I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Reed Smith (London, England) in Aug 2018
Interview
The assessment day has 3 parts: a case study, an interview, and a group exercise. The interview is split into 2 parts: one based on the case study, the other one is a strength-based interview where they just fire questions at you without giving you any clarification or a chance to ask questions.
I applied online. I interviewed at Reed Smith (London, England) in May 2026
Interview
Online Virtual interview process. Given four questions to respond to within a 2 minute time period, however, there was no time limit on preparing my response. The responses are to be recorded and submitted.
I applied online. I interviewed at Reed Smith (London, England)
Interview
Online pre-recorded interview. No human interaction, so was difficult to ensure good eye contact and come across well. Questions weren’t too difficult, but it felt impersonal, and was hard to measure performance.
One of the HR people is a bit arrogant and does not care much, cannot say anything about his/her attitude on this work, and just looks not care. Future interviewees be cautious to chose to practice at the firm, the worst experience in the City,