Vacation Scheme student Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

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Rating

4.8/5
  • About You
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.8
  • Everything Else
    4.8

    About You

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

    • It confirmed my interest in commercial law

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

    • The team made me feel relaxed and welcome- many people came up and chatted to me at my desk and introduced themselves throughout the 2 weeks.

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

    • Having a trainee buddy was invaluable.

    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 have developed skills which differ from those I practice in university which will aid me in a legal career in the commercial sector.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • The practice presentations each morning added structure to the week, and the work I was given was largely structured and progressive.

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

    • Everybody in the office was approachable, and I liked the freedom I had to prioritise my own work.

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

    • I felt the trainees have already developed our skill sets in unerstanding the importance of the client. The firm is clearly keen to recruit the best students it can and this process begins personal development within the firm.

    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?

    • Two weeks gives you plenty of time to assess the working environment and the workload expected in the firm.

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

    • The best way to gain insight into what it is like to work at a firm is to have a strong understanding of its culture. I was introduced to many people at different levels; the positive attitudes of the senior lawyers helped me understand that the firm's values really are incorporated into its culture.

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

    • This first-hand experience was invaluable in encouraging me to pursue a career in commercial law.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • The expenses system was efficient and accurate.

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

    • I was able to meet the trainees on a regular basis at socials, and a range of lawyers at hockey matches and office drinks. The partner lunch was valuable as it allowed me to understand what the firm is like from the most senior lawyers.

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

    • As previously mentioned, these events opened up opportunities to talk to lawyers in other practice areas to get an idea of their projects, interests and working lives.

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

    • There were plenty of sporting opportunities to become involved with- I really enjoyed participating in the hockey match. There were also drinks events, demonstrating the firms sociable nature.

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

    • To anyone interested in commercial law, this placement was invaluable experience.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

Yorkshire and Humberside

July 2013

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