SPARK scheme student Review
at Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Corporate Law
London
Review Submitted: August 2023
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
The scheme was one week. The first day consisted of talks on things such as the firm's GFM practice area, code of conduct etc. The remaining four days were mostly spent in one of CC's departments with your supervisor.
In the department, you are given work by your supervisor to complete for example reviewing and drafting agreements. You can also complete tasks that graduate recruitment had set. All the tasks I completed were challenging and engaging so are a brilliant learning opportunity.
In the department, you are given work by your supervisor to complete for example reviewing and drafting agreements. You can also complete tasks that graduate recruitment had set. All the tasks I completed were challenging and engaging so are a brilliant learning opportunity.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
The scheme gives an honest and exciting insight into what life at CC would be like. You have the opportunity to complete trainee tasks, review documents lawyers at CC work on and listen to client calls. All of these opportunities help your understanding of what a lawyer does at CC.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
Yes. I learnt how to improve my attention to detail, written communication and research skills.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
CC has a warm and inviting culture. People are willing to have chats and take the time to speak to you. I learnt that if you are someone who is willing to work hard you will right in with the firm!
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I enjoyed the scheme. It was great to have the opportunity to do real work for CC, and meet other likeminded SPARK students and lawyers at the firm. The scheme was well balanced in terms of classroom-based activities, networking opportunities, socialising and sitting in the practice area.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Clifford Chance
5/5
Would you recommend Clifford Chance to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Clifford Chance
Do as much research into the firm and have confidence in your abilities!
