Spring Vacation Scheme Review
at Stephenson Harwood
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Commercial Law
London
Review Submitted: April 2022
Overall Rating
4.8 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
4/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
The two-week scheme was a highly informative and enjoyable experience. Alongside completing work for fee-earners, the scheme was neatly structured, with talks, networking events and presentations all highlights. Each day was very different, adding to the enjoyment and the depth of learning on the scheme.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
The vacation scheme provided the perfect opportunity to understand Stephenson Harwood as a business and the growth opportunities available.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
The scheme allowed me to understand the culture of Stephenson Harwood, its different practice areas, exclusive clients and what makes it so successful. I researched some new points of law and understood the firm’s technology and innovation practice. I developed my drafting, presentation and networking skills, amongst others.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The culture and general atmosphere was incredibly positive. All of the fee-earners I engaged with were enthusiastic and wanted to help me understand more about the firm and its work. Everyone at Stephenson Harwood seemed to love their job!
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I thoroughly enjoyed the insight and by the end of the scheme, I was disappointed that I had to leave. The talks and opportunities available were fantastic and the other schemers provided a collegiate environment!
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Stephenson Harwood
4/5
Would you recommend Stephenson Harwood to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Stephenson Harwood
Make sure you understand the firm’s position in the market and why you’re interested in it. Have a clear understanding as to why you want to be a commercial lawyer and an abundance of extra-curricular experience that relates to the profession. If you’re able to advocate all of this clearly and enthusiastically, then you have a good chance!
