Shoosmiths 2021

[AlarmedBookkeeper448]

Just got an email saying my application will not be progressed for the vacation scheme but "we want you to know that your application scored highly and will continue to be considered for a training contract". I was told I would be contacted May/June but I'm not sure if I have a fair shot since I couldn't even secure a vacation scheme with them? I'm not sure how the logic works but let me know if anyone has some insight or got the same email!

does that mean that you have a guarantee for the assessment centre?

 

[xtinew]

does that mean that you have a guarantee for the assessment centre?

Pretty sure that's not the case. They just mean they will consider your application for a TC assessment centre but there is no guarantee. Guess we'll all just have to wait May/June :'(

 

[Renemccarthy]

Has anyone's portal changed post-VI? Mine just says reviewed.

Mine just says completed?

 

[Renemccarthy]

Hmm I done mine on the Saturday so perhaps they’re reviewing them in order?

Yes probably! I did mine on Monday!

 

[TLS_]

Mine says reviewed now, even though yesterday it said completed! I did my VI on Monday, so it must be in order.

 

[Renemccarthy]

Mine still says completed?

 

[Renemccarthy]

I think they’re reviewing them in order as the email said they review them as they come in.

Guess this means we won’t hear back until next week hopefully!

I think they’re reviewing them in order as the email said they review them as they come in.

Guess this means we won’t hear back until next week hopefully!

Yes I agree, I did mine straight after @TLS_

 

[Mehru Nisa]

Just got an email saying my application will not be progressed for the vacation scheme but "we want you to know that your application scored highly and will continue to be considered for a training contract". I was told I would be contacted May/June but I'm not sure if I have a fair shot since I couldn't even secure a vacation scheme with them? I'm not sure how the logic works but let me know if anyone has some insight or got the same email!

I got the same email!

 

[TLS_]

I got the same email!

Was this post-VI?

 

[TLS_]

Just got the placement!!

Me too!! Congratulations🙌

 

[LegalLordLox]

For those of you who received a TC offer, good luck!

For anyone who applied for a direct TC or being considered for a direct TC, like myself, hopefully the next few weeks brings some good news!

 

[Amy_22]

I'm yet to apply for Shoosmiths, I have my answers drafted and could possibly get the application sent off next week. Should I bother applying considering the deadline is on 31 May and they recruit on a rolling basis? Thanks

 

[karinny]

I'm yet to apply for Shoosmiths, I have my answers drafted and could possibly get the application sent off next week. Should I bother applying considering the deadline is on 31 May and they recruit on a rolling basis? Thanks

I have this dilemma too

 

[Jessica Booker]

I'm yet to apply for Shoosmiths, I have my answers drafted and could possibly get the application sent off next week. Should I bother applying considering the deadline is on 31 May and they recruit on a rolling basis? Thanks

If you have your answers drafted, why waste all that effort? You might as well apply now you have done all the hard work!

 

[LegalLordLox]

If you have your answers drafted, why waste all that effort? You might as well apply now you have done all the hard work!

Seconds this! Every application counts as experience and a way to improve! Don’t let that hard work and time go to waste!

they have a deadline of 31st may, so definitely submit it ASAP! Good luck both!

 

[karinny]

As Shoosmiths are recruiting on a rolling basis, do they contact you on your application before the deadline for applications?

Sorry, if this is a stupid question, I've not applied to a firm on a rolling basis before 😅

 

[Amy_22]

How soon after submitting the application did people receive VI invites?

 

[Sunnyjim]

Video interview invite today morning. Anyone else?

Hey Halima, what kind of questions did you get asked at the VI?