TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[berocca567]

How likely is it to get a Direct TC or even a VS having graduated from a non-law degree? is there any point at this point

 

[User5678]

How likely is it to get a Direct TC or even a VS having graduated from a non-law degree? is there any point at this point

Yes absolutely, a lot of people who do non law degrees get a tc either directly if they have work experience (in some cases even without) or via VS.

Fun fact- the team I sat in, most associates did non law degrees at uni (mostly lit or history)!
Even if you look at trainees at a firm generally, it’s usually a pretty good mix!

Hang in there, you got this!!

 

[aphelion]

Also, does anyone have any suggestions for a smart backpack for a VS? I'm a woman and cannot handle shoulder bags but I really don't own a smart backpack. Any recs are welcomed lol

There's a brand called New Rebels which does rolltop waterproof backpacks in a wide range of colours - I have one I use for work and I've seen lots of other people in the City using them. They're about £40 so it depends on your budget.

 

[Jessica Booker]

Also, does anyone have any suggestions for a smart backpack for a VS? I'm a woman and cannot handle shoulder bags but I really don't own a smart backpack. Any recs are welcomed lol

Generally anything plain black is going to be fine to use.

This is pretty big as I use it as hand luggage for flights, but it’s effectively become my work bag. I like it as it can be carried as a backpack but also has handles at the top so I can carry it by hand too.

Amazon.co.uk

Something like this (although you may want something slightly smaller) will be more than adequate and look smart.

 

[floral.tcla]

HL SVS PFO but they encouraged me to reapply to the winter VS... tbf there was a spag error in the work experience section and I applied 4 days before the deadline

 

[Legallywhatever]

Michelmores online assessment invite!!

 

[Lizzie_Sullivan]

I attended the Burges AC on March 6th, they emailed to say that they hoped to contact us with updates on the outcome by this past Friday. It is Monday and I haven't heard back, but someone I know who also was at the same AC told me they called him with an offer on Wednesday. But he also knows someone else from the AC that they contacted with a pfo... waiting on pins and needles but is it too soon to send a follow up? I am hoping that maybe it is taking a bit longer because I am a 'maybe' or will be put on the reserve list?

Anyone have any insight or have experienced this before?

 

[eguizot]

Did anyone get a VI from Fox Williams? How was it?

I have one but I haven't done it yet! Have you?

 

[eguizot]

Did anyone get a VI from Fox Williams? How was it?

I have one, but I have not done it yet! Have you?

 

[Miss Chocolate]

Has anyone emailed Mishcon for an update post VI? I am getting impatient lmao

 

[Tintin06]

Gibson Dunn or Winston & Strawn? Last VS apps I’ve got pending. Expecting rejections for both of them.

 

[toad92]

Gibson Dunn or Winston & Strawn? Last VS apps I’ve got pending. Expecting rejections for both of them.

Anyone still waiting on GD - I'm doing their second stage interview this Friday, and they have said it is the last AC they are running for this cycle (for the vac scheme at least). There is a waiting list for this AC if anyone invited can't do it, so I am also guessing it is full Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, good luck for your other app !

 

[saminoriya]

LIFT Programme offer from Clyde & Co!

 

[thelawstudent]

nrf pfo post ac. recieved this morning via email. last app for me of this cycle as well.

gutted as I loved the firm as I prepped for the AC.

 

[thelawstudent]

nrf pfo post ac. recieved this morning via email. last app for me of this cycle as well.

gutted as I loved the firm as I prepped for the AC.

further to this, is there any links to which direct TC's are still open this cycle?

 

[baj5]

Finally finally finally FINALLY I have a vac scheme offer. My one and only application to make it past the paper stage (on a formal vac scheme anyway)!

 

[Jessica Booker]

I attended the Burges AC on March 6th, they emailed to say that they hoped to contact us with updates on the outcome by this past Friday. It is Monday and I haven't heard back, but someone I know who also was at the same AC told me they called him with an offer on Wednesday. But he also knows someone else from the AC that they contacted with a pfo... waiting on pins and needles but is it too soon to send a follow up? I am hoping that maybe it is taking a bit longer because I am a 'maybe' or will be put on the reserve list?

Anyone have any insight or have experienced this before?

I would try to wait until Wednesday afternoon before following up if you haven't heard back by then. Giving the firm at least 2 working days after their original deadline is generally polite and helps to just balance out any risk of them just being slightly behind schedule.

 

[Amma Usman]

I attended the Burges AC on March 6th, they emailed to say that they hoped to contact us with updates on the outcome by this past Friday. It is Monday and I haven't heard back, but someone I know who also was at the same AC told me they called him with an offer on Wednesday. But he also knows someone else from the AC that they contacted with a pfo... waiting on pins and needles but is it too soon to send a follow up? I am hoping that maybe it is taking a bit longer because I am a 'maybe' or will be put on the reserve list?

Anyone have any insight or have experienced this before?

It’s completely understandable to feel anxious waiting for an update, especially after hearing that some people have received responses. However, it’s quite common for firms to stagger their communications after an assessment centre for a number of reasons. Sometimes, timelines shift slightly due to scheduling or internal processes taking longer than expected, particularly around weekends. In other cases, they may be working through different categories of candidates, which can naturally result in a delay if they are still finalising outcomes. Since their original timeline only passed on Friday and it is still early in the week, it might be worth waiting a while before following up.

 

[trainee4u]

Gibson Dunn or Winston & Strawn? Last VS apps I’ve got pending. Expecting rejections for both of them.

W&S I haven't heard about, but GD sent me a PFO last Thursday (complete with generic application advice with a typo in it), so maybe login to allhires to be sure your PFO didn't get spam filtered or something.

 

[trainee4u]

further to this, is there any links to which direct TC's are still open this cycle?

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