Rating

8.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:
  • My work experience involved a mixture of presentations, group discussions, Q&As and independent activities, all to give insight and support on a potential career in Commercial Law. We also took part in a Slogan Competition, to get us thinking about the Firm's values.

    10/10

  • 2. What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?
  • I primarily learned the skills of paying attention to detail, debate and organised discussion, as well as utilising resources and insight from those experienced in the field I am interested in.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?
  • I highly enjoyed my week and I believe the co-ordinators were incredibly kind and supportive. The cohort were especially brilliant and I enjoyed being with like-minded people.

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised was your work experience?
  • Very well organised, especially the Early Talent Team. Any technical issues were solved promptly.

    9/10

  • 5. How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?
  • I learnt more than I thought I would. I believe Pinsent Masons is a highly innovative firm, and the quality of work and insight we were provided with was excellent.

    10/10

  • 6. How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?
  • It solidified my choices for the future, as well giving further information on Vac Schemes .

    10/10

  • 7. Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?
  • No, this is a work experience programme.

    1/10

  • 8. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?
  • Yes. We had a networking lunch and I got to know the other students, who were all highly-motivated and interesting people to talk to.

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend Pinsent Masons to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It is a fresh perspective on a big law firm, giving lots of insight on the collaborative culture.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Pinsent Masons?
  • Be honest yet concise on your application, and do lots of research. Make sure to proof read as well.


Details

Work Experience

Legal/Law

London

August 2021


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