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  1. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hahahaha omg I’ve got waaay below that
  2. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    In a group chat, someone was asking if it would be considered unprofessional to turn down a training contract offer after completing a vacation scheme at one firm, because they want to attempt to secure a vacation scheme at a different firm in the upcoming cycle. AND HERE I AM, after six years...
  3. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    In response to a situational judgement question regarding managing an excessive workload and balancing various duties, I mentioned that I would not request a deadline extension unless it becomes critically necessary and is also considered appropriate by my supervisor. Is this considered the...
  4. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    What do you think are the benefits and drawbacks of a firm having offices in multiple countries compared to a best friend network?
  5. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I also had 5 points before🤣🤣🤣 I think we are overthinking this too much and we should really keep it short - I think yours is really good with these key points :)
  6. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Today I thought about my answer for why Hogan Lovells for my upcoming interview, I noted three reasons. Firstly, the wide range of practice areas offered by the firm would allow me to have a well-rounded experience and make an informed decision regarding where I want to quality. As the second...
  7. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    <33 I applied in December so don’t worry - they are probably still reviewing applications
  8. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Mishcon VI 🤩 🤩 🤩 I was losing hope
  9. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    It’s a case study, you’re given a lot of documents with graphs and you have to advise a business on an expansion strategy. You’ll then present your findings verbally and answer questions about your choice
  10. bella98

    Experience with Osborne Clarke virtual AC

    Thank you so much for this information!
  11. bella98

    Experience with Osborne Clarke virtual AC

    Hi Lilil, Thank you so much for your insights!! Just to clarify, are we given a particular topic and we have to do some research on it or is it a case study where you're given a lot of documents about a company and you have to assist/spot issues?
  12. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Will I ever get a vac scheme😭😭
  13. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    They said we should get a feedback report within a week - so you’ll not receive anything immediately I did it last Thursday so hopefully I’ll get it tomorrow🤔
  14. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Omg I’m in the exact same situation after my RPC AC today😭 did really well in the first interview (competency-based/motivational/commercial awareness, scenario Qs) and I think I did well in the written exercise but I completely bombed the case study interview (which was the shortest one) but...
  15. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I applied at the end of December so maybe there is still hope 🤞
  16. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I need some advice from you guys - do you think it's a good idea to have my notes open in a Word document during a virtual assessment centre? This would include things like situations for standard competency questions or points about why I'm interested in the firm. On one hand, I believe it...
  17. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Still waiting as well🥲💪🏻
  18. bella98

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Do you guys know if on the TopScore platform for a virtual ACs you’re recorded at all times? Just want to understand the level of composure that I need to maintain ahaha for example - I have a written exercise and a case study interview When reading the materials, are they recording? Or just...

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