Work Experience Student Review
at Pinsent Masons LLP
Work Experience
Legal/Law
Canary Wharf
Review Submitted: October 2022
Overall Rating
4.4 /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!
4.2/5
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Overview of the Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Company Culture
Overview of the Experience
Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:
5/5
In the work experience there were a variety of activities that spanned over 4 days. It was all virtual but this was in no way an impediment to the experience- it was extremely interactive. Activities involved panel discussions, break out rooms, group debates and completing independent tasks that would be completed in a day to day routine of a working solicitor. One memorable activity was the street law workshop, where we reviewed a contract and debated on whether or not we should sign it. It was interesting using the important analytical skills and critical thinking that lawyers used, giving us a very useful and informative insight into what skills were important for a career in law.
To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?
5/5
I really enjoyed the work experience- it was extremely informative and I have come away knowing so much more about the legal sector. I am also more aware of the different practice areas of Pinsent Masons, and have come out with a much more open mind regarding legal practice areas- I am thinking of corporate, employment, litigation and banking as potential options!
How well organised was your work experience?
5/5
Extremely well organised - every activity started and ended on time. It was really helpful having a pre-made schedule as well - I was able to organise my day better. The platform Forage was very user-friendly and had many resources that we could make use of. I find it very organised and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?
5/5
It has helped a lot - I feel more confident about applying to university for a law degree. It has also opened my mind up to finding out more about law, and not limiting myself to certain practice areas. It has also allowed me to think about how I could combine law with another subject at university!
Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?
1/5
No I was not- the work experience was online and free so therefore there was no need to be paid or reimbursed. I just wanted to use the remaining words to thank all the staff who spoke to us and imparted their valuable advice - I really appreciate everything they said.
Skills Development
What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?
5/5
I learnt the importance of analytical skills and critical thinking. Reading over the contracts and drafts required extreme attention to detail, ensuring that not one clause is missed or swept over. Additionally, the need for communication is extremely important- communicating to other work experience students was so important for many tasks. Something unique to Pinsent Masons was innovation - finding new ways of sorting out a problem or coming up with a solution.
Company Culture
How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?
5/5
The panel discussion, where speakers ranged from trainees to legal directors (!) was very informative when it come to learning about Pinsent Masons specifically. I learned about the company's culture and how it was an inpiring place to work in - it was a great workspace for women, and had won numerous awards based on its values, in particular innovation.
Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?
5/5
Yes- we had lunch times where we could network with other students. Also, we had a 'meet your supervisor' session where we spoke to employees in a company. It was extremely useful to have this in a small group setting as we did not feel intimidated to ask as many questions as we liked!
Recommendations and Advice
Would you recommend Pinsent Masons LLP to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would definitely recommend Pinsent Masons to a friend because of the company's culture and values- they treat the work experience students like adults, and impart extremely useful, knowledgeable, and informative advice! I also think they are very suited to providing students with the correct information helping them with their career paths- every session was of value.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Pinsent Masons LLP?
I would say read about the company's values and take time in the application - it is important to consider what you are writing. In addition, keep an open mind and express this in your application - show that you are keen but open to all areas of law. Good luck!
