TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[Mug Fan]

If you’re a future trainee at a firm and know you want to qualify into a certain team, would it be helpful to begin reaching out to associates in that team to build relationships before you join the firm or would that be too early and/or not affect your chances of getting that seat at all?

I'd wait til you've joined then go on the org chart and offer to take people for a coffee chat once you've figured who you want to speak to. Sounds very Love Island but that's generally the most effective route.

Reaching out on LinkedIn etc might be a bit keen. Just my 2 cents.

 

[Mug Fan]

Does anyone know if you can apply to White & Case DTC if you were unsuccessful with their vacation scheme this cycle?

Yes, you can. At least I have. Or at least I was able to via the system! Imagine they'll just auto-reject me.

 

[Jessica Booker]

I'd wait til you've joined then go on the org chart and offer to take people for a coffee chat once you've figured who you want to speak to. Sounds very Love Island but that's generally the most effective route.

Reaching out on LinkedIn etc might be a bit keen. Just my 2 cents.

I agree with this.

Some firms put on networking opportunities for the future trainees, especially as part of their sponsored SQE pre courses. Some also do things like "careers fairs" where they get to meet people from the various departments before putting in seat preferences. These type of activities would be the best way to engage with departments before starting a training contract.

 

[norothrow324]

I don't think they've invited anyone to the video interview and work scenario element as of yet, let alone to the final AC. I may be wrong though!

That’s what I thought too - was very surprised so thought to ask haha

 

[jta227]

I'd wait til you've joined then go on the org chart and offer to take people for a coffee chat once you've figured who you want to speak to. Sounds very Love Island but that's generally the most effective route.

Reaching out on LinkedIn etc might be a bit keen. Just my 2 cents.

Thank you!

 

[Tintin06]

Does Ashurst give many direct TCs? What’s the case for Stephenson Harwood? Just wondering if it’s worth applying. Overall, both have high trainee intakes.

 

[Hal_07]

Has anyone hear back from Ward Hadaway post video interview?