CMS Academy Participant Review
at CMS
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Commercial Law
London
Review Submitted: July 2022
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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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 Business of Law week consisted of a carefully curated schedule which developed my soft skills. For example, business simulations, pitching ideas to clients, creating innovative business advice for sustainability. Also, there was the opportunity to interact with numerous different people within and outside of the firm, including partners, clients, fellow participants, and trainees. There was the opportunity to ask questions and receive invaluable advice from people who have been on their own journeys.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
The business of law week provided a great insight into the culture of CMS, without actually being in the office. The tasks throughout the week increased my understanding of the firm, and highlighted how many different roles there were within the firm outside of the fee earners.
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?
I have definitely developed my public speaking skills throughout this week. Not only was there a whole session about presenting with presence, but numerous different speakers throughout the week gave their advice on overcoming public speaking fears. On top of this, at the end of the week, we had the opportunity to pitch our ideas in the innovation den, which pushed me out of my comfort zone into presenting in front of my peers.
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
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Everyone was so lovely, welcoming, encouraging, and relatable. I did not feel judged once. Although imposter syndrome is a given for me in these situations, I found myself feeling less imposter syndrome as the week went on, and that is a direct reflection of the interactions I had with fellow participants, as well as every speaker who volunteered for the Business of Law week.
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 finished everyday looking forward to the next - I think that says it all!
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 CMS
5/5
Would you recommend CMS to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to CMS
Just be your complete self. I have heard that a lot before, and with other firms being yourself may not help. However, CMS push people to be their individual selves, and see the value in people being able to be who they are at work - it is extremely liberating.
