First Steps Programme Attendee Review
at Fieldfisher LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: April 2025
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.
Day One:
- Talks from a partner at the firm providing an overview into the firm
- Talks on ESG and Sustainability and how these are implemented - a chance to learn more about the firms pro-bono activities and other volunteering
- A chance to engage with trainees to ask any questions about life at the firm
- Talk on generations in the workplace and the difference in generational attitudes.
Day Two:
- Listen to many departments in a department roadshow - hear from Med Neg to Technology and Data
- Work with other like minded students in a pitch exercise and presentation
- Employability session
There is also the opportunity to attend an evening social in a relaxed and fun setting with members of the Fieldfisher team
- Talks from a partner at the firm providing an overview into the firm
- Talks on ESG and Sustainability and how these are implemented - a chance to learn more about the firms pro-bono activities and other volunteering
- A chance to engage with trainees to ask any questions about life at the firm
- Talk on generations in the workplace and the difference in generational attitudes.
Day Two:
- Listen to many departments in a department roadshow - hear from Med Neg to Technology and Data
- Work with other like minded students in a pitch exercise and presentation
- Employability session
There is also the opportunity to attend an evening social in a relaxed and fun setting with members of the Fieldfisher team
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
Both insightful and motivating. It provided me with a clearer picture on how each department operates and contributes to the firm's overarching strategy.
To be able to hear directly from trainees and associates helped me to see the variety of the paths available and what day-to-day life is really like.
To be able to hear directly from trainees and associates helped me to see the variety of the paths available and what day-to-day life is really like.
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?
Helped developed my commercial awareness by engaging with real client issues and understanding how legal advice aligns with the objectives of business.
Enhanced my communication skills through networking and discussions employees ranging from trainees to partners.
Learnt how to ask questions and present ideas in a thoughtful manner.
Enhanced my communication skills through networking and discussions employees ranging from trainees to partners.
Learnt how to ask questions and present ideas in a thoughtful manner.
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?
The company culture was quite unlike anything I had ever experienced before - it felt genuinely welcoming, collaborative and inclusive. All those involved in the programme were willing to answer any questions and connect with us students. It created a relaxed but still professional atmosphere.
There was a lot of emphasis placed on their work-life balance and how the firm considers and cares for the employee as a 'person'.
It was also clear the firm values individuality and diversity
There was a lot of emphasis placed on their work-life balance and how the firm considers and cares for the employee as a 'person'.
It was also clear the firm values individuality and diversity
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 thoroughly enjoyed the insight days - it was engaging, well structured and gave a genuine unfiltered feel for life at Fieldfisher. Every session was informative and helped me as a student gain insight into the firms values, work and culture.
The opportunity to connect with people across different departments made the experience personal and inspiring. As a student, opportunities like these are rare so to have these facilitated was great.
The opportunity to connect with people across different departments made the experience personal and inspiring. As a student, opportunities like these are rare so to have these facilitated was great.
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 reimbursed expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Fieldfisher LLP
5/5
Would you recommend Fieldfisher LLP to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Fieldfisher LLP
I would emphasise the importance of being yourself and letting your personality shine through - Fieldfisher really cares about you as a person and is interested in learning more about you!
Research the firm beyond the surface and consider why Fieldfisher in particular. Be genuine in your application and be prepared with thoughtful questions
Research the firm beyond the surface and consider why Fieldfisher in particular. Be genuine in your application and be prepared with thoughtful questions
