Insight Review at Nabarro

The Role

Role Description

Working in a specific department for three works, doing research and helping to prepare cases for court.

1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The work was genuine trainee work, which meant that my role was valued by lawyers and secretaries throughout the firm.

2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I felt like I fitted in immediately. The people at Nabarro make you feel welcome from the outset, and have a real respect for your skills and your input.

3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The Recruitment team was always on call to help, and did so with a smile. The supervisors were always keen to help and wanted to make sure we got the most out of the placement.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was constantly busy, and if the work was slightly lacking then I was able to ask my supervisor for work and there was always more to do. My enthusiasm was met with gratitude.

5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I was given more responsibility than I expected, and was sent away to do proper work and research that had effects on the wider work of the firm. I was left to my own devices, but always had help when I needed it.

6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The skills were extremely valuable, and have helped me in my later legal career.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The staff in the office work hard but also play hard. The socials were great, and they clearly value the importance of taking breaks from work.

8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The Grad Recruitment team were amazing, and I was really impressed with their ability to organise so many people in such a short space of time!

9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The firm invested in me enormously, and is still investing. They work very hard to make sure you get the most out of the placement and in return they get a lot out of you.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

• Company Parties/Events

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

They offered me a Training Contract, which I was very happy to accept.

Other Information

12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The staff were always keen to get us down to the pub, which will always be a good thing in my book.

13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Holborn is quite expensive, but the money from the firm is good.

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Sam Smith's pubs are always handy!

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I worked in pro bono and also played cricket for the firm. Thoroughly enjoyable.

In addition to these questions, is there any extra information you would like to leave about your experiences on your work placement that other students may be interested in?

Nabarro is a fantastic firm and anyone interested in a legal degree should apply.

Review 75/87 for Nabarro

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