👑 “I never would’ve competed in Miss England if I hadn’t left a Magic Circle law firm.” Meet Alice Cutler, a former Magic Circle trainee turned regional commercial property solicitor ⚖️ From competing in Miss England to marathon running, discover why Alice chose to leave the City in search of a better work-life balance ⬇️ “After university, I was offered a training contract at a Magic Circle firm, but overall it was a strange experience. "I moved to London just before COVID hit, so most of work was remote. I didn't know anyone and I felt quite alone at times. "I also got an honest insight into the reality of working at this type of firm without the London office, socials and client dinners. "Instead, I was sitting in my room every day working into the early hours.” “After qualifying, I left the Magic Circle firm – people thought I was mad. "But I’ve got a long bucket list I want to tick off and when you’re in that kind of job, it’s really the only thing you can do. "Even at a regional firm, there’s a lot of expectation. I still have billable targets and demanding clients. The difference is, here you can switch off a little bit. “Since then, I’ve competed in Miss England, which was a big thing on my bucket list. I would never have had the time if I hadn’t left the Magic Circle firm. "I’ve also recently ran my first ever half marathon raising £1,000 for charity! "If there’s something you really want to do, just go for it! Be brave and take a risk: you never know what might happen." ✨ Discover more here: https://ow.ly/VRzm50SEouT
Now is the time to take risks -it won't come around again..
Hear hear! There are a amazing firms across the country which do essential and well-paid work, the big City firms have their charm but aren't the only players on the market. And congratulations in competing and the marathon! £1000 is a hefty sum to raise for a good cause.
I was talking to two young women set on working for the biggest of City firms and nothing I said about work/life balance mattered. Money and what they perceived to be kudos mattered most.
Well done , it is good to take risks or you will never really know success👍
One is a superficial beauty contest in which looks are considered everything. The other is Miss England.
My little sister was in the Miss England semi finals in 2015
Well done you!! Love the focus you’ve demonstrated, it’s very admirable - Megan Ruskin-Upright - one example to follow
Thank you, Alice, for sharing your story! 👏