Trainee solicitor Review
at Macfarlanes
Graduate Scheme
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: November 2025
Overall Rating
4.6 /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 the Role
4.2/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Macfarlanes?
Macfarlanes is a great place to train, the people are very knowledgeable and supportive.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Working closely with other members of the team and learning from them.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
3/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate Macfarlanes initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
How would you rate Macfarlanes CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Macfarlanes to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great place to learn as a trainee, the people are in general very supportive and willing to take time to make sure you understand things properly and are fully involved in the work you are doing.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Macfarlanes?
Be yourself and be honest (and do lots of research) about what you want and why you want it.
