Apprentice Paralegal Review

by Irwin Mitchell

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am an apprentice paralegal in the transactional real estate sector meaning I do legal work in the commercial property area working with colleagues in a wide range of specialised areas including agriculture/rural and development.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have developed my organisational skills and improved my time management. I have learnt lots of new skills as part of my role.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

My programme has allowed me to consistently develop my skill set and apply my knowledge across a wide range of activities. It has been a very enjoyable experience so far.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I work Monday - Thursday and get my study day every Friday so I can allocate the appropriate time towards my academic qualifications. However I have the flexibility to change the day I study in the week if I need to.

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Everyone is welcoming and always gives you the opportunity to ask questions. My manager has been incredibly supportive and regularly makes contact to check I am okay and have the right level of work. She also offers advice with areas of my study when needed.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

I have regular meetings every 6 weeks with my coach to discuss the work and any questions I may have. She discusses with me how I am progressing through the course and gives feedback on areas of improvement.

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

My qualification has been sculpted in a way that it requires you to utilise the work you complete in your job role to identify how you comply with the requirements of the course.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

There are some social activities however these are currently reduced at the moment due to Covid restrictions and policy's but I am hopeful they will reduce in the future and allow for more social events to take place.

6/10

9a. Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They are an incredibly supportive company that value their employees and their wellbeing and they have created a safe and supportive environment to work in.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell?

Make sure you show your personality in the interview, that is what makes you unique and helps to ensure you stand out amongst other applicants.