Vacation Scheme Participant Review

The scheme started with a two-day induction. During this time we networked with our fellow vac scheme participants and trainees. We attended multiple presentations which gave us an insight on the type of work the firm does, their diversity initiatives and general life at Clyde & Co. We also attended a social where we went bowling with graduate recruitment. After the induction, I sat in the insolvency department and assisted the insolvency team with their work. I mainly conducted research and drafting tasks, but I also did a presentation to the members on my team on a current legal development within insolvency case law. During the scheme, we had time to network with multiple people in the firm from trainees to partners. We were able to meet them for coffee and ask them any questions we had to get a deeper insight in the type of the work they engage in. The scheme ended with a farewell drinks event with our fellow vac schemers, supervisors and trainee buddies.

I developed my ability to network with multiple people of all different levels within a law firm. I also increased my ability to take initiative to ensure I was utilising my time on the vacation scheme to the fullest, by ensuring I was undertaking my work to a high standard, creating positive bonds with those working at the firm and being active in seeking tasks and feedback.

It was insightful to learn about the type of work I might undertake as a trainee at the firm. The culture is extremely friendly and collaborative, this encouraged my desire to train at Clyde & Co. I enjoyed finding out about the interesting nature of the work, meeting the people at the firm and seeing first hand what Clyde & Co does to remain distinct from its competitors. This cemented my motivation to pursue a training contract at the firm.

The culture is extremely friendly. There does not seem to be a hierarchy at the firm, everyone will make time to speak to you even if they are a partner. It is clear that the staff are not just co-workers, but also friends. This is due to the collaborative and supportive nature of those who work at Clyde & Co. There seems to be a good work-life balance at the firm, and partners will help ensure you protect this.

I really enjoyed meeting my fellow vac-schemers and getting an insight into Clyde & Co. The experience was invaluable. As it was my first vacation scheme, I genuinely feel like I learnt so much and this something I can utilise for future vacation schemes. The time on the scheme went extremely but I feel like I had grown as a legal professional during my time on it.

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- Work on your interview skills. - Research thoroughly into the firm so you can tailor your answers during the video interview. - Practice strength-based interview questions. - Keep your commercial awareness up-to-date. - Be friendly throughout the scheme. - Try not to let your nerves get the better of you!