First Year Workshop Participant Review

by Herbert Smith Freehills

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Rating

4.6/5
  • About You
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.5
  • Everything Else
    4.8

    About You

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

    • It was a really fun experience - never a dull moment.

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

    • Everyone was very helpful and encouraging.

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

    • During the workshops there was always a trainee/associate/partner on hand to offer help, especially when we were confused.

    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 was able to gain insight into what working at a city law firm would be like, and was able to learn more about what the corporate department in particular does. I learnt and developed negotiating skills, and was able to identify which interests were important and which were not. During the ADR workshop I was able to develop confrontational as well as reconciliatory skills.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • It was very well organised with a range of activities that were both educational and enjoyable.

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

    • It was extremely fun, I enjoyed it thoroughly

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

    • During the negotiation and ADR workshops I felt that the firm was really dedicated to educate us and develop our skills in those areas, which I found very helpful in gaining insight.

    4/5
  • 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 able to shadow a trainee which was extremely helpful as I was able to ask as many questions as I want. I was also able to learn more about what an average day with the firm is like and it was excellent.

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

    • It was very good. We were able to ask all the departments questions and during the shadowing I was able to see how people at the firm interacted with each other. During the networking event I was told about the extra curricular activities of the firm and it was nice to be told how people at the firm were sociable and friendly.

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

    • 5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • Travel expenses were reimbursed

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

    • Yes, we went to an excellent exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery which was followed by an evening of drinks and canapés at Covent Garden on the first day which was an excellent opportunity to meet a lot of trainees and partners. They also hung around during meal times which was nice since we got to speak to them after workshops and learn more about the work they do.

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

    • Very good - extremely enjoyable and not too formal so I felt very comfortable approaching and speaking to others.

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

    • Yes - was told about the choir numerous times. We were also introduced to the pro bono work that the firm engages in as well.

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

    • Yes, definitely - such a valuable experience!

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

May 2014

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