legal expertise, we’ll help you build a career with purpose.
Real-world connections
We work closely with a wide range of organisations — locally, nationally, and internationally — to give you meaningful experience and professional insight.
Opportunities include:
- legal placements and internships with law firms, courts, and legal aid organisations
- criminal justice and policing partnerships with Merseyside Police, the National Probation Service, and third-party agencies
- community engagement through clinics, advice centres, and social justice projects
- study abroad and international experiences that broaden your legal and cultural understanding