Hi - Can someone who has completed the W&C VI, please share insights on DM. I can share information for Linklaters, HSF, AOS, and Sidley.
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
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Yep even the grad rec website doesnt mention a VI, just an interview
Does anyone have insight (maybe someone attended an open day) on the app process?
I got a reply saying "you are not eligible". Apparently graduates can't apply, lol.
How are you telling me it is the same when I said it wasn’t?
Last year it was application > live interview on zoom > VS offer.
There was no prerecorded interview.
Strangely they spammed me with 7 emails saying exactly the same thing, which by the way does not make sense because I already applied and did the test (which they say we will have to do again if successful on the 7th of Jan... really confused, anyone has a take on this?? 😂 😂 😂 )
"Hi [...],
We are delighted that you have started an application for the London Summer Vacation Scheme role.
Please be reminded that our application window closes at 11.59pm GMT Monday 6th January.
[...]
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will be sent a link to complete our Cappfinity digital assessment on Tuesday 7th January. You will then have 5-days to complete this. Please note, we are unable to extend this deadline as we have a short timeframe to shortlist for all our roles.
[...]"
Should I contact them or something ???
I don’t think you should assume that. I applied spring and I just got an AC invite, so it might still take a bit before they start to send out invites for summer.
Congrats on your AC invite. Best of luck with it I’m sure you will do amazing!! 😀
Can I ask when did you apply and when did you take the SJT test / get confirmation that you had met or passed the benchmark. 🙂
For firm applications like CMS
that ask you about any resits you have taken, does that automatically put you out of the running if you had? I did a few resits over the course of university (2nd and 3rd year) but it was in my undergraduate degree which was not Scots Law for sickness and bereavement reasons- thanks COVID. I know the answer will probably be it depends but I am sure my reasons are not especially compelling considering everyone experienced much of the same thing and potentially did not have resits?
that ask you about any resits you have taken, does that automatically put you out of the running if you had? I did a few resits over the course of university (2nd and 3rd year) but it was in my undergraduate degree which was not Scots Law for sickness and bereavement reasons- thanks COVID. I know the answer will probably be it depends but I am sure my reasons are not especially compelling considering everyone experienced much of the same thing and potentially did not have resits?
I am a prospective career changer who has applied for several VS this week (Macs, Simmons, Reed Smith and NRF). I have a first-class degree from Oxford in History and have worked in public affairs for well-known technology companies for the last 4 years (graduated 2020).
Do I have a realistic shot of getting an interview or AC? I've tried to link my strong interest in the technology industry to this sector in law, and I think I've done a fairly good job covering transferrable skills in my applications too. Is my lack of pre-existing legal experience likely to be a big issue?
Do I have a realistic shot of getting an interview or AC? I've tried to link my strong interest in the technology industry to this sector in law, and I think I've done a fairly good job covering transferrable skills in my applications too. Is my lack of pre-existing legal experience likely to be a big issue?
You absolutely do! Most law firms highlight how they’re after transferable skills and that their applications are open for non law graduates. Seems like you already know how to navigate through the applications- linking it to transferable skills and even a sector you’re interested in etc. Keep going!!
For video interviews or interview questions in general that ask questions like " how would you respond to feedback and implement it in your work" or "how would you collaborate with different people" - should you keep your answer general or given an example of when you did this?
I am never too sure, especially when the question doesn't necessarily contextualise in a specific, given scenario.
I am never too sure, especially when the question doesn't necessarily contextualise in a specific, given scenario.
Have bakers started sending out AC invites post-VI?Does anyone have any insight on the Baker AC from the previous cycles perhaps that's willing to share, pls pm me!! Tq)
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