Apprentice Paralegal Review
at Irwin Mitchell
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Southampton
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
3.7 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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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:
3/5
On a daily basis, I make phone calls to organisations such as the court, police and hospitals, I chase medical records, draft legal documents and assist solicitors on client matters.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy my programme and although it can be stressful at times, it is also very rewarding.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I have learnt good time management skills and knowing how to keep organised, better telephone confidence and communication, improved drafting skills and learning how to work in a pressurised environment.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
I have one study day a week so that I can complete my off the job learning and the rest of the week I complete my workplace learning. This allows me to have time to complete my study work and still assist my team during the rest of the week.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Within my role, I have monthly one to one's with my supervisor where I can bring up any concerns or go over things that have gone well within that week.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I have coaching visits with my Damar Learning Coach and these sometimes also involve my supervisor.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It provides me with the knowledge I need e.g., drafting legal documents so that I understand this more when it comes to completing the task in the workplace.
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
We do have social events and charity events e.g., charity bake sale in the office or dinner events at the end of the financial year.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good place to work, lots of support from colleagues, flexible working either from home or in the office.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell?
Make sure you understand what the role fully is before applying and think about what you want to get from the apprenticeship so you can ensure it is the best route for you.
