Vacation Scheme Student Review
at Clyde & Co LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: June 2021
Overall Rating
4.5 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Experience
4.8/5
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Skills Development
4.5/5
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Company Culture
4/5
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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 two week vacation scheme revolved around networking, lectures from department members and undertaking actual work for the department I was sitting in. Time spent on these activities was split roughly 33% on each. The work was stimulating, ranging from administrative tasks to bundling, sector reports and legal memorandums. We also had two socials, which were fun.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was fascinating to learn more about day to day life in a law firm and what the work involves. I particularly enjoyed speaking to Partners at the firm about the job from their perspective and the opportunities a career in law can afford you.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
4/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
Yes, I developed my communication, time management and networking skills. I also learnt how to undertake legal research and write a sector report from a legal perspective. I think I improved as a candidate through the scheme and the expansion of these 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?
4/5
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
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The culture and atmosphere were fantastic. Everyone I met, from Grad Rec to trainees to Partners, was welcoming and enthusiastic, and no one hesitated to offer me their time and advice. I couldn’t have left with a better impression of 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?
4/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I massively enjoyed the vacation scheme. While it was challenging, the people at the firm made sure that it was fun, engaging and worthwhile at the same time.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Clyde & Co LLP
5/5
Would you recommend Clyde & Co LLP to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Clyde & Co LLP
Focus on a commercial mindset and a positive attitude.
