Vacation Scheme Review
at Clyde & Co LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
Edinburgh
Review Submitted: July 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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Experience
4.5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
3/5
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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.
We were assigned two departments each. Every day we would meet with our supervisors and discuss the tasks we had been allocated. The firm allowed us access to their systems, so we were aiding on real cases. There were also firm wide talks and networking sessions set up. Examples of tasks include meeting notes, report writing, research tasks and writing memos on cases.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
We were given a range of opportunities to ask questions and learn about the firm. More than just about the traineeship, there were talks about the structure of the firm, strategy and the firm's position in the legal industry.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I have learnt so many new skills. We were advised on how to write in the firm style and how to be concise in our tasks. I developed my networking skills, how to meet new people, and we were encouraged to fully engage with everyone in the firm. I have learnt about the work done by Clyde as well as the practical points of litigation.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
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?
4/5
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?
The atmosphere was very friendly and welcoming. Everyone was very busy with their own tasks, but they were willing to answer any questions or help if you asked for it. All of the staff from partners to building maintenance staff welcomed us to the firm and were very approachable. The firm organised a cocktail making social and a painting social which were fun breaks from work. As summer students we felt very valued.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
4/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I very much enjoyed the insight. I felt that it was very useful for my own personal career development but also as an experience. All of the other summer students on the scheme were friendly and it was a great experience.
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 Clyde & Co LLP
3/5
Would you recommend Clyde & Co LLP to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Clyde & Co LLP
The firm values applicants as individuals, as well as workers. It is important to show your personal interest and individuality as well as academic achievement.
