Vacation Placement Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

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

    About You

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

    • Everyone at the firm is very welcoming and friendly. It was exciting to work together with experienced people who have a great passion for their practice, and get an insight into their daily workload.

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

    • I received quality work from the very first day and everyone was open for my ideas.

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

    • Everyone at the firm is very approachable and happy to be there if you need an answer. Having a dedicated "trainee buddy" who is always there to help you and give guidance and feedback is very useful.

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

    • The scheme prepered me well for the type of work that I as a trainee lawyer will undertake.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The firm itself is very well organised, and this is also true for the vacation scheme.

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

    • Everyone who took part on the vac scheme enjoyed the work and the atmosphere the firm has provided. The organised social events were great fun and good opportunity to get to know more about the firm.

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

    • The firm is happy to support your personal development. It contributes towards LPC fees, but helps also if you would like to deepen your knowledge outside law.

    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 got trainee responsibilities and had the oportunity to work on projects for big clients.

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

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

    • Taking part on Practice Presentations makes it easier to getting an insight into other teams daily work, it helped me to decide about the seats I would select.

    5/5

    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?

    • There were many organised events throughout the 2 week scheme. Dinners, bowling, partner lunch... where you had the opportunity to ask others in the legal profession from the trainees to the partners.

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

    • I can recommend everyone taking part on the social events, it is a good opportunity to meet new people, hear their success stories and relax after a challanging day.

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

    • On our corporate responsibility presentation we have been encoraged to take part on voluntary work to help the younger generation.

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

    • Pinsent masons is definately my first choice. Taking part on the vacation placement was an excellent experience, exceeded my expectations, I would highly recommend it!

    5/5
    Report this review

Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

North West

June 2013

View More Reviews