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Irwin Mitchell

Insight Day Attendee Review

at Irwin Mitchell

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

Leeds

Review Submitted: June 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 - Overview of Experience
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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.
The day involved multiple informative talks on different areas of the business, all of which gave us a detailed understanding of a trainee's role within the firm. We had a talk on the firm's responsible business initiative and multiple spotlights with the firms different departments, each of which gave us a detailed understanding of their day to day operations. Alongside this we attended multiple networking events which gave us the opportunity to ask questions and understand, directly from members of the firm, what working at Irwin Mitchell is like.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
The responsible business talk was well organised and allowed time for questions meaning we left with a good understanding of why this initiative is important and how it is implemented within the firm. The spotlights were conducted in small groups in a conversational manner, which allowed us to ask a variety of questions and gain a detailed understanding of the day-to-day work of each of the legal teams we spoke to. The networking events were attended by a variety of the firm's members which gave a detailed overview of the firm from a variety of perspectives.
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 developed my networking skills throughout the event, gaining confidence and asking more questions as the day progressed. I also developed my interview preparation skills as the firm provided detailed advice on the best way to prepare for the final stage interview. Alongside this is I learnt about how responsible business works in practice and the positive impact it has on the local community.
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 very supportive, inclusive and collaborative. Each trainee I spoke with suggested that they felt they could ask any member of their team a question without feeling judged, an environment which I believe fosters trainee growth. Alongside this both partners, associates and trainees all suggested that the study day for the SQE was well respected within the firm, something which ensures that trainees are given a good environment in which to excel within these exams.
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 enjoyed every aspect of the insight day. From the moment I stepped into the office I felt as though the day was well organised and designed to ensure that attendees got the most out of the day as possible. I developed a great understanding of life at Irwin Mitchell throughout the day and enjoyed every conversation I had throughout the course of the day.
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 not paid or reimbursed expenses

Recommendations and Advice

Please rate the future employment prospects at Irwin Mitchell
5/5
Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell
Ensure that you have researched the firm thoroughly to ensure that your answers are tailored and authentic. Don't try and change yourself to become what you think the firm is looking for in candidate. Instead be your authentic self at each stage of the application to ensure that you truly are a good fit for the firm. Finally, don't be afraid to ask questions throughout the process.
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