Winter Vacation Scheme Participant Review

The Graduate Recruitment team at Allen & Overy did a fantastic job in providing a wonderful, 360 degree snapshot of life within a City law firm. From networking opportunities to other planned activities and events, everything was planned meticulously and provided a wonderful glimpse into the firm and the people whom work there. The department to which I was assigned and the buddy provided to me on day 1 - were also fantastic in ensuring I attained not only a warm welcome, but enquired daily that everything was running smoothly and that any and all work was explained in-depth. Feedback was always attainable.

Even though my insight was short (one and a half weeks) everyone I spoke to was genuinely interested in me as an individual. At no time did I feel unwelcome or undervalued.

Throughout all stages of the insight support and guidance was provided. Insight talks were provided by Graduate Recruitment and Senior Partners / Associates on a host of different topics. Support was also always on hand when it came to work provided within my department. Tasks were thoroughly explained and I was always informed that if I had any issues or queries to always just ask questions I had. This supportive culture is further entrenched as a result of the firms open-door policy.

As mentioned above, everything was meticulously organised. Every second of every day of the scheme saw me undertaking new tasks, meeting new people and socialising with the other wonderful vacation schemers.

Absolutely perfect. Everyone upon the scheme was delightful and incredibly cheery, personable and friendly. The same can be said for all others within the firm. From Senior Partners to trainees, everyone across the broad are welcoming and always on hand to help. The Graduate Recruitment team does an absolutely sterling job in welcoming you and assisting you from day one to the end.

Gaining insight within a department of the firm (albeit during an incredibly busy time) enables one to gain a very clear and rounded depiction of the roles and responsibilities of those working on a full-time basis.

A vast amount. Conversing with people from all levels of the firm (Senior Partners to trainees) allows one to properly evaluate the culture. It certainly evidenced to me that Allen & Overy has an incredibly supportive, open-minded and friendly one.

Throughout the scheme a number of networking opportunities were provided. From speed networking to trainee dinners and other such events.

Networking opportunities allow one to discuss such external activities with a number of people. From sporting activities to choir practice - Allen & Overy provides a wide spectrum of activities to get involved in.

Absolutely. I have already done so. The firm does an incredible job at ensuring that you feel like an individual from the moment you walk through the door.