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Irwin Mitchell

Paralegal Review

at Irwin Mitchell

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Sheffield

Review Submitted: April 2025

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - 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
I am a serious injury Paralegal. My day involves; contacting clients, reviewing medical records, creating claim forms, reviewing disclosure documents and running my own case load.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
There is so much support and encouragment throughout the apprenticeship.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes over the two years I have developed many skills, time managment, communication, teamwork

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It was really well organised and if there were any concerns help was always there
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Support is there whenever required
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Support was there when required
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
I feel I learnt more on the job than through the apprentice 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
Yes, there is lots of social activities and team socials as well as networking events

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The firm has such high values and values you as an employee. There is so much support throughout your apprenticeship and to progress further with your career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell?
Research the firm and be confident in yourself.
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