Summer Vacation Scheme Attendee Review

Working in the office every day alongside a designated supervisor. Completing tasks given by that supervisor, and occasionally other members of the team. Tasks vary depending on your seat. For example, in my real estate seat, I was asked to draft a commercial lease and some ancillary documents, and produce a piece of research on perpetuities in relation to a historic lease.

It was very interesting getting to know more about how HSF Kramer is run as a business, including its key areas of development, such as AI, and its recent expansion into the US legal market. Learning about this has made me consider where I see myself in 5-10 years.

Absolutely. Working in real estate allowed me to develop my contract drafting skills, which include core skills like attention to detail. In my disputes seat, I was able to develop my analysis and critical thinking skills through working on a research task in relation to a live dispute. The experience also helped me develop my social skills, as there was a lot of networking, events, team meetings, coffees and other interactions.

The company is great. People are extremely friendly and supportive. Having said that, it is not a place where people will hold your hand. We are expected to pick things up fast and produce work to a high standard. This is a place for incredibly competent and confident people.

I really enjoyed the experience. I found it challenging but in an invigorating sort of way - I found that I was incredibly focused and driven and I was proud of the work I produced. I really enjoyed all the extra social activities and the chance it gave me to get to know fellow vac schemers and other HSF Kramer employees.

Yes