Pinsent Masons Application 2019/20

[Andrew M]

I've found a few free logical reasoning tests but it doesn't seem like Pinsent Mason's test is structured in the same way?

I doubt it differs massively from other critical thinking tests, like the Watson Glaser. Maybe it includes verbal/numeric reasoning and/or situational judgement, but you can find plenty of free practice tests for these things individually online.

 

[Olivia Graham]

Has anybody who applied to the London office heard back yet?

 

[Holly]

Has anybody who applied to the London office heard back yet?

They’ve given out tests and AC invites to those who applied to London office. Hope that helps x

 

[Lauren]

Is anyone still waiting to hear back from Pinsent Masons after completing the psychometric test? I applied to the Leeds office

 

[PSM]

I’m waiting and I applied to the Manchester office. Apparently we should hear back by Friday?

 

[Andrew M]

I’m waiting and I applied to the Manchester office. Apparently we should hear back by Friday?

I still haven't had an invite for a test or a PFO. All this waiting is just so frustrating...

 

[Lauren]

I’m waiting and I applied to the Manchester office. Apparently we should hear back by Friday?

Great thank you,I keep hoping no news is good news

 

[PSM]

Great thank you,I keep hoping no news is good news

yeah me too, let me know if you hear anything!

 

[Lauren]

yeah me too, let me know if you hear anything!

Will do, you too!

 

[FutureCity]

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I did the full count for the two questions I considered most important (why PM? & why commercial law?). The others I used maybe two thirds to three quarters. I'm not sure its actually possibly to use 4000 characters for hobbies without waffling...

The same can be said for all the questions.

 

[LawMadeInOven]

Hello, a latecomer here. Upon submitting the application are we meant to receive a confirmation email? Are updates emailed to us or do we need to login to look for updates? Thank you

 

[HD]

Hello, a latecomer here. Upon submitting the application are we meant to receive a confirmation email? Are updates emailed to us or do we need to login to look for updates? Thank you

Hey - you should receive email updates. Fingers crossed for good news!

 

[Andrew M]

So I'm looking at applying for the TC after being unsuccessful (at the application stage) for the vac scheme application.

Any advice from those who were successful would be really appreciated. For example, how did you tackle the word counts for the hobby and achievement questions? Did you use the full 4000 characters or look at being concise?

 

[Asmee DC]

So I'm looking at applying for the TC after being unsuccessful (at the application stage) for the vac scheme application.

Any advice from those who were successful would be really appreciated. For example, how did you tackle the word counts for the hobby and achievement questions? Did you use the full 4000 characters or look at being concise?

This application was the only firm I applied to with an extensive amount of words/characters to fill. Although you don't have to use the entire 4000 character cap, I think firms offer this amount for a reason. They want you to fill the space to tell them more about your experiences/personality/interests to get to know you better.

I got past the application stage and used up almost the entire character count for each question. For the hobbies question specifically, I only discussed two hobbies of mine in depth. I think limiting yourself to 1 or 2 will allow you to discuss it more in depth and show your passion for it fully instead of mentioning every hobby or achievement you have!

 

[Andrew M]

This application was the only firm I applied to with an extensive amount of words/characters to fill. Although you don't have to use the entire 4000 character cap, I think firms offer this amount for a reason. They want you to fill the space to tell them more about your experiences/personality/interests to get to know you better.

I got past the application stage and used up almost the entire character count for each question. For the hobbies question specifically, I only discussed two hobbies of mine in depth. I think limiting yourself to 1 or 2 will allow you to discuss it more in depth and show your passion for it fully instead of mentioning every hobby or achievement you have!

Thank you for sharing. When you discussed hobbies, did you use the STAR structure to answering? And did you use it as an opportunity to discuss their trainee values?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Thank you for sharing. When you discussed hobbies, did you use the STAR structure to answering? And did you use it as an opportunity to discuss their trainee values?

STAR is too descriptive for a broad question like this on an application form. You don't need to take this approach unless the question is asking you to focus on a specific example.

I don't think you need to explain the trainee values either. Trying to think about aligning your examples to their values is great but you don't have to be explicit in talking about them.

 

[Asmee DC]

Thank you for sharing. When you discussed hobbies, did you use the STAR structure to answering? And did you use it as an opportunity to discuss their trainee values?

STAR is too descriptive for a broad question like this on an application form. You don't need to take this approach unless the question is asking you to focus on a specific example.

I don't think you need to explain the trainee values either. Trying to think about aligning your examples to their values is great but you don't have to be explicit in talking about them.

I agree with Jessica. There's no need to use the STAR method for this question particularly. Just discuss your interests/experiences in depth. I looked at the trainee values to get an idea of how my examples aligned with them to make my answer stronger. As long as you are passionate about your hobbies/achievements and write about it succinctly, then your answer will be good! Feel free to PM me if you want me to edit your answer/take a look.

 

[Andrew M]

STAR is too descriptive for a broad question like this on an application form. You don't need to take this approach unless the question is asking you to focus on a specific example.

I don't think you need to explain the trainee values either. Trying to think about aligning your examples to their values is great but you don't have to be explicit in talking about them.

Thank you! After an successful VS cycle I'm just starting to second guess everything now

 

[Andrew M]

I agree with Jessica. There's no need to use the STAR method for this question particularly. Just discuss your interests/experiences in depth. I looked at the trainee values to get an idea of how my examples aligned with them to make my answer stronger. As long as you are passionate about your hobbies/achievements and write about it succinctly, then your answer will be good! Feel free to PM me if you want me to edit your answer/take a look.

That's very kind of you, thank you!

 

[Popal]

Hi all,

I'm thinking of applying for the direct training contract (already done vacation schemes), and was wondering if anyone knew anything about relocating trainees to different offices during the training contract for different seats. I live with my long-term boyfriend in London and don't really want to be separated from him and have to move somewhere else. 6 months is a long time!

Does anyone know whether this can be avoided, or is it just luck of the draw?

Many thanks