TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[mariistm]

@Jessica Booker

Hi hope you’re well, is 4 weeks post AC with no outcome excessive?

Normally I don’t think about it and get on with other things but I’ve had another VS offer which would clash with this firms VS dates if I were to be successful.

I have called and emailed and the firm has ignored every form of communication. I had a deadline of acceptance for the other firm any they were unable to accommodate an extension as other applicants were waiting to hear back.

(They’re known to give rejections if you chase for an update)

The firm stated if we had another offer to make them aware but they’ve ghosted me. 👻😂​

Obviously I’m not Jessica and she may have a different opinion due to her years of experience, but from a candidate perspective, do you really want to hold onto a firm who doesn’t value your time by leaving you hanging for so long and ignores your correspondence?
I would see that as a firm who doesn’t really care about the talent it attracts which may speak some volumes about their company culture. After an AC they should tell you if they expect to take a long time due to the amount of applications, how busy they are, etc, but to go without any communication doesn’t sit right with me as a candidate.

 

[billyonthespeeddial]

NRF AC! This is my first and only AC in this cycle, any tips highly highly welcomed, from literally anyone. Especially on the negotiation task.

Congrats! Do you mind sharing when you had your video interview and when you've heard back?

 

[3000to1shoteverytime]

‘Er… yes, even I can see that…’

‘It wouldn’t just be within employment law though would it?’

Both of these comments came across as very rude and condescending. There is no need. 🤨​

Maybe the first with hindsight could come across as rude but it wasn't meant to be. I was actually trying to joke that even as a non law student I can see the relevance.

The second definitely not. It isn't just an employment issue. Hence the comment framed as a question. This is same type of thing as when you consider all sorts of commercial issues and processes. It has much more off a crossover in the same way as AI, CSR, ESG does these days which led on to my comment about wider commercial awareness which is what firms are looking for.

I apologise if the original poster took it that way. It wasn't meant that way and did not warrant in any way the comments piled on me after. It is a shame a few people piled on without taking the time to think through what was being said.

 

[zonnonomo]

man i wish tcla had a mental health provider partnership, truly becoming a one-stop-shop for all application season needs

 

[amy2602]

NRF AC! I'm so shocked but super excited! I appreciate all the insight I can get since this is my first AC ever!

 

[User5678]

How'd you find their test?

Think it went ok, it was just basic SJT and a small section consisting of Watson Glaser ques - can’t really judge these sjt’s feedback reports much because one might think they did really well and the firm might think it wasn’t up to the mark or vice versa😢

My strengths were - open communicator and growth mindset
Weakness was personal responsibility (think I focused too much on collaboration or teamwork)

Did you apply for the discover scheme too?

 

[camrxc]

Does anyone have any insight into the second round mofo interview by any chance ?

 

[billyonthespeeddial]

NRF AC! I'm so shocked but super excited! I appreciate all the insight I can get since this is my first AC ever!

Hi! What time did you receive this if you don't mind me asking?

 

[jacksollaf]

NRF AC! I'm so shocked but super excited! I appreciate all the insight I can get since this is my first AC ever!

Congrats!!! Do you mind sharing when you did your interview and when you heard back?

 

[jojo23]

Think it went ok, it was just basic SJT and a small section consisting of Watson Glaser ques - can’t really judge these sjt’s feedback reports much because one might think they did really well and the firm might think it wasn’t up to the mark or vice versa😢

My strengths were - open communicator and growth mindset
Weakness was personal responsibility (think I focused too much on collaboration or teamwork)

Did you apply for the discover scheme too?

I applied for that too but I haven't been sent a feedback form ??

 

[c3alg]

have people heard from addleshaw goddard post vi?

 

[User5678]

I applied for that too but I haven't been sent a feedback form ??

It takes exactly one week to get a feedback report after you do the test ( it’s mentioned in their assessment invite email too)! If it’s been a week and you haven’t received one, I suggest you email grad rec to check this and also check on the all hires portal if you 100% submitted the test

 

[gazdgazd11]

For

Anyone else find CRS VI hard?

how come?

 

[Tintin06]

Holding myself accountable again (PW rejection)

CC* ✅📝❌
HSF ✅📝❌
NRF ✅📝❌
Weil ✅❌
Akin ✅❌
Sidley ✅❌
Orrick ✅
Willkie ✅🎥❌
Cooley ✅❌
Latham ✅❌
Milbank ✅
Kirkland ✅❌
Dechert ✅❌
Skadden ✅❌
Goodwin ✅❌
Covington ✅❌
Linklaters* ✅📝❌
Paul, Weiss ✅❌
Slaughters* ✅❌
Freshfields* ✅📝❌
Fried Frank* ✅
Gibson Dunn ✅
Macfarlanes* ✅📝
White & Case ✅❌
Morgan Lewis ✅📞
Paul Hastings* ✅
Hogan Lovells* ✅📝
Cleary Gottlieb ✅❌
A&O Shearman ✅📝❌
Vinson & Elkins ✅❌
Arnold & Porter ✅
Baker McKenzie ✅📝❌
King & Spalding* ✅
Winston & Strawn ✅
Morrison Foerster ✅
Sullivan & Cromwell ✅❌

Key: ✅ = application submitted; 📝 = test received; 📞 = telephone interview; 🎥 = video interview; ❌ = rejection.

*Training Contract applications

TC apps left to do: Stephenson Harwood; Sullivan & Cromwell, possibly White & Case.

 

[jojo23]

It takes exactly one week to get a feedback report after you do the test ( it’s mentioned in their assessment invite email too)! If it’s been a week and you haven’t received one, I suggest you email grad rec to check this and also check on the all hires portal if you 100% submitted the test

Ahh ok I think i did the test on the last day which was the 8th or 9th

 

[Samdeacon1902]

Does anyone know how long it takes to hear back from DACB post VI - feel like they review them as they go.

 

[SamiyaJ]

Holding myself accountable again (PW rejection)

CC* ✅📝❌
HSF ✅📝❌
NRF ✅📝❌
Weil ✅❌
Akin ✅❌
Sidley ✅❌
Orrick ✅
Willkie ✅🎥❌
Cooley ✅❌
Latham ✅❌
Milbank ✅
Kirkland ✅❌
Dechert ✅❌
Skadden ✅❌
Goodwin ✅❌
Covington ✅❌
Linklaters* ✅📝❌
Paul, Weiss ✅❌
Slaughters* ✅❌
Freshfields* ✅📝❌
Fried Frank* ✅
Gibson Dunn ✅
Macfarlanes* ✅📝
White & Case ✅❌
Morgan Lewis ✅📞
Paul Hastings* ✅
Hogan Lovells* ✅📝
Cleary Gottlieb ✅❌
A&O Shearman ✅📝❌
Vinson & Elkins ✅❌
Arnold & Porter ✅
Baker McKenzie ✅📝❌
King & Spalding* ✅
Winston & Strawn ✅
Morrison Foerster ✅
Sullivan & Cromwell ✅❌

Key: ✅ = application submitted; 📝 = test received; 📞 = telephone interview; 🎥 = video interview; ❌ = rejection.

*Training Contract applications

TC apps left to do: Stephenson Harwood; Sullivan & Cromwell, possibly White & Case.

Sorry about PW! Did they send you the PFO today?

 

[Chris Brown]

Holding myself accountable again (PW rejection)

CC* ✅📝❌
HSF ✅📝❌
NRF ✅📝❌
Weil ✅❌
Akin ✅❌
Sidley ✅❌
Orrick ✅
Willkie ✅🎥❌
Cooley ✅❌
Latham ✅❌
Milbank ✅
Kirkland ✅❌
Dechert ✅❌
Skadden ✅❌
Goodwin ✅❌
Covington ✅❌
Linklaters* ✅📝❌
Paul, Weiss ✅❌
Slaughters* ✅❌
Freshfields* ✅📝❌
Fried Frank* ✅
Gibson Dunn ✅
Macfarlanes* ✅📝
White & Case ✅❌
Morgan Lewis ✅📞
Paul Hastings* ✅
Hogan Lovells* ✅📝
Cleary Gottlieb ✅❌
A&O Shearman ✅📝❌
Vinson & Elkins ✅❌
Arnold & Porter ✅
Baker McKenzie ✅📝❌
King & Spalding* ✅
Winston & Strawn ✅
Morrison Foerster ✅
Sullivan & Cromwell ✅❌

Key: ✅ = application submitted; 📝 = test received; 📞 = telephone interview; 🎥 = video interview; ❌ = rejection.

*Training Contract applications

TC apps left to do: Stephenson Harwood; Sullivan & Cromwell, possibly White & Case.

Jheeze how have you managed to send in so many applications! 😮 Absolute machine frfr! 🙂

Are you planning on applying to White & Case Direct TC this application cycle? I don’t know if they allow more than one application per cycle so you can either apply for the VS or TC. I don’t know for sure though.

Best of luck with your remaining applications. It only takes that one yes! 🙂🙂​

 

[AlegalA]

Does anyone know how long it takes to hear back from DACB post VI - feel like they review them as they go.

Got a holding email today:
Thank you for applying for the Training Contract 2027 – England and Wales role.

All applications are currently being reviewed. We hope to have final outcomes early March.

If you are successful, you will be invited to complete an assessment at the location you have chosen to apply for. Please be mindful that we are unable to offer alternative dates or locations for the assessment centre, so we appreciate your flexibility of being available on the following dates:

Bristol:

• Tuesday 18th March
• Thursday 20th March

Leeds:

• Tuesday 18th March

Newcastle:

• Thursday 20th March

Manchester:

• Wednesday 26th March

London:

• Wednesday 26th March
• Friday 28th March
• Monday 31st March

Thanks,

 

[Samdeacon1902]

Got a holding email today:
Thank you for applying for the Training Contract 2027 – England and Wales role.

All applications are currently being reviewed. We hope to have final outcomes early March.

If you are successful, you will be invited to complete an assessment at the location you have chosen to apply for. Please be mindful that we are unable to offer alternative dates or locations for the assessment centre, so we appreciate your flexibility of being available on the following dates:

Bristol:

• Tuesday 18th March
• Thursday 20th March

Leeds:

• Tuesday 18th March

Newcastle:

• Thursday 20th March

Manchester:

• Wednesday 26th March

London:

• Wednesday 26th March
• Friday 28th March
• Monday 31st March

Thanks,

Yes, same, but I haven't done the critical thinking test yet and have noticed some people have already done it?