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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
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Hey all, does anyone have any insight into the Simmons and Simmons AC? Would appreciate any tips!! - Would be happy to share tips for HSF, Macfarlanes, Weil, and Osborne Clarke 
Freshfields seems to have introduced a new online psychometric test, the Law Online Assessment, as part of the first stage of their direct TC application process.
Seems to be a mix of SJT/verbal/numerical reasoning perhaps? ‘measures your skills, behaviours, preferences and cognitive ability’ per their website.
Because ‘only candidates who pass the online psychometric test will have their written applications reviewed in detail’, I was wondering if any of you spoke to Grad Rec about this recently and had any insights to share on the nature of the test, benchmark etc.?
Seems to be a mix of SJT/verbal/numerical reasoning perhaps? ‘measures your skills, behaviours, preferences and cognitive ability’ per their website.
Because ‘only candidates who pass the online psychometric test will have their written applications reviewed in detail’, I was wondering if any of you spoke to Grad Rec about this recently and had any insights to share on the nature of the test, benchmark etc.?
That sounds like the Macfarlanes test. Akin used one like that too. Should be past examples online somewhere. Failing that, JobTestPrep could be helpful.
First off huge congrats! Second of all when did you hear back from Hogan? Still haven’t heard back post WG.
links have historically gotten back between jan end and feb (1-13), no idea about kirkland
They send the test link out on deadline day so that will be 23rd January.
Those who pass the online test and application stage get invited to do the WGT.
That’s interesting, they didn’t mention that in their Applications Masterclass. They said their application process was simply an application with an 850 word personal statement, WG, then if you are successful , a half day AC.
Indeed, I also attended it, that’s why I’m a bit confused.
I only noticed it today on their website: https://www.freshfields.com/en-gb/c...line Assessment,friendly and easy to complete.
That is strange of them to not mention that. They could have given us the heads up of what to expect.
Do you think there is much point still applying to Hogan Lovells for direct TC if they've already given out ACs? I was thinking I might still give it a go before the Jan 31st deadline
I think the AC’s will be for the SVS and not for the DTC route because the SVS deadline was only on the 3rd of January. Most of us who applied for the SVS have not heard back yet at all. 🥲🥲
The DTC deadline is 3 weeks away so I don’t see why not! If you can submit a strong written application and pass the WGT then there is no reason why you should not apply! I don’t think HL would reject an application because of the date it was submitted - if they did they would risk losing potential talent!
I would recommend trying to get it in at least a week before the final deadline though. 🙂🙂
Most people apply within the final week and it is always a risk of there being technical issues if left till the very last minute.
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There is a possibility that time taken to completed could be assessed, but it’s impossible to know unless the firm/test provider provides that detail or explains that is the case.
That makes sense. I just wanted to know if they can see how long it took me in the first place. Thank you!
Can we apply White & Case two times in one recruitment cycle? ( for both training contract and vacation scheme)
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