TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

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Jessica Booker

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Can i ask what exactly firms are looking for in regard to written exercises?
It depends on the exercise, but typically some of the following:

- Accuracy
- Structure
- Conciseness
- Appropriate level of tone
- Knowing your audience
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Commercial awareness
- An ability to identify what’s important
- Presenting information persuasively
 

babylawyer1942

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    Anyone that has done the Mayer Brown job simulation, roughly how long after doing the verbal reasoning test/sSJT did you get to that stage? wondering if I should be expecting pfo x
     

    DKLaw

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    How realistic is it to get a VS or TC offer if you haven't had many conventional jobs in general? There is usually an emphasis on how non-legal work experience is equally as important, but what if you don't have much work experience at all? I am 23, and graduating this year (with a 2:1 most likely), and I have really struggled to go past the application stage, and only progressed to the second stage for 2 firms (apart from an AC for the GLD last year). I know I haven't submitted enough applications, but please be real, how common is it to get a TC with a few jobs on your CV like takeaway worker, delivery driving, while having most of your experience in online gigs like content creation and freelance?
     
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    Heartofglass

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    What's the etiquette on handshakes at assessment centres? Should we initiative handshakes with interviewers or assume not unless they do?
    To me, all impressions count so I would definitely initiate a handshake before my interviewers have a chance to do so. It really shows (and boosts) your confidence as it will put you in the 'I'm in control' mentality from the first minute.
     

    aspiringlawyer47

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    To me, all impressions count so I would definitely initiate a handshake before my interviewers have a chance to do so. It really shows (and boosts) your confidence as it will put you in the 'I'm in control' mentality from the first minute.
    I agree with this so much! Post covid though, I try to lead with “is everyone good with handshakes” in case someone happens to be a germophobe or clinically vulnerable
     
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