TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

[Donuttime]

Was completely grilled throughout the entirety of my Slaughters interview ☹️

I’m sure it went better than you expect. Grilled in what way

 

[rose888]

Was completely grilled throughout the entirety of my Slaughters interview ☹️

were your interviewers nice? I have mine next week, bit worried now!

 

[m.n]

has anyone else not heard back from b&b post vi? expecting PFO now

 

[refy]

were your interviewers nice? I have mine next week, bit worried now!

Yes they were nice! Just challenged me a lot aha

 

[OB]

CMS Academy offer!!!!! 🥲🤩🥳

 

[21wajsz]

CMS Academy offer!! If anyone needs any advice about an upcoming AC with the firm, I'll be able to help!

 

[I.Like.UFOs.Not.PFOs]

Had my sullcrom interview yesterday - it was very informal and super friendly. It was basically having several normal conversations, so if anyone has it coming up, I wouldn’t stress too much- just be confident and go with the casual style. However, for both of my partner interviews (30minutes each), I probably only spoke for a total of 5-10minutes max since both of the partners had a lot of (interesting!) things to say, and I had to really work to get any comments in, so I’m not overly confident on what impression they have of me 😅😅😅

 

[Miki3999]

Was completely grilled throughout the entirety of my Slaughters interview ☹️

I'd say most SM's interviews look like that; that's their way of finding the "best" people

 

[Miki3999]

were your interviewers nice? I have mine next week, bit worried now!

They are nice, but tend to challenge your views whatever you will say, so hold your ground

 

[GXA123]

CMS Academy offer!!!!! 🥲🤩🥳

CMS Academy offer!! If anyone needs any advice about an upcoming AC with the firm, I'll be able to help!

well done! CONGRATS <3

 

[Lawfulx]

I’d say go for it. Most people I believe apply within 72 hours of a deadline.

Thank you!

 

[Lawfulx]

Yep! I spoke to a future trainee at BCLP who told me she’s met various trainees who’ve secured vacation schemes after they submitted their applications several days in advance of the deadline.

Thanks!

 

[IJ6238]

Does anybody know if K&L Gates is rolling or non-rolling for vac scheme

 

[OB]

well done! CONGRATS <3

Thank you so much, your turn next!

 

[manchester12]

Actively trying to cut down on the amount of times I check my emails for responses from IM & Addleshaw. Currently on 9 times this morning so far…

Which AG office did you apply to?

 

[avaelle42]

what sort of questions do people tend to ask at end of interviews? are they specific to who is interviewing them or more generally about the firm?

 

[A.Diane01]

Which AG office did you apply to?

Manchester!

 

[Arche172372]

I’m

Hi @Arche172372,

I take it you got the scheme! That's amazing news. Congratulations! 🥂

What would you like to know?

I am happy to discuss this via PM if that is helpful and you would rather discuss specific firms etc.

hey, yes could we pm as I’ve had a vac scheme offer from a firm that doesn’t want it publicized until recruitment is over.
I mainly want to know about the culture and your general experience one the scheme. How many people do the scheme and is converting to a tc common?

 

[LEL]

what sort of questions do people tend to ask at end of interviews? are they specific to who is interviewing them or more generally about the firm?

It can be specific to the interviewer if you know something about their practice area e.g. for me, the partner was in a newly established practice area so I asked what it was like building the practice from scratch. But don't ask about their practice for the sake of it, and always be prepared to give your input if they ever turn the question round to you!

It can be about training - a question I often ask is what qualities they value in trainees.

It can be about the firm e.g. where do you see the firm in 5-10 years?

Common ones other people ask are what is your favourite thing about the firm, what motivates you to get up everyday and come to work at the firm?

Just a few ideas, hope it helps

 

[thirdtimelucky]

CMS Academy offer!!!!! 🥲🤩🥳

Amazing job! Very well deserved!