2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

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hz1997

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To those who are still waiting post-app for Stephenson Harwood, I just had an interview and it seems like they're still going through applications so hopefully you'll hear back soon! :)
Hi. Firstly congrats. May I ask what you mean by positive news? Did you get an AC invite or get on the VS?
Just because I’m aware a number of people haven’t heard post-app still so I am a little confused. Thanks.
I got onto their
Hi. Firstly congrats. May I ask what you mean by positive news? Did you get an AC invite or get on the VS?
Just because I’m aware a number of people haven’t heard post-app still so I am a little confused. Thanks.

Oh sorry, should have been clearer. I got through to their two day virtual networking and assessment centre, which I understand is what they’re doing instead of a full vac scheme this year. This was after I completed a video interview at the end of Feb.
 

Jacob Miller

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    I'm aware, however I don't think its productive to scare people with these news stories.
    Willkie Farr PR dept rn:

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    I'm being flippant here but, if this is true, it's absolutely appalling and should never have been allowed in the first place. I also think it's 100% worth people knowing about - I don't see it as 'scaring people', but actually allowing them to make a full and rounded judgement over whether or not they should consider applying or accepting offers there.
     

    FM302989

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    Does anyone have any general tips about how to prepare for a written task as part of an AC? Thanks.
    Depends on what type of written task it is! If it's a case-study based written assessment, my case studies article is a great place to start - accessible via link in my signature :)
    Back up what Jacob's said above.

    Read everything - the instructions, the context and any attachments - before you put 'pen to paper'

    Check what you're being asked: is it an email of advice, is it a letter/letter before claim, is it a note to a colleague or client. The similarity between all of these will be write in as concise, plain English as possible. Short sentences, paragraphs, minimal legalese, sub-headings if appropriate

    Back up claims with evidence in attachments

    Relax! A history teacher of mine used to write ATFQ on my essays (Answer the F****** Question), funny guy. Best way of doing this is address any questions in opening lines of paragraphs, using wording for instance, and proof read after
     
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