Solicitor Apprentice Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.5/10

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

I work within the legal function of my business supporting on review and drafting of contracts and giving legal advice to business colleagues.

7/10

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

Yes

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

To a moderate extent.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is an unstructured training programme with no definitive seats or secondments.

6/10

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

A moderate level of support.

7/10

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

A moderate level of support.

8/10

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

It is a required qualification needed in order to qualify as a solicitor. There are instances where it has no bearing on my role however is still needed in order to qualify to the next stage of my career.

6/10

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.)

Not really.

4/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good level of support, high level of independence, pleasant culture, decent working environment, investment in your development.

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

Being a self-starter is essential. Often adequate processes do not exist or are not optimal therefore you are required to be proactive in building your own in order to accomplish the task set.