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  1. Ricky

    Reed Smith - Research Questions

    Never really looked. Just look on their website and brochure etc and think how trainees should act.
  2. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Ergh, rejection from NRF for Spring VS. Applied on 20/11.
  3. Ricky

    Reed Smith - Research Questions

    SSTs are nothing like WGs. It's not really something you can practice for. Just have a think about the qualities the firm looks for in its trainees and try to be honest.
  4. Ricky

    Reed Smith - Research Questions

    The selection process is detailed here. https://www.reedsmith.com/en/careers/general/uk-selection-process There may also be a telephone interview before AC. "Due to the current Covid-19 crisis, we will be adapting the final stages of the recruitment process to ensure we keep you and our...
  5. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I don't have either WG or VI invites (yet). I know this from the Insight Day.
  6. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    You don't get an email receipt. It says that when you submit.
  7. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    You get 45 secs to prepare and 1min 30secs to answers. One motivational question and one commercial question.
  8. Ricky

    Reed Smith - Research Questions

    No. This isn't a why do you want to work at Reed Smith question. The question that shows your knowledge of the firm is the one on their core values. Got to AC last year without linking to the firm. If it flows and comes up naturally, great. Otherwise don't worry.
  9. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I think it is fine to use one position as you would have many examples of different activities within it to demonstrate different skills.
  10. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I talked about two. One in more detail than the other. I did the same last year and got to AC.
  11. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    With Bakers it means the next stage. It isn't automatic.
  12. Ricky

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    When did you all apply? I applied on 5 November.
  13. Ricky

    What are the ways you have demonstrated an entrepreneurial mindset?

    Break it down what it means to have an entrepreneurial mindset - what things does that include?. Here are some examples: https://stoppingscams.com/characteristics-of-an-entrepreneurial-mindset/...
  14. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I applied 9 November, so hopefully should find out soon!
  15. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I applied for Spring on 3/12, so hopefully shouldn't be too much longer.
  16. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    When did you both apply? Congrats!
  17. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I applied 20 November, still waiting. Shouldn't be too long I imagine. Although they are running the Winter Scheme now though.
  18. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Trying joining the group. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8944518/
  19. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    www.jobtestprep.co.uk has the most thorough guides and explanations I have seen on any site! Pricey but worth it. Can currently get a discount using a code from the Commercial Law Academy https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6744296057909342208
  20. Ricky

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Ashurst is non-rolling.

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