Spring Vacation Scheme Review
by Clyde & Co LLP
Rating
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Skills
5.0
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Business Insight
5.0
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Culture
5.0
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Your Impressions
5.0
- 1. Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
- 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
- How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
- How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
- How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
- Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
- 3. What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
- Please rate how insightful you found the insight
- How would you rate the structure of the insight
- How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
- 4. What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
- How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
- How would you rate the networking opportunities?
- Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
- 5. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
- Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
- Please rate how your experience met your expectations
- Please rate the future employment prospects at Clyde & Co LLP
- 7. Would you recommend Clyde & Co LLP to a friend?
- 8. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Clyde & Co LLP
Overview
I was assigned a supervisor who was an associate at the firm (employment team) and he gave me tasks to complete. The tasks included legal research, drafting a policy, and writing an article. I was also able to get involved in a pro bono clinic where I heard partners giving legal advice to clients. We were also given the opportunity to attend various educational talks such as about Pro Bono in the firm.
Skills
I have developed my research and written skills. In particular, I have learnt how to write concisely and how to structure a research memo. I have also learnt how to network in a productive way, in order to gain work and connections.
Business Insight
It was extremely helpful to learn about the legal industry, the firm, and the role of trainee lawyer. It enabled me to confirm my desire to be a lawyer and to work at Clyde & Co.
Culture
The company culture was extremely warm and supportive. We were assigned a 'trainee buddy' who met with us frequently and offered advice. My buddy also made sure to introduce me to others so that I could meet members of the firm. Those higher up in the firm were also extremely friendly, and two partners took the time to have a coffee with me. In general, I felt that my ideas were valued.
Your Impressions
I really enjoyed the insight. Everyone I met was extremely kind and helpful. I felt that the culture was one I could see myself thriving in. I was also able to get involved in work that was interesting and educational. I would certainly go back.
Yes
For the interview process, I would recommend being enthusiastic and being yourself. The firm really seems to search out people who will fit well in the firm's culture. Once on the scheme, note down everything you have learnt. It will be important for the final interview and your general development. Finally, make the most out of the networking opportunities. For me, my conversations with fee-earners at the firm really gave me insight into it.
Details
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Employment Law
London
April 2022
