Rating

9.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • The morning session usually consisted of a workshop on an area of law or on the serveral stages in pursuing a career in law, led by a trainee or newly qualified lawyer. After a break we would spend the rest of the day shaowing a trainee, varying in sector, helping trainees in small ways on several cases and we were given many oppurtunities to talk to them about the profession. Over the week, we were also given a quiz to complete in spare time, with the highest score winning a prize at the end of the week.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Networking skills and people skills evovoled greatly, as for some it was the first time being so immersed in such a professional environment. Commercial awareness was also a hugely developed skill, as we were able to appreciate the differences between studying law and practising it.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoyed my placement immensely, as the other students were all friendly and we were given ample time to get to know each other before diving into the actual work. The firm was very welcoming and inclusive, it truly felt as if the trainees were happy to talk to us and help us with our responsibilities.

    10/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Pinsent Masons?
  • Extremely. I was never rushed or overlooked, and the trainees were never hesitant to involve us in their work or to elaborate and help with our jobs.

    10/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Very well organised. It was a challenging experience, and we were never left without something to do. The workshops were informative and fun, whilst the shadowing was immersive and varied.

    9/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • A lot of support was provided throughout the programme. Problems were rare or small, but when encountered the trainees were always very approachable and helpful.

    10/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • A lot of support was provided throughout the programme. Problems were rare or small, but when encountered the trainees were always very approachable and helpful, whilst the work experience organisers were never too far.

    10/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • It was a work experience programme, so no salary there. But we were extremely well taken care of and the lunch on the last day was icing on the cake.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Yes! The programme gives you a lot of advice and training on further internships and insight oppurtunities such as vacation schemes

    5/10

  • 9. Would you recommend Pinsent Masons to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It had a very good balance between fun and challenging, whilst the firm was very welcoming and I felt extremely involved in the programme. The organisation of the week was also a high point.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Pinsent Masons?
  • Learn the route well before the week starts! The small streets can get a bit confusing. Google Maps is your friend


Details

Work Experience

Legal/Law

Central London & City

March 2014


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