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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

VMS

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Oct 16, 2023
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PFO from Freshfields. I have no more words.


does this PFO mean that we didnt clear the SJT or that they reviewed application post clearing SJT? im guessing its the former given the less timeframe they have taken to get back

Freshfields rejection post automatic SJT for direct TC app

Same, Freshfields PFO. I thought I had a great SJT, but maybe my application wasnt't up to standard. For transparency, my strongest were collaboration, resilience, and adaptability.

Freshfields PFO. Heartbroken.

Me too! I'm so sorry. Can I ask how you guys feel about the Watson Glaser Critical Thinking? Obvs that was a small part of the SJT, and I've struggled with it historically. I'm hoping that it wasn't the reason why I was rejected as I've been practising it a lot, but if it's something we all struggle with then that would make sense.
 
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BillSikes

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Feb 16, 2024
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Me too! I'm so sorry. Can I ask how you guys feel about the Watson Glaser Critical Thinking? Obvs that was a small part of the SJT, and I've struggled with it historically. I'm hoping that it wasn't the reason why I was rejected as I've been practising it a lot, but if it's something we all struggle with then that would make sense.
I’m very good at Watson Glaser. Gutted FF have added this SJT man and don’t give me the chance to score 97% again. Absolutely done me over adding this.

Unlikely to be the rejection for me - especially as the WG type elements on the SJT were the easier sections.

I probably didn’t do great on the English test.
 
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BillSikes

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Feb 16, 2024
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Freshfields PFO for direct TS as expected. Will never forgive them for adding that test. What's the point of going to open days and doing Forage if they won't even look at your app if you're not 'resilient' enough or whatever. Would have applied for a VS if I'd have known I could have avoided the stupid test that way.
What was everyone’s report feedback for FF?

I got collaboration, growth and credible communicator as strength

Personal responsibility as weakness
 

Katy12345

Distinguished Member
Jan 25, 2024
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Looking for some advice from people who have previously applied for direct TC’s in past cycles! For firms that offer VS route and TC route even if they have similar deadlines I am assuming those who applied for the TC wait a lot longer to hear back as most firms fill up VS first and then once that is done do they begin to assess those who applied for direct?

I can assume the specific firm may change the answer but just as a general idea for me thanks!
 

Mug Fan

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Dec 15, 2024
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What was everyone’s report feedback for FF?

I got collaboration, growth and credible communicator as strength

Personal responsibility as weakness
I think I got the same strengths as you (definitely collaboration and communicator), my weakness was judgement.

I’m still waiting for my PFO, or at least it doesn’t appear I was in the first batch.
 

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