2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

[Andrew M]

Same position, I’m hoping for the best though. I’m not sure if “no news is good news” applies? I don’t think I could accurately speculate how any firms process works at this point 😂🤦🏻‍♀️

I've taken an approach this year of assuming that all my applications are unsuccessful. That way, I can be pleasantly surprised when/if I'm invited to the next stage. Plus, given that this is my final year, it means that I'm having to periodically re-assess my options and consider new opportunities.

 

[ze]

Anyone else apply to Weil near the deadline waiting to hear back?

Think they might have forgotten me.

 

[tractor12]

Anyone else apply to Weil near the deadline waiting to hear back?

Think they might have forgotten me.

Yes applied on the deadline and haven't heard yet...

 

[0603]

Hi everyone. Wondering if anyone is aware/ know if links has an additional Watson glacier in the office?

Is the work simulation like a normal case study or like the multiple choice test they had for the application?

 

[Alisha S]

Sorry to go back in time, but for those who did the HSF WG test, did you get an email prompt and/or confirmation of the test? Or was it all through the portal?

 

[CA98]

Anyone else apply to Weil near the deadline waiting to hear back?

Think they might have forgotten me.

I applied the day before the deadline and got invited to do the Watson Glaser yesterday, afaik though they tend to reply on an individual basis and don't really do batches like some firm's so it's probably just they haven't got round to looking at you yet.

 

[leolegal]

Sorry to go back in time, but for those who did the HSF WG test, did you get an email prompt and/or confirmation of the test? Or was it all through the portal?

I got an email from SOVA to confirm I had completed the test, then an email from HSF the next day to say my application was under review

 

[Alisha S]

I got an email from SOVA to confirm I had completed the test, then an email from HSF the next day to say my application was under review

How weird, guess that confirms they never got my test result

 

[leolegal]

How weird, guess that confirms they never got my test result

Definitely email them to check!

 

[Alisha S]

Definitely email them to check!

I emailed them yesterday about the application, apparently, it was withdrawn automatically (though the application window still says 'under review'...) for the test not being completed. They're checking if they have any sort of record, but its not the best news

 

[thewaythecookiecrumbles]

Apparently Addleshaw are sending out AC invites and I haven't even heard back about a video interview ... I got to the AC stage last year for the direct training contract and I'm sure my application is better this year so I'm so confused! Anyone else heard nothing from the London office?

I don't think any AC invites have come through yet, but they're probably going through applications in batches. Definitely try not to worry and wait for an email

 

[Jessica Booker]

If you don’t mind me asking, what is the process of leaving a training contract? Do you have to pay back GDL/LPC fees?

You should read your offer letter/employment contract carefully as anything regarding this will have to be outlined in that document.

Some firms will claw back the GDL/LPC and maintenance fees unless someone qualifies. Some firms even have a clause that you have to stay with the firm for 1-2 years PQE, often on a sliding scale of what has to be paid back. Not all do though - some just take the cost on the chin and wrap it up as a costly hiring decision.

Ultimately if you want to terminate your contract, there isn’t much a firm can do but hold you to the terms in the contract.

 

[ab01]

Macfarlanes VS Offer!

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Macfarlanes VS Offer!

Congratulations celebrations for Friday night tomorrow.

If you don't mind me asking when did you submit your application was it before December.

 

[Jot Soor]

If we haven't heard from Shearman and Sterling for Spring is it safe to assume rejection?

 

[E.A]

If we haven't heard from Shearman and Sterling for Spring is it safe to assume rejection?

Why would it be a rejection? I personally don't think so but of course it might be

 

[law230]

If we haven't heard from Shearman and Sterling for Spring is it safe to assume rejection?

I'm wondering the same. Trying to stay hopeful though.

 

[ellensdaleoriginal]

Anyone heard back from Winston and Strawn?

When i applied the email i received said I would hear in Feb

 

[Daniel Boden]

Guys I know it's really hard to stay positive, especially in these times, but honestly no news is good news when it comes to whether you've heard back from a firm. You'll drive yourselves crazy if you try and work out why GradRec have given decisions to some people and not you so please try and avoid it - trust me I've been there, done that and it's not healthy.

I know it's much easier said than done but I've seen a lot of these kinds of messages recently and honestly there is no point trying to work it out because nobody really knows how GradRec teams work! So please just believe that no news is good news until you hear otherwise! There's absolutely no point wasting energy thinking you have been rejected 100x before an email comes in so please try and avoid it if at all possible

PS: Apologies for my mini-rant but I think it's worth reiterating sometimes!

 

[deckoking123]

Anyone else having problems with Mayer a brown Telephone interview booking slots?