Vacation Schemer Review
at Taylor Wessing
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: June 2025
Overall Rating
4.8 /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
4.5/5
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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.
Vacation schemers get a chance to sit in one practice area each week. They are allocated tasks by their supervisor and trainee buddy, which can range from client-facing calls, drafting, and research. Alongside this, Vacation Schemers will work in groups to create a presentation to learn more about the firm.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
As the Vacation Scheme leads directly into a training contract, there is a heavy emphasis on career progression. Vacation Schemers are encouraged to learn more about the opportunities available at the firm, and to speak to a wide range of lawyers and colleagues to find out about life at Taylor Wessing.
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 enhanced my drafting skills through working on legal documents and submitting forms to regulatory authorities. I worked on writing newsletters, which enhanced my research and practical legal writing.
I also worked on my teamwork and developing relationships with my colleagues in an office environment.
I also worked on my teamwork and developing relationships with my colleagues in an office environment.
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?
Everyone at the firm is very supportive and excited to have the Vacation Schemers in. People make the time to explain tasks, have meetings with you, and invite you to social events. Teams are very egalitarian and there is very little hierarchical culture. Partners are incredibly friendly and approachable.
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?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
The insight was very enjoyable. Vacation Schemers are given a lot to do and while it is demanding, this makes the experience very rewarding. Equally, the friendly culture of the firm makes for great socialisation and communication.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
4/5
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 Taylor Wessing
5/5
Would you recommend Taylor Wessing to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Taylor Wessing
Make sure to emphasise what area you are interested in. While it is important to keep an open mind, the firm wants to know that you are enthusiastic and excited about a career at Taylor Wessing.
