Trainee Solicitor, Financial Industry Group at Reed Smith

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Reed Smith scores 3.8/5 based on 144 reviews.

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What is the annual salary for this role?

Starting salary: £37,000 - £39,000

Current salary: £37,000 - £39,000

What hours do you actually work, on average?

Start: 9:30

Finish: 19:45

What advice would you give to someone applying to this role?

Be yourself, but make sure you find an overlap between your personality and that of the firm. It wont be difficult since the firm is so multifaceted and is likely to have an interest in pursuits you are passionate about.

Don't just regurgitate facts about the firm. Make sure you explain how those facts are relevant to you personally and why you chose to bring those facts up in particular.

Try and meet as many trainees, associates and partners beforehand at open days and graduate recruitment events as you can and then mention that on your application form.

Try reaching out to a trainee/associate for guidance regarding the interview stage - schedule a quick phone call! They'll be flattered and you'll be helped.

Do you have any interview tips?

As above, seek guidance from current trainees. Schedule a phone call. They're all really friendly and happy to help.

In the interview, if you want tea, coffee, water, etc. do not hesitate to ask for it! If the room is too cold, do not hesitate to point that out! This is your interview and the firm respects that.

Ensure you have some well thought out questions prepared to ask at the culminatinon of the interview. If any new questions crop up in your mind during the interview, ask those too.

Needless to say, look smart so that you feel confident and come across as so. Maintain suitable eye contact and don't be scared to have a sip of water before you answer a question to ponder the answer.