What is commercial awareness and why do I need it?
Discover what commercial awareness really means, why law firms assess it and how you can start building this essential skill today.
Event starts on Wednesday 12th August at 14:00 GMT
2026/08/12 14:00
Sponsored by:
What is commercial awareness and why do I need it?
Discover what commercial awareness really means, why law firms assess it and how you can start building this essential skill today.
Commercial awareness is one of the most important skills law firms look for, yet many candidates aren't sure what it actually means. In this session, we'll explain what commercial awareness is, why firms value it throughout the recruitment process, and how you can build it through the news, business trends and everyday experiences. You'll leave with practical tips to strengthen your commercial thinking and demonstrate it in applications and interviews.
Topics
Meet the host
University of Law
The University of Law is one of the UK's leading professional law schools, with an unrivalled reputation for innovation and excellence in legal learning. Our first-class global connections mean we're uniquely placed to help aspiring lawyers, business professionals and legal employers of all types achieve their ambitions. Our undergraduate courses in law, business, criminology, computer science and psychology have been specially designed to give you an exciting, practical academic experience, teaching you real-world skills so that you can achieve your ambitions. With our postgraduate law, business, psychology, computer science and education courses we strive to deliver outstanding academic and employment-focused education to help you hone your skills and graduate with the experience that will set you up for success.
Similar events
-
Graduated in a non-law subject? Discover the routes to becoming a qualified lawyer and how to make the transition into law.
-
Join BPP University to learn how to write CVs and cover letters that put your experience in the best light for future employers
-
-
Learn how to use AI responsibly for law firm applications, interviews and trainee tasks while keeping your own judgement, voice and critical thinking at the centre.
-
Learn how to network effectively and make industry connections that will help uplift and enhance your career
-
Discover how AI is transforming law firms, legal work and trainee roles, and learn the skills future lawyers need to stay commercially aware and career-ready.
