Paralegal Apprentice Review
at Irwin Mitchell
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Legal/Law
Cambridge, UK
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.8 /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 Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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
My role involves assessing financial assets and expenditure, reviewing balances of Deputy accounts, drafting letters to clients, actioning investment withdrawals/deposits, reviewing payroll documentation, arranging insurances, purchasing items/equipment for clients in their best interest, drafting/form completions.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy my programme; my team are all lovely and supportive and the workload is engaging and rewarding.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed my communication skills, technological skills and mathematical skills. New skills include the tasks that i have been assigned that i didn't not know how to do previously. I have also learnt a lot more about benefits and applications.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Programme is very well structured, 1 study day a week and a weekly workshop.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Excellent amount of support from my employer.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
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
Sports teams, team socials, professional networking events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Irwin Mitchell offers a genuinely supportive and inclusive working environment, with a strong focus on learning and development. I’ve found the firm to be well organised, approachable, and committed to both its people and its clients. The culture encourages asking questions, developing practical skills, and feeling part of a team, which makes it a great place to work and grow.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell?
I’d recommend researching the firm’s values and practice areas thoroughly and being able to clearly explain why they resonate with you. Showing a genuine interest in client care, collaboration, and continuous learning is important. It also helps to be yourself, ask questions, and demonstrate enthusiasm for developing both professionally and personally within the firm.
