Vacation Placement Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

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Rating

4/5
  • About You
    3.4
  • The Company
    4.1
  • Everything Else
    4.4

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • I really enjoyed my time at Pinsent Masons. My trainee buddy was very friendly and immediately welcomed me to other members of the team. I got my first choice of department in Technology, Media and Telecoms. I was constantly busy, which was great. Sometimes it was difficult when I had to prepare for my interview but was working late.

    4/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
  • Everyone gave constructive feedback an d a partner even took me for a coffee to say thank you! People went out of their way to ask me about myself and thank me for work. They sent me exaples of client letters as well.

    5/5

  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
  • My buddy constantly gave me review feedback sessions where we went through my objectives. If I ever had any queries my buddy was there.

    3/5

  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • It was great for gaining insight into the real work of a trainee. I also think it was very helpful for time management skills, as well as email etiquette and office etiquette etc.

    3/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?
  • Good. We had practice presentations every morning so we got an insight into the whole firm, and I like the fact you stay in one department the whole time so you get to know everyone and get a feel for the place.

    4/5

  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
  • Friendly and hard working.

    3/5

  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • We were constantly having presentations on what to expect as a trainee. They also obviously invested a lot into social events. I think generally they invest a lot in you and you feel really valued.

    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?
  • You get a day to day experience of what its like to be a trainee. I think this was really useful.

    5/5

  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
  • It gave you a good idea of where the company is heading and the kind of people who work there.

    4/5

  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
  • Very helpful. It confirmed my ambition to be a commercial solicitor. It also gave me an insight into lots of different practice areas within commercial law.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
  • You are really well paid and its enjoyable - what's not to love!


  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
  • Yes we were constantly given the opportunity to network with partners and associates.

    4/5

  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
  • Good. We went on several meals and lunches.

    4/5

  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
  • yes there were opportunities for football, rugby and softball.

    5/5

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

    5/5

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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Commercial Law

London

July 2015


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