Open Day Attendee Review

by Herbert Smith Freehills

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Rating

4.8/5
  • About You
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.5
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • I thought that the Disputes Open Day was very insightful and enjoyable. The information relayed in each session helped me better understand the firm's core practices.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • I felt very valued. All staff were accommodating and ready to help.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • I received an abundance of support throughout the day and will use what I learned to form a strong basis for my future applications with the firm.

    5/5
  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I will be commencing the GDL soon so learning information on International Law and Constitutional Law in the case studies has put me in good stead. I also took notes on the recommended cases for each topic discussed and have been looking at them in greater detail post-open day.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very well structured. The sessions were well planned out and delivered in a timely manner. Participants were also given regular breaks throughout the day and great lunch too!

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Very pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. I had the chance to meet some like-minded students at the event. Staff and students were all very friendly.

    5/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • The company invested a lot in this open day. There were very useful and informative presentations, a number of partners and associates came down to talk with us, discussions during and after each session was encouraged.

    5/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • I was given a thorough insight into the role of a full-time trainee. Most sessions referred to the role of a trainee in different scenarios.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • A lot. The networking session at lunch really helped - I enjoyed talking with trainees, graduate recruitment, partners and associates.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Invaluable. I learned so much about Disputes and I went away wanting to apply for a training contract knowing that I would get the chance to sit in Disputes as it is a mandatory seat at HSF.

    3/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Yes, at lunch and throughout the day at various points.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Very good, a range of people representing the firm were present to answer questions and have insightful discussions about a range of topics.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • employees talked mostly about their probono work and extra-professional activities they were involved in.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Yes, absolutely. It's well worth attending and the team really put in a lot of effort to create an insightful and exciting day for all.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

December 2019

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