Vacation Scheme Participant Review

Item: Vacation Scheme Participant at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Rating: 4.7
Author: Anonymous

at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law, Corporate Law, Commercial Law

London

Review Submitted: December 2024

Overall Rating

4.7 /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 - Overview of Experience

4.8/5 - Skills Development

4.3/5 - Company Culture

5/5 - Overall Experience

5/5 - Recommendations and Advice

Overview of Experience

Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.

Sat under a supervisor, who was a senior associate. They gave me tasks to do depending on business needs including drafting client notes, writing research notes, amending and proofing existing drafts, taking notes in client and team meetings, as well as attending some networking and educational events.

What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?

I came in with a strong understanding of the potential roles available but considerably advanced my knowledge of the business as whole. Understanding the systems in place to manage client relations, the main priorities of the business in terms of development in terms of its future as well as the main challenges it faces in the present, and the next few years improved this area of knowledge.

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?

Developed my skills in Word, Litera, and research libraries. Improved my professional writing skills in the form of client advice and research notes. Networking and presentation skills were used, improving my communication skills overall, as well as my confidence. Improved sector specific knowledge in terms of the legal industry. Advanced my commerciality, especially in regard to funds and asset management.

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?

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?

This was the strongest aspect of the experience. Everyone there was incredibly approachable from the trainees all the way up to the partners. The friendliness was apparent within individual teams but simultaneously there was a clear respect and dedication to producing quality work. Overall, it seemed that there was a balance between time for more social activities and focused work.

How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?

4/5

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?

It was very enjoyable. I enjoyed the work and tasks I was given as well as the company I was in. The projects I got to participate in were extremely interesting due to the complexity of the challenges as well as often being for interesting clients. It was interesting to learn more about the profession and the firm especially, but the most interesting part was meeting the range of characters that make the firm what it is. There is a great sense of individuality here.

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 Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

5/5

Would you recommend Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer to a friend?

Yes

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

The firm seems to value personality and individuality so be yourself! Of course, as with most city firms, there is a focus on quality, so make sure your application reflects your professional capabilities but do not be afraid to show what makes you unique and lean into it. The most significant technical advice I have is to be sure to demonstrate your motivations for the firm specifically - show that you have done some research into the firm and what appeals to you about it. Be it a recent project or a specific practice area they perform well in, just make sure it is fleshed out and genuine.

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