Spring Insight Scheme Review
at Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Commercial Law
London
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.9 /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
4.8/5
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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.
On the first day we were introduced to the firm with a range of different workshops. These included an introduction into the firm's business and mission, an in-depth overview of their innovative tech solutions, a hands-on pro bono case study and even a firm/art tour. On the second day we were allowed to shadow a department of our preference.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was very insightful and enjoyable. We were given tips to apply to the vacation scheme cycle and perform well in the assessment centre for next year.
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?
I learned a lot more about innovative tech solutions and gained in-depth insights into the work of a commercial law trainee.
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?
It was incredibly warm and welcoming. The company culture and atmosphere were the highlight of the scheme for me.
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?
Enjoyed it a lot. Especially appreciated the idea of a fun social at the end of day 1 to relax and get closer with the rest of the first-year scheme cohort.
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 and reimbursed expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Simmons & Simmons LLP
5/5
Would you recommend Simmons & Simmons LLP to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Simmons & Simmons LLP
Make it genuine and personable.
