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Irwin Mitchell

Paralegal Apprentice Review

at Irwin Mitchell

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Southampton

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.9 /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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My role was to assist the solicitors and fee earners within my mini team to progress and work on client cases. Day to day I contact experts, counsel, clients and other forms of personal that make up the litigation process.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I’ve really enjoyed my programme, it’s been the best near 2 years of my life so far.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I’ve learned how to deal with clients, draft long form documents and the litigation process including the statute and case law.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is welled structured, there were a few issues with the training provider regarding communication.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I received loads of support from a wide range of team members and my manger.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
There was some support but a lot was based on us as individuals which I liked.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It has given me the confidence to progress further and it has given me the knowledge and skill set to push on.
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
There are many charity events to get involved in.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The company look after you well, my team have supported me so much since I started which has helped me so much to push on my career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell?
To provide a wide range of examples of where you feel confident, college, school, external work whatever that may be as it’s best to show a range of experiences.
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