RateMyPlacement and RateMyApprenticeship are now Higherin: Learn More

Higherin

Solicitor Apprentice Review

at CMS

Degree Apprenticeship

Legal/Law

London

Review Submitted: March 2026

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend CMS to a friend?
Yes
Why?
For trainees and solicitor apprentices, CMS provides an excellent environment for training, with supportive and approachable colleagues and plenty of opportunities to gain hands-on experience. The firm also provides a range of secondment opportunities, both with clients and internationally, allowing you to develop a broader understanding of how the law operates across different commercial and cultural contexts. Overall, it’s a great place to start your legal career and build a strong foundation.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to CMS?
Just be yourself!
In This Review
Join Now

Join the Higherin Community

Save Time

Easily add jobs from Higherin or external platforms to keep everything organised.

Personalised Alerts

Get tailored job recommendations and updates straight to your inbox.

Exclusive Features

Access tools like application tracking, deadline reminders, and saved searches.

Stay Ahead

Be the first to know about the latest opportunities and deadlines.

Completely Free

Create an account and unlock powerful features at no cost.