Alstern Solicitors is an SRA-regulated law firm based in Canary Wharf. We are a small growing firm specialising in immigration, property conveyancing, family law, wills trusts probate. We are seeking a Vietnamese-speaking student to join our Marketing and Sales team on a placement year internship. This is an ideal opportunity for a student who is passionate about marketing, confident in communication and wants to showcase their marketing experience and skillsets in the legal services sector.
This role is open only to students who are currently studying at university and whose degree includes a placement year as part of the academic programme.
You do not have experience in relation to our relevant services and needs , but we believe you could be a good fit for our firm, we may offer you a one or two-weeks work shadowing. This will allow us to further assess your suitability before making a final offer decision for your placement year.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Language: Fluent in Vietnamese with clear and neutral pronunciation; strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Sales Mindset: Able to understand client needs, recommend appropriate services, and confidently guide conversations toward conversion.
• Marketing Tools: Basic to intermediate experience using Canva, CapCut, Facebook Ads, Google Ads, or similar platforms.
• Brand Awareness: Understanding of visual branding principles and ability to support consistent brand presentation.
• Video Creation: Experience or strong interest in short-form video creation and editing for online platforms.
• Customer Service: Empathetic, attentive, and professional in client-facing interactions.
• Organisation & Initiative: Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and take initiative without close supervision.
• Team Collaboration: Willing to support colleagues and contribute positively to a professional, multicultural office environment.
• IT Proficiency: Confident using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Teams) and general digital platforms.
• Business Awareness: Interest in how law firms operate, with a desire to support growth and business development.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be currently enrolled in a UK university degree that includes a placement year.
• The placement must be formally recognised by your academic institution.
• Must be eligible to work full-time in the UK for the 12-month placement duration.
• Prior experience (min. 1 year) in sales, marketing, or a related role is preferred but not essential.

BENEFITS FOR THE CANDIDATE

• Execution Platform: You will be able to bring your creative ideas to life and make a measurable impact on business performance.
• Industry Experience: Gain valuable exposure to sales and marketing within a regulated legal environment.
• Visa Extension Opportunity: The placement may help extend your student visa, depending on your course and immigration status.
• Employability Boost: Hands-on experience in sales, branding, and digital marketing will strengthen your post-graduation prospects.
• Future Opportunity: High-performing candidates may be offered a permanent role upon completing their studies.
  Duration: 12 Months (Placement Year)
  Eligibility: Must be currently enrolled in a university degree that includes a placement year as part of the course
  Languages Required: Proficiency in both Vietnamese & English’s speaking & written
  Location: Alstern Solicitors, 30 Churchill Place, London, E14 5RE
  Type of Contract: 5 days/week
  Job Types: Full time- Internship – Placement years Apprenticeship, Graduate, Volunteer, Internship
  Working Hours: 7 hours a day from 9 am – 5 pm (1-hour lunch break)
  Salary: £23,000
  Workplace: Office-based only (no remote work)
  Note: This is an office-based role only. Applicants must be able to commute to our Canary Wharf office daily. Remote working is not available for this position.
  Candidates living in proximity to Canary Wharf are strongly encouraged to apply, as we do not cover relocation expenses.
  Please email your CV & Covering letter to HR@alsternsolicitors.co.uk
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship, Graduate, Volunteer, Internship
  Contract length: 12 months
  Pay: From £23,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Are you looking for a Marketing placement year as part of your university programme?

Location:

• Canary Wharf E14 5RE (required)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: AS/2025/02

• Assist with sales outreach to Vietnamese-speaking communities, converting leads into clients.
• Respond to enquiries and professionally manage communications across phone, email, and online platforms.
• Use the Red, Amber, Green (RAG) system to prioritise sales leads.
• Support client onboarding and ensure high-quality client service throughout the sales process.
• Promote existing and new legal services to increase visibility and generate business.
• Execute and monitor digital marketing campaigns (Google Ads, Facebook Ads, Instagram).
• Create visual content, including flyers, videos, and reels using tools like Canva and CapCut and Affinity
• Contribute to brand development and ensure consistency across digital platforms.
• Support planning and execution of marketing initiatives aligned with firm objectives.
• Collect and analyse client feedback, supporting improvements in both sales and service delivery.
• Coordinate with solicitors and internal teams to align messaging and sales objectives.
• Research market trends, client behaviour, and competitor activity to guide strategy.