Solicitor Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

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Rating

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

    About You

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

    • The overall experience was fantastic.

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

    • Summer students were made to feel part of the team and given valuable work to do.

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

    • The buddy system is extremely helpful, they are almost always available to talk to and willing to help with your tasks.

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

    • 5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

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

    • Extremely sociable but equally focused.

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

    • 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?

    • All the work assigned to us was meaningful and was shown to have a real impact on the workings of the team.

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

    • Various socials organised, as well as being sat amongst senior members of staff, meant that we attained a good understanding of the culture.

    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?

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

    • Yes, both offices interacted and work was assigned from various seats, not just the one which you are formally assigned to.

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

    • There was a firm wide BBQ, a trainee night, and a department social as well as a partner lunch.

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

    • Yes, everyone is very open and honest when socialising.

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

    • Yes it was a fantastic placement overall.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Scotland

July 2014

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