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Irwin Mitchell

Apprentice Chartered Legal Executive Review

at Irwin Mitchell

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Legal/Law

Sheffield

Review Submitted: March 2022

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!

3.5/5 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
3.8/5 - 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
I work as a paralegal. My daily role differs greatly from instructing experts, attending court hearings, liaising with clients and defendant solicitor. I am also required to review large amounts of documents, including medical records and police reports.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Although we are required to work very long hours which does impact on work / life balance there are other benefits and the team I work on are really supportive. I love the difference that we make to our client's recovery and life.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell?
A lot is expected and therefore I would only recommend Irwin Mitchell to those that want to work hard but reap the rewards.
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