Vacation Scheme Student Review
at Linklaters
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.
I was sat with an Associate for two weeks in Dispute Resolution and two weeks in Derivatives and Structured Products. I completed tasks as assigned, as well as timetabled sessions by the Graduate Recruitment Team. Additionally, completed projects weekly.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was especially useful to learn about the firm and the roles including from an insider perspective. I was able to have conversations with employees from all different levels of the firm, and ask about their day to day life and their overall careers. The timetabled sessions were incredibly vital to improving my understanding of the firm too.
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 improved lots of my existing skills like time keeping, responsibility, working in a team and networking. Through various networking conversations I have improved and developed a keen ability to come up with relevant questions and tailor the conversation appropriately.
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?
Throughout my time, I discovered that although the different groups and different employees have their own culture, there is a common culture at the firm of kindness and approachability that is constantly shown and reflected. This was particularly apparent during networking events, as well as when I was in my seat. The discussions I had with various networks demonstrated to me the future looking stance of Linklaters.
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 very much enjoyed the insight, I was grateful for the length of it which allowed me to experience two different groups, which in turn meant two sets of work (each with their own challenges and expectations.) Both of my teams were incredibly friendly and welcoming, so I would be excited to return to the firm.
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 Linklaters
5/5
Would you recommend Linklaters to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Linklaters
I would encourage others applying to make sure that they allow their personality to shine through during the process, and that if their personality aligns with the values and culture of the firm then they will know that it is the place they are supposed to be. In terms of arriving, I would give similar advice and advise them also to do their research thoroughly to make sure they have an idea of what they want out of this.
