i know this is probably a very obvious question but just want to check so im covering all bases but have a 'critical thinking test' coming up and not sure if it will just be WG based or further than this? there are zero details in the email
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Register Hereis this also for DACB? I was planning on doing it now, could give you insights if it's thati know this is probably a very obvious question but just want to check so im covering all bases but have a 'critical thinking test' coming up and not sure if it will just be WG based or further than this? there are zero details in the email
genuine question here - are regional offices really less competitive by a significant amount? Or is it just an assumption? Sorry guys for butting into your convo lol
i know this is probably a very obvious question but just want to check so im covering all bases but have a 'critical thinking test' coming up and not sure if it will just be WG based or further than this? there are zero details in the email
Generally yes, but I think it really does vary by firm, quite often there's significantly fewer places on a vac scheme/training contracts than in London. I spoke with someone at a firm's event about this. Wasn't given specific numbers of course, but was essentially advised that in some years a regional opportunity can even be more competitive, as the vast majority of TCs are on offer in the London office, vs only a handful in some regional offices. 2000 applications for 50 spots in London, is better odds than 300 apps for 5 spots in Manchestergenuine question here - are regional offices really less competitive by a significant amount? Or is it just an assumption? Sorry guys for butting into your convo lol
spring but did AC last week. trying to gather where they are up to!I think most of us haven't heard back on anything for the Summer Vacation Scheme HAHA
Did you apply for the Spring or Summer Scheme and were you on their open day?
Does anyone have any insights into Jones Day AC?
I think most of us haven't heard back on anything for the Summer Vacation Scheme HAHA
Did you apply for the Spring or Summer Scheme and were you on their open day?
Also interested!Any more Latham offers / rejections post AC today?
thank you! do u have any insights into the group task or senior lawyer task?Hiya @GSJ
Amazing job on getting to the AC! The Jones Day recruitment process has changed slightly since I was on the scheme, but I hope the following is useful to you. In addition to having strong research about the firm, you may be asked questions about areas of law or business that you’ve expressed interest in at the application stage. For example, I was asked several questions about the National Security and Investment Act, and I'd prepared for this because I'd mentioned my interest in the defence sector in my application and knew it might come up again.
Think about what makes Jones Day particularly appealing to you. Many applicants discuss the non-rotational training system, which you can definitely mention. However, I'd encourage you to consider other aspects of the firm that really affect how it delivers client services and demonstrates real legal expertise. You might want to think, for instance, about the firm’s global structure (the “one firm worldwide” approach), the sectors/practice areas it’s particularly strong in (real estate finance and mid-market private equity matters, as well as in areas such as fraud and civil litigation), its top-tier reputation for client service (Jones Day consistently ranks highly in surveys on client satisfaction), and also its chief competitors in London. Being able to convincingly articulate why 2-3 of these reasons matter to you will help your answers stand out during the partner/associate interview. Best of luck with the AC!
for the freshfields PS, would u recommend addressing it to grad rec/someone (i.e., format it like a cover letter) or just start with the statement directly?
I am not Ram, but if you do email Graduate Recruitment I would avoid mentioning your other assessments as I doubt they’d be sympathetic and they aren’t on the same dayHi @Ram Sabaratnam
I have a bit of a scheduling challenge and would appreciate your advice. I recently received an AC invitation, but the available date is the 30th. I already have an AC scheduled for the 29th and an interview on the 31st.
With everything being so tightly packed and my exams, I’m concerned about being able to prepare thoroughly for any of the assessments. Given these circumstances, would it be worth emailing graduate recruitment to see if my AC on the 30th could be rescheduled to a later date? Should I mention the other AC and interview when I reach out?
Btw @Ram Sabaratnam if you took the most recent set of SQE exams - YOU SMASHED THEM HUNNY WE ARE ALL ROOTING FOR YOUR SUCCESS🤭🤞🤞🙏
Hey guys,
Regarding the Freshfields app, do you know if I can provide the info about my overseas academics in the section called
'Further information If you have completed any other academic or non-academic qualifications (such as Diplomas, for example) please list them here. Where appropriate include the score, grade or mark you attained'?
@what do you think @Ram Sabaratnam
Hi @Ram Sabaratnam
I have a bit of a scheduling challenge and would appreciate your advice. I recently received an AC invitation, but the available date is the 30th. I already have an AC scheduled for the 29th and an interview on the 31st.
With everything being so tightly packed and my exams, I’m concerned about being able to prepare thoroughly for any of the assessments. Given these circumstances, would it be worth emailing graduate recruitment to see if my AC on the 30th could be rescheduled to a later date? Should I mention the other AC and interview when I reach out?
Thank you @Ram SabaratnamHiya AS24
I think that's perfectly fineI did so myself when I applied. That space was particularly helpful when applying as a mature candidate with degrees from other universities outside of the UK. Good luck!