Rating

8.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:
  • The programme involved a day in the Belfast Office with a series of presentations and group activities which provided an insight into the field of Law. There was also an in-person Networking lunch. This was followed by 4 days of insightful Microsoft Teams activities and information sessions.

    10/10

  • 2. What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?
  • I learnt about the formatting of legal contracts, legal terms as well as the importance of networking and the various routes into Law.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?
  • I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this work experience.

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised was your work experience?
  • Very well organised and easy to follow.

    10/10

  • 5. How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?
  • I learnt a lot about the company culture and values as well as a day in the life of a lawyer. The programme was very insightful.

    10/10

  • 6. How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?
  • This work experience was hugely beneficial in helping me establish what areas of the law I could potentially flourish in. We received webinars from sectors such as litigation, employment and energy. It was a very positive experience and an excellently structured programme.

    4/10

  • 7. Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?
  • No

    1/10

  • 8. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?
  • Yes there was an in-person Networking event in the Belfast Office and 3 virtual networking opportunities online.

    10/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • They have an excellent approach to their staff and clients. They have a positive and up to date take on our ever-changing world and its refreshing to see a commercial business with such positive and deep-rooted values.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Pinsent Masons?
  • Be yourself and arrive with a positive can do attitude. Take notes and ask questions!


Details

Work Experience

Legal/Law

Belfast

July 2022


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