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  1. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I appreciate your perspective and the reasoning behind it, and while I see the value in gaining work experience to fill gaps in a CV, I think that taking any job, regardless of its relevance to your career aspirations is not necessarily the best course of action. I would say that if you're not...
  2. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I know how frustrating it is getting a report instead of a call! And it’s the main reason why didn’t know where to improve exactly after my winter vac scheme AC with HSF - i talked with someone and they had the same exact report and everything seemed okay 🤦🏻‍♀️ Honestly, after going through...
  3. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I think do whatever makes you feel comfortable and confident! Someone mentioned going to the AC with a green blazer and getting the TC, so I think it really doesn’t matter if you feel confident I generally stick to black & grey because I wouldn’t feel very comfortable standing out But it’s...
  4. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    M&S is my favourite for this🥰 especially because they have different lengths for tailored trousers
  5. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Same - got the same email 🥺
  6. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    RPC post-AC PFO I dedicated a month to research those firms in depth. Obviously a first-class law degree and experience are not sufficient for a two-week programme. I've decided to halt my efforts in pursuing further applications. The pattern has become all too familiar: no matter how far I...
  7. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    The final date available for scheduling my AC was February 20th, but I'm not sure if they've already reached capacity for that date or if they plan to organise a second set of ACs
  8. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    It appears that my weakness has consistently been the case study interviews, though I believe I managed to navigate the one for HL quite well. Conversely, the situational interview was challenging since it was a new experience for me. I aimed for a structured approach, yet found myself rambling...
  9. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hogan Lovells rejection post-AC😭 I don’t know what’s wrong with me Despite my best efforts, it seems like I consistently struggle to advance past this particular stage in the recruitment process. Every time, I go in feeling prepared and come out thinking I've done okay, only to be met with...
  10. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Sameee, can’t find their application hub and check the status of my application lol
  11. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    HL?
  12. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Reed Smith PFO
  13. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Okay so I didn’t get the call and I see a pattern here that I don’t like 😭 Here's the thing: had HSF and Macfarlanes ACs on Tuesday, they called successful candidates on Thursday, and then—plot twist—sent me a PFO on Friday. Someone, please, I'm begging, find me a wizard, a genie, or a...
  14. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Not me thinking the “ partner” at a different law firm asked you that question🤣🤣🤣🤣
  15. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    So basically I had the RPC AC last week (31st Jan) They mentioned that there are four ACs in total🤔 They explained that decisions on offers would be made in mid-February. This is because RPC assesses candidates collectively across all ACs rather than offering positions on a rolling basis after...
  16. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hogan Lovells please call meeee
  17. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    HAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH literally, me when I practice recording myself in preparation for a VI, but I can’t pronunce the words properly
  18. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    The audacityyyy
  19. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyway, this is so frustrating guys. My weakness in ACs has always been the case studies - feedback consistently highlights my strengths in motivation, competencies, and written tasks, but I falter when it comes to case study interviews. Today, though, was a significant improvement with Hogan...
  20. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    @Pennine Valley HAHAHAHAHHAHAAHHAHAHAA Loved your answer to this In my opinion, it's a blend of honesty and strategy, because I’m afraid that admitting to a lack of experience in too many scenarios can lead to the interviewers concluding you lack the necessary competencies for the job, since...

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