Rating

9.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Sitting within the legal department. I was introduced to those who worked in various seats and was told what they encountered on a typical day.

    9/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Skills necessary for this role are similar to those needed for a career in law: specifically attention to detail and commercial awareness, amongst many others.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • Everyone was very happy and willing to help. It was interesting to understand what avenues people came about working in house.

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Marks & Spencer?
  • It seems you are certainly relied upon and seen as a real team member, as even those who have newly joined the team are trusted with work.

    9/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Followed a tight schedule that was adhered to, overall it was well organised.

    9/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • I was checked up on regularly by various individuals, those who made their faces known to myself and others, if we had any problems.

    10/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I was checked up on regularly by various individuals, those who made their faces known to myself and others, if we had any problems.

    9/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • Salary paid just covers costs of travel and accommodation in London.

    9/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • I wasn't there for long enough to give a fair evaluation. But I expect there would be an effort made to socially integrate you if so.

    9/10

  • 9. Would you recommend Marks & Spencer to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • A trusted British brand where you are able to play a direct part in the shaping of its future.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Marks & Spencer?
  • Research well, including the news and to know the main aims of M and S's future.


Details

Work Experience

Legal/Law

Central London & City

May 2017


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