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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
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Just to echo some other comments, getting an AC in itself is one of the biggest wins so don’t knock that!
And also, really hone in on the fact the process is as much for you as it is for them..
I’d suggest waiting for feedback but I was rejected post-ac from the same firm across two cycles and their “feedback” almost made no sense. It was all good and they just said to do “more” of each good trait they mentioned. It told me the exact kinda person they were looking for, which is an overly extroverted big character and that just isn’t me! I’ve never applied again and won’t, your vibe won’t match every firm’s image and sometimes it will but you just need more AC experience under your belt and helpful feedback
*This isn’t to say every rejection = a firm isn’t for you, most people get their dream firm on a repeat cycle but listen to your gut when getting feedback!
Yeah this weird comment is totally related to a link I shared about staff having magic hats on their website chap
I think you should definitely be telling graduate recruitment about this. I’m not sure if Jessica may be able to give you her opinion, but I worked in recruitment before and we had a candidate who suffered anxiety and was on medication at the time which affected her speed and fatigue.
Although I know the two are different, and it can often be difficult to mitigate against, I remember we had to call her to ask what she required because we were not sure how to approach her particular situation. In fact, I think she was given breaks throughout the day whenever she needed. We had to make the assessors aware that if she needs to break at any point or leave the room then it should be allowed.
It is a discussion you will need to have with the firms you’re applying for as reasonable adjustments are not a one size fits all regime. It will depend on what you need at all stages of the application process.
Don’t hide it out of fear it will hold you back, because it’s not an equitable playing field otherwise.
Good luck xx
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Thank you for sharing your experience and insights!! I understand these processes aren't always as personalised as they claim to be.Just to echo some other comments, getting an AC in itself is one of the biggest wins so don’t knock that!
And also, really hone in on the fact the process is as much for you as it is for them..
I’d suggest waiting for feedback but I was rejected post-ac from the same firm across two cycles and their “feedback” almost made no sense. It was all good and they just said to do “more” of each good trait they mentioned. It told me the exact kinda person they were looking for, which is an overly extroverted big character and that just isn’t me! I’ve never applied again and won’t, your vibe won’t match every firm’s image and sometimes it will but you just need more AC experience under your belt and helpful feedback
*This isn’t to say every rejection = a firm isn’t for you, most people get their dream firm on a repeat cycle but listen to your gut when getting feedback!
I did receive a feedback report with my rejection email from HSF, and I was genuinely disappointed. To my surprise, after discussing with someone else from the AC, we found out that our feedback reports were identical! It feels quite dismissive, especially when they mentioned in the email that the report was specifically tailored to me based on the partner's observations and my specific performance🤣 It's disheartening to see that after putting so much effort and time into their assessment process, they couldn't provide unique and actionable feedback!
What are the minimum grades for the GDL that top law firms require?
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I would ask if you could have any further feedback- it may be that they say no but it’s worth a try
I've been invited to do the arctic shores test by NRF. Is it automatic? Also is it composed of 10 game-based assessments?
I recently applied to Withers for a direct TC. I got rejected but they have told me they strongly encourage me to re-apply and to email HR when I do. Has this happened to anyone else before? When I re-apply do you think I need to change my application answers? I only applied in July and apps re-open in Nov.
No it is only 8. The memory game, energy game, directions, team, ticket, balloon, face game, and security. The additional two are for other type of firms I think like PwC.
Has anyone applied to a Hogan Lovells vacation scheme and their Lift Off programme and knows if you can repeat the examples provided for the supporting questions in each?
I was told that your answers can repeat and overlap for separate applications, however I am not sure to what extent i.e. whether it can be word for word or not. Would it be frowned upon if you copied your answer to a supporting question in their vacation scheme application to use as an example for a personal achievement in the Lift Off application?
I was told that your answers can repeat and overlap for separate applications, however I am not sure to what extent i.e. whether it can be word for word or not. Would it be frowned upon if you copied your answer to a supporting question in their vacation scheme application to use as an example for a personal achievement in the Lift Off application?
Congrats on the TI! May I ask how long it took for nrf to contact you after finishing the arctic shores test? Thanks!
Both of mines are the exact same. I applied for TC and lift off and I got a lift off WG invite today.
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