Open Day Attendee Review

by A&O Shearman

Best Student Employer

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Rating

3.9/5
  • About You
    3.5
  • The Company
    3.8
  • Everything Else
    4.3

    About You

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

    • Itnwas only a day long but gave a brilliant insight into all aspects of the firm, including leisure, food, and the culture of the firm

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Everyone was so approachable and the graduate team learned my name straight away so it seemed that they cared amongst all the people there

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

    • The presentations were very helpful and staff and trainees alike were there to answer any queries whatsoever

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

    • The negotiation skills exercise was fantastic and so helpful, both during my degree, as well as what I plan on doing when I finish in the commercial environment

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Timing was very well thought out and not too much time was spent on any of the activities. It gave me a taste into everything the firm has to offer and I remained engaged with the content throughout

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

    • Everyone was welcoming and even though it was a stressful environment, everyone seemed to have time if you approached them.

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

    • The activities provided did this, however it was slightly limited due to time constraints

    3/5
  • 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?

    • Work shadowing in particular helped me understand this. Having the tour and seeing people in their offices was a great help in realising this also

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • It showed people 'off record' and how they work. Being inside the building showed me the strong branding and belief in the firm name

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

    • 3/5

    Everything Else

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

    • A very simple process and they were happy to reimburse all expenses

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

    • Networking lunch and 'speed dating' with some of the main departments

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

    • Very insightful, however many times I had little opportunity to ask my questions, though they were answered in general by other people

    3/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • The tour showed us the gym and the trainee told me all about their sporting opportunities and pro bono work

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Such a fantastic opportunity, even if you're not sure if an international, or even a City law firm is for you. I was in this mindset before, but now I would definitely like to work here

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Banking, Legal/Law

London

June 2014

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