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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

arando

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Hi - does anyone have any experience with a missed WG deadline? I received an invite but for some weird reason it went to my spam and I didn't see it. I got an email saying that I did not pass the test (which I never completed) so I emailed the firm explaining the situation. I know these deadlines are strict so is there even a possibility that they will allow me to take it? :(
 

Amma Usman

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We are all 'work in progress' and need to celebrate our strengths but also focus on our areas for growth. Please tell us about you (strengths and areas for growth)?
- would appreciate any insights on how to answer this question! not sure if I should focus on the strength and then lightly touch on a weakness and how im working on it ?

Hi @legalxp2 ,

That’s a great question! I actually encountered this in two interviews during my application cycle, and at the time, I wasn’t entirely sure how to approach it either. Reflecting on it now, I think the key is finding a balance.

It’s important not to focus too heavily on your strengths, as this might come across as skirting the question about areas for growth. At the same time, you want to avoid mentioning a weakness that’s fundamental to the role or presenting it in a way that makes it seem like you’re not working on it.

What worked for me was to structure my answer by first highlighting a strength in one paragraph, something relevant to the role and backed up with examples. Then, I’d discuss an area for growth, framing it as something I’m actively working on with clear steps.

This shows self-awareness and also demonstrates your commitment to personal and professional development.

Hope that helps!
 
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andrecsaa

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    I am sorry to hear that, it seems like they are letting people know as soon as the application is reviewed which I guess is better than leaving you hanging or prepping for a VI wasting your time. Can I ask when you submitted your application I know that they recruit on a rolling basis but they maybe reviewing applications based on the date they were sent.
    Yes, London office. I applied on 5th Dec.
     

    fcac98

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    Does anyone have any advice for the Withers VS application form? The word count is like 60 words and questions are very vague. so do i choose 1-2 points to talk about in fair amounts of detail....? Not sure if there's a specific format that is recommended.

    thank u

    I got invited to do their test (haven't done it yet), I just chose one point to focus on for each. I chose one thing and then expanded on that, most of my answers were just two sentences
     
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