1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

- In a certain task where I am involved in updating the team on opportunities, keeping a record of opportunities we have pursued. - Working with numerous interfaces (internal and external). - Creating bundles on an online database (inc. indexes). - Drafting (emails, involvement with contracts etc.). - Research (legal or non legal).

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

- I constantly develop on my communication skills (orally and in writing). - Organisation skills. - Using my judgement and adjusting my approach for certain tasks/ situations. - Working with online databases. - Drafting and legal research. - I have been in a position to teach others what I know/ do.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I wouldn't change it for anything.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well, I am pleased with it.

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Amazing support from everyone. I am very happy.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

We receive good support and guidance. Quick replies too.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

This helps a lot and I have been in situations where I have applied what I learnt, to work, but this all depends on the department you are in.

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

You name it and they most likely have/ do it. Very good stuff from the firm.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Burges Salmon to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I would not see myself anywhere else. Everything about the firm is great, the work life, the support, the qualities of Burges Salmon, what we want to achieve as a firm...everything. I am proud of that.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Burges Salmon?

Be yourself. It is a pleasure to be at the firm I am at and it is amazing to be working here.

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