SPARK Scheme Attendee Review
at Clifford Chance
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Commercial Law
London
Review Submitted: November 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.
On the first 3 days, I attended all of the talks and did my best to contribute in workshops and ask questions. Then I did my best to complete tasks set by my supervisor. I thought that it was a really accessible scheme and that I was able to come in a non-law student without much knowledge. I learned a huge amount about practicing law, both in terms of skills and knowledge.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was really useful, I felt that the scheme gave me a hugely better understanding of how the firm worked and made me really want to be a part of their work.
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?
Yes, definitely. I learned lots more about the processes of practicing law like reviewing contracts and some of the key skills such as client communication. I also learned about different types of communication and interaction within the workplace. I thought that the scheme was great at setting expectations and teaching new skills and then giving opportunities to practice them within the workspace.
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?
It was really good, I felt very supported throughout. Every person I met at the scheme was lovely and helpful, and my supervisor was particularly great and made me feel very confident to try my best with my work. I felt completely confident that if I had any problems I could bring them to the firm and I would receive help, and it made me feel that I would be really happy working there.
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 really enjoyed it, I was very nervous before I started but I came away with a really positive impression and would have been happy if the scheme went on for longer, especially the work shadowing which was my favourite part.
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 Clifford Chance
5/5
Would you recommend Clifford Chance to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Clifford Chance
I would say the most important thing is to research the firm carefully and ensure that you understand fully its work, culture and how the firm functions as a business. It's great to meet lawyers from the firm and get an idea of what they like about the firm. I would also advise completing some of the firm's Global Virtual Internships on Forage, as a great way to get to know their work.
