Solicitor apprentice Review
at Burges Salmon LLP
Degree Apprenticeship
Legal/Law
Bristol
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Apprentices at Burges Salmon are treated very similarly to trainees. I am involved in two larger matters on an ongoing basis and I also do some work for my supervisor.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy the apprenticeship - the work is challenging and varied.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes - drafting, research, IT skills in particular
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is well structured. The firm has designed the programme structure to align with the stages of the apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Burges Salmon offers lots of support - we have our supervisors and various other contacts across the firm, we are given plenty of flexibility and study time, and we are given all the resources we need.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
BPP offers revision sessions and provides some practise papers ahead of exams. The information we receive is often confusing.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualifications I am working towards are a law degree and the SQE, both of which are needed to practice law as a solicitor. The study modules are also relevant to my role, as they cover key areas of law e.g. contract law and land law.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Yes, there are a range of extra-curriculars such as a social club and sports teams.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Burges Salmon LLP to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Burges Salmon is a great place to work. Everyone is very friendly and eager to assist in our development. Apprentices are very valued members of the team and there is a lot of support for the apprenticeship across the firm.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Burges Salmon LLP?
Really fine tune your answers to the basic questions e.g. "why law" or "why Burges Salmon". Have a look at the firm's website and read about the work we do. Make your application stand out by weaving in your personal experiences.
