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  1. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Where's my flowers? I hope my initiative and commercial awareness is noticed.
  2. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yanno, since its 6 years and all... think we could do an "anniversary discount" on that premium 👀 just like a one-time thing yanno? For the celebrations of course!
  3. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    That sucks. The application cycle is brutal. But getting to VI is incredibly impressive. I got a rejection today as well. I'd say shoot it then. I can't say with certainty that your app wouldn't go through. As I said, everything else matters like your materials - Work Experience, Motivation...
  4. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Depends on how low it is and If you have mitigating circumstances. Always check with grad recruitment if you're unsure. But if it says majority A, I (personally) wouldn't apply with something less than AAB. Based on what they say. There's no shame in applying, just know what you're up against...
  5. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    How long is a reasonable amount of time to wait for a firm to reply post application/test/vi? Does anyone have experience of waiting an exceptionally long time to hear back and receive a successful application/progression to the next stage? I'm starting to think the longer the wait the more...
  6. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    TLT Bristol Vacation Scheme - PFO
  7. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    For sure! I think I'm just unsure how it's work experience/something I'd list under my work experience section. I would talk about it in the "Why law and why this firm" section (which I have) but work experience? I'm a lil lost still. But it's deffo good for those things you mentioned
  8. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Lol, I think that's a bit ridiculous but fair enough. I wish there was a separate section. I don't think Open Days/Insight Evenings should qualify - hardly any work involved - but I realise they are "competitive" to get on to. Am I disadvantaged by not attending open days? I have attended...
  9. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    What about open days/insight days? I've never really understood why people litter them all over their LinkedIn profiles. Can they be mentioned in the experience sections? I'm non law so I always feel my "experience" is skinny and limited, particularly with Law. I've logged out of LinkedIn...
  10. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    is it normal to reapply for a firm if you're rejected post AC? is there a chance you could get seen again or nah?
  11. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    What’s the best way to respond to criticism from the interviewers? I’m interested in how you can end up in an argument.
  12. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    He's a bit of a Wanker Banker
  13. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    You have to dig deep. But more often than not (when it comes to shadowing Gov Professionals/Counsels/etc) it's through "networking". Typically they know someone who knows someone. Some people with this experience will say it's because they "just sent an email in" with their CV, but it's only...
  14. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Interesting questions, which firms asked these questions? I'm interested.
  15. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Agreed. It depends how you go over. by that I mean, the way you present your waffle it’s too long. If you take a long time to say something quite straightforward it’s not great. You seem like you’re searching for an answer when you shouldn’t be. If the story requires detail though and it is...
  16. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi, is it possible to message you about this as well? Mine are already sent off but I’d like to clarify what is okay for future applications.
  17. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    The specification didn’t state a need for this.
  18. bangarangbass39

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Just a heads up, the CPS is looking for paralegals at the min. It’s worth shooting a shot. Pays extremely well and the experience is just as good if not better than paralegal work for a commercial law firm.

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