Student Review

by Pinsent Masons LLP

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Rating

4.7/5
  • About You
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.8
  • Everything Else
    4.8

    About You

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

    • Thoroughly enjoyed my time at the firm, experiencing the great work and the people.

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

    • Everyone was so welcoming, I was really made to feel part of the team.

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

    • My trainee buddy was very supportive and always on hand to answer any questions; even the silly ones!

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

    • Opportunity gave me hands on experience of what to expect and the type of work undertaken as a trainee. It has given me greater confidence in my ability to pursue a legal career.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Throughout the process I was very impressed at how organised it all was and how much Graduate Recruitment regularly kept us informed of any new information surrounding our placement. I enjoyed being in the same department for the 2 weeks as gave me a greater chance to experience the work the Property Department did, and get to know people in the department.

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

    • I cannot stress how friendly, approachable and down-to-earth everyone at the firm was!

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

    • Allowed me to attend a range of department training meetings and client meetings.

    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 feel I got a very good insight into life as a Pinsent Masons Trainee

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

    • It was clear to see they are a very people focused firm

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

    • I found the Practice Presentations very useful to give an insight into other practice areas.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • I found the pay was very good, especially for a regional office

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

    • Friday night drinks were a great way to meet employees from different practice areas

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

    • There were lots of opportunities to socialise with trainees and Partners, including: Partner lunch at 'the best steak restaurant in Manchester', cocktail making and Breakout

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

    • Word of mouth and talking to employees

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

    • Definitely!!

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law, Property Management

North West

July 2015

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