Same. Passed 2 weeks ago - guess they didn't like our application (?)I passed 2.5 weeks ago 🦗🦗🦗
Same. Passed 2 weeks ago - guess they didn't like our application (?)I passed 2.5 weeks ago 🦗🦗🦗
They saw we were strong applicants and gave others a chance before inviting us 😂 or notSame. Passed 2 weeks ago - guess they didn't like our application (?)
Has anyone had a first stage interview with BCLP and has heard back yet?
Tuesday! How did you find it? Just thought it would be a quicker turnaround as it is only one interview, as opposed to an entire AC. Less feedback to collect, I suppose.Not yet, I only had mine on Wednesday though. When did you have yours?
Sometimes firms ask people not to publicise they have offers until they have informed every candidates.
Someone earlier mentioned they were told they could not complete an assessment because they had not completed the form. I don’t understand why this would be the case. The systems are generally not connected and even if they are, should not be.What do you mean by this bit here please? "I am unclear as to why it would also stop someone from completing an assessment too"?
I was curious whether not completing this section (i.e. opting out of answering the Rare contextual questions) because I don't think it will positively impact me given my background (no free school meals, not carer at young age etc), would impact my chances of moving forward in the application process?
I don’t know specifics unfortunately. I would generally say that being fast tracked is something quite rare unless there has been a formal recruitment process for the open day.The only firm I know that does this is Linklaters, but there may be others - maybe @Jessica Booker can tell you more. I also know that in the last cycle Latham reviewed applications from open day attendees separately from normal VS applications, but they did not guarantee an AC.
Went to HL yesterday for an event, there was only one grad recruiter running it and she was rushing through the presentation and seemed knackered.Just to spread some good news on W&C - when asked about WVS applicants who haven't heard back yet post-app, GR said they'd still be looking at apps over the next few weeks. Combining this info with the post I vaguely remember where someone said W&C don't have a formal cap, people should still be in the running.
If anyone has any updates on HL Lift Off or Latham's Open Days, please share!
That's definitely super helpful - thank you for sharing! Hopefully they'll get back soon. Funnily enough, I've had that same experience of GR seeming rushed when (virtually) interacting with HL before.Went to HL yesterday for an event, there was only one grad recruiter running it and she was rushing through the presentation and seemed knackered.
I think she said Lift off and Launch Pad apps are reviewed after the deadline, but again, the presentation was so rushed and she was so exhausted since they had a trainee seat fair earlier in the day that she wasn’t really answering questions properly it started to turn into a no, no, yes, yes answer towards the end. I wasn’t the only attendee who picked up on this body language and tone.
All I know for sure is that if you send applications towards the end of the deadline it gets very competitive since they’re rolling and everyone tries to submit then. She also said any use of AI whatsoever and the application goes straight in the bin ( they have tools to detect any AI).
This probably doesn’t answer your question but may be helpful for anyone who’s interested in hog Lovells
I had a meeting with HL recruiter last year, and they directly said that after about the middle of October competition increases and the "any additional information you would like to tell us" essentially goes from optional to mandatory to distinguish between applicants. Just smth to bear in mind.Went to HL yesterday for an event, there was only one grad recruiter running it and she was rushing through the presentation and seemed knackered.
I think she said Lift off and Launch Pad apps are reviewed after the deadline, but again, the presentation was so rushed and she was so exhausted since they had a trainee seat fair earlier in the day that she wasn’t really answering questions properly it started to turn into a no, no, yes, yes answer towards the end. I wasn’t the only attendee who picked up on this body language and tone.
All I know for sure is that if you send applications towards the end of the deadline it gets very competitive since they’re rolling and everyone tries to submit then. She also said any use of AI whatsoever and the application goes straight in the bin ( they have tools to detect any AI).
This probably doesn’t answer your question but may be helpful for anyone who’s interested in hog Lovells
Interesting - I'm curious what would be helpful to even include in there to help distinguish candidates. I would've thought it was just a space to elaborate on mitigating/personal circumstances but now I'm thinking they're looking for some substantive writing?I had a meeting with HL recruiter last year, and they directly said that after about the middle of October competition increases and the "any additional information you would like to tell us" essentially goes from optional to mandatory to distinguish between applicants. Just smth to bear in mind.
I wrote about my legal work experience in there and they progressed me to AC. I think its just a really flexible question where you sell yourself/your motivations with whatever you want.Interesting - I'm curious what would be helpful to even include in there to help distinguish candidates. I would've thought it was just a space to elaborate on mitigating/personal circumstances but now I'm thinking they're looking for some substantive writing?
Yes you are right!I had a meeting with HL recruiter last year, and they directly said that after about the middle of October competition increases and the "any additional information you would like to tell us" essentially goes from optional to mandatory to distinguish between applicants. Just smth to bear in mind.
Your welcome!That's definitely super helpful - thank you for sharing! Hopefully they'll get back soon. Funnily enough, I've had that same experience of GR seeming rushed when (virtually) interacting with HL before.
Much appreciated - I really appreciate the insight 😊