Vacation Scheme Clerk Review
at Baker McKenzie
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/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 vacation scheme involved me assisting lawyers in two different departments. On a day-to-day basis, I came into the office, completed assigned tasks of various difficulty, caught up with trainees and other lawyers for a coffee break/lunch and worked on the pro bono project.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was very exciting and motivating. I learnt about the firm from presentations and by talking to trainees, associates and partners. I also learnt that the firm offers many opportunities for career progression, promotes a friendly, collaborative and inclusive culture and champions diversity. That further convinced me to pursue a career with Baker McKenzie.
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 learnt how to be proactive and take initiative when facing challenging tasks. Instead of waiting for my trainee to be free, I searched for the relevant manuals and tried to understand complex topics on my own.
I improved my attention to detail when doing document review and drafting. I also honed networking skills during socials. I further improved teamwork skills when working on the pro bono project.
I improved my attention to detail when doing document review and drafting. I also honed networking skills during socials. I further improved teamwork skills when working on the pro bono project.
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?
The culture was friendly and collaborative. Everyone was keen to help me and made time in their busy schedules to speak with me. They were genuinely interested in getting to know who I am. The firm also felt very diverse. Pro bono work and corporate social responsibility are at the core of the firm’s culture, as exemplified by the pro bono project that I undertook as part of the vacation scheme.
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 really enjoyed the vacation scheme. I felt like part of the team from day one. I got to know many people while getting insights into different practice areas. In terms of work, that ranged from admin tasks to more challenging assignments once I have proven myself capable of doing more basic things. The firm entrusts you with a lot of responsibility if you are capable and keen to learn on the job.
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 Baker McKenzie
5/5
Would you recommend Baker McKenzie to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Baker McKenzie
The key is to be yourself. There is no particular type of a Baker McKenzie lawyer.
Importantly, you should know why you would like to work at a big international firm like Baker McKenzie. You should try to research international deals and be on top of current developments in the commercial world.
Lastly, think about what skills would make a successful corporate lawyer and seek to develop them before applying.
Importantly, you should know why you would like to work at a big international firm like Baker McKenzie. You should try to research international deals and be on top of current developments in the commercial world.
Lastly, think about what skills would make a successful corporate lawyer and seek to develop them before applying.
