worlshop participant Review

by Herbert Smith Freehills

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Rating

5/5
  • About You
    5.0
  • The Company
    5.0
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

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

    • Very enjoyable and insightful workshop. It introduced me to the commercial legal world, and I got the chance to meet many great people.

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

    • I felt valued throughout the workshop, as I got the chance to speak to associates, trainees and partners who were really keen on answering all of my questions,

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

    • I received fantastic guidance and support throughout the insight.

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

    • I feel like the workshop will be of great assistance to me during my applications for vacation schemes next year.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Extremely well structured and organised, every minute there added value to the whole experience.

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

    • All the people at HSF were very friendly and approachable.

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

    • There were two interactive workshops were I got the chance to develop my skills in negotiation and arbitration, which were quite insightful.

    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 helped me to develop an understanding of what it would be like to pursue a career at HSF.

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

    • I think the workshop was quite representative of the company culture, because we got the chance to shadow trainees and see what a day in their life is like.

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

    • It persuaded me that a career as solicitor would be the way forward for me.

    5/5

    Everything Else

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

    • All expenses were covered, including accommodation and food,.

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

    • I met members of the company from different departments and levels.

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

    • After the workshop, HSF hosted a fun and insightful event at Shoreditch for us.

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

    • Yes were informed about various activities, including sports and pro bono work.

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

    • Definitely!

    5/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Corporate Law

London

April 2019

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