Solicitor Apprentice Review
at Irwin Mitchell
Degree Apprenticeship
Legal/Law
Southampton
Review Submitted: March 2023
Overall Rating
4.7 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
My role involves shadowing the solicitors in my team and getting hands on with all the tasks i can help with. This involves making phone calls to clients, filing applications to court, reviewing records and sitting in meetings.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy my programme. The atmosphere is a wonderful one to work in as i have the support of my colleagues who are always ready to help and have made valuable friends in the way.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed more confidence in all aspects; public speaking, having important conversations. I have also developed my writing skills as i have drafted multiple letters. I have improved my time management skills by balancing my university studies and work.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Pretty well organised as i know what I'm doing and why. There's rarely times i feel confused in the way the programme is heading as everything such as the process is explained to me very well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive a lot of support from Irwin Mitchell as there is always training offered for things i don't understand and also my fellow apprentices and senior colleagues are always available to offer a helping hand.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
There is a lot of support if it's needed. Extra sessions on modules i don't understand or need further help in. My skills coach always gets back to me on queries i have and there is online courses which help develop my studying skills such as referencing in my university work.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
There are a lot of links between what i learn through my university studies and my daily tasks in work.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
I am part of my office's charity team and we always have events lined up in the month such as quiz nights and bake sales. They're a great opportunity to meet people i wouldn't normally work with.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are great at offering ongoing support, continuously concerned with their apprentices well-being . The work is always varying with no two days being the same and the experience gained is invaluable
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell?
I would suggest that people applying to IM showcase their best qualities and skills to demonstrate how you would be a great addition to the firm. They are looking for a display of passion in why you want to work here and evidence you'll be a great fit.
