Insight Review at Stephenson Harwood

The Role

Role Description

I sat in the Asset Finance department for a week and then the Corporate Funds department. Each time I carried out research for my supervisors and their teams and read and checked some key documents. I also attended a client meeting and a teleconference.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

This was a really enjoyable placement; both the work and the people were great.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Although I wasn't capable of doing complicated tasks, I still felt I was able to help and the teams were very encouraging.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The Graduate Recruitment team organised everything so well and the supervisors also looked after me well.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

There were times when I didn't have too much to do but there was always something interesting to look at in terms of documents or the internal website etc.

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Although my work was always checked, I felt I was given a good amount of responsibility considering that I was only on a 2 week placement.

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

They will be very helpful when I begin my legal career.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Very good. Everybody left their door open and there was always something social going on.

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

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Extremely well. I cannot fault the organisation.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The firm has shown a deep commitment to providing first class training and development, even apparent from just a short placement.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Company Parties/Events

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

This is difficult to judge but my chances are much better having done this placement!

Other Information

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Yes very good, and the placement students are encouraged to socialise even when there isn't an organised event to attend

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

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

Although London is expensive, the firm paid for most of the social events which saved us all a great deal.

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

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Very good, although we only experienced it a couple of times. The potential is very obvious!

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

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Yes, trainees and associates invited us to other events outside of the "organised fun"

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?

This is a great firm in which to experience life as a city lawyer. Everybody is so happy to help and answer questions that it enables you to get a really clear picture of the role and the whether the firm is right for you.

Review 29/37 for Stephenson Harwood

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