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Trainee Solicitor Review

at RPC

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!

4.8/5 - Overview of the Role
4.4/5 - Experience & Company Culture
5/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at RPC?
I have really enjoyed my training contract at RPC. Everyone is welcoming, the work is of a very high quality and the clients are household names.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Trainee tasks include drafting applications, taking attendance notes, document review, preparing bundles, attending hearings and conference calls, drafting letters to opposing counsel and more!
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?
4/5
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?
4/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
How would you rate RPC initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate RPC CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend RPC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
RPC is a great firm at which to complete your training contract - the work is impressive, the clients are household names and the people at the firm are supportive and friendly.
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 RPC?
Make sure that you have researched the firm well before applying, tailor each answer to ensure you are specifically referring to what you know about RPC, try and attend careers fairs and insight days, and be yourself!
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