Paralegal Review

by Shoosmiths

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Rating

4.6/5
  • About You
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.5
  • Everything Else
    4.5

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • My week insight was a fantastic experience into a whole new area of law which I had no experience. The amount of information and scope I was given to learn was unprecedented.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Incredibly. Everything I did I was thanked for - even if not along the lines they were wanting but it was expected as I was learning.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • As much as I wanted and needed.

    5/5
  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • This has given me the drive and insight into the corporate legal world and has directed my career.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Some parts were set and and some were flexible which was the perfect combination.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Very friendly, approachable, fun yet serious and intense in the legal work.

    5/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Very much so, I have now been offered a training contract.

    5/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • It gave more insight into working on the other side of the firm. Private and Corporate.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • As I am already an employee, I knew the firms culture in the office I was based, but working in another office hightlighted how the culture runs throughout all offices.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Content varied and I was given the opportunity to see the content of other departments which has helped me focus on my career path.

    4/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • Great policy and very much appreciated.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Yes, a lunch was arranged and otehr people in the office made an effort to come and see me.

    4/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Very friendly and informative.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Yes, sportds, charity and social events.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Very much so.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

South East

August 2016

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