TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

[GXA123]

Here’s a list of legal recruiters you can register with:

https://www.ryderreid.com/registration/

Submit CV | Michael Page

www.michaelpage.co.uk

Candidate Registration and CV Upload - Jameson Legal

Registration and CV upload Please register with us using the below form. You can also call us on +44 (0)203 427 3148 to speak with one of our consultants.

www.jamesonlegal.com

Register | JMC Legal

Register for an account with JMC Legal to access the latest roles and advice from the expert consultants at our legal recruitment agency.

www.jmc-legal.com

Hope that helps!

Once registered, a recruiter would normally contact you within 2-3 days about your job preferences and what ideal role you are particularly looking for based on your CV attached.

Thank you so muchhhhhhh

 

[AAA_a]

Is it likely to progress with Mayer Brown with two above average and three average in the test?

 

[S87]

Thank you so muchhhhhhh

Also use LinkedIn to network with recruiters and make yourself available, I literally started as an insurance tech on a 18K salary and now I am a paralegal on a trainee salary. So, it is going to take time but exploit every single damn opportunity to get your career going.

 

[John Travoni]

Is it likely to progress with Mayer Brown with two above average and three average in the test?

It’s completely subjective. You may do really well and get all above averages but you may not pass the other tests. You need to pass both tests to progress to the TI.

 

[CC03]

Here’s a list of legal recruiters you can register with:

https://www.ryderreid.com/registration/

Submit CV | Michael Page

www.michaelpage.co.uk

Candidate Registration and CV Upload - Jameson Legal

Registration and CV upload Please register with us using the below form. You can also call us on +44 (0)203 427 3148 to speak with one of our consultants.

www.jamesonlegal.com

Register | JMC Legal

Register for an account with JMC Legal to access the latest roles and advice from the expert consultants at our legal recruitment agency.

www.jmc-legal.com

Hope that helps!

Once registered, a recruiter would normally contact you within 2-3 days about your job preferences and what ideal role you are particularly looking for based on your CV attached.

This is really helpful-thanks for sharing

 

[CC03]

Also use LinkedIn to network with recruiters and make yourself available, I literally started as an insurance tech on a 18K salary and now I am a paralegal on a trainee salary. So, it is going to take time but exploit every single damn opportunity to get your career going.

Did you have any paralegal experience before? As I’m facing a similar issue. I’m a recent graduate (2021) and cannot seem to even get a 18k job. Super impressive to be sitting on a trainee salary

 

[M777]

Is it likely to progress with Mayer Brown with two above average and three average in the test?

Think that's what I got last year and I progressed

 

[S87]

Did you have any paralegal experience before? As I’m facing a similar issue. I’m a recent graduate (2021) and cannot seem to even get a 18k job

So, I am a bit privileged because I had two internships where I worked for free. I made a pact with my parents, I am coming back home for a while I have a bit of money saved..do you mind supporting me? So for 4 months I stayed home and did two legal internships. But in retrospective, this was a mistake because city firms do not care about foreign work and it took me 9 months to find my first ever long-term role. Literally noodles and chicken and endless applications. My first role was not a legal role, I recommend you to consider other industries too because you gain transferable skills. It has taken me 3 years to be where I am so be kind to yourself!

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Just got a PFO from Latham post VI

Have been rejected by two firms post VI (Latham and W&C) which feels a bit concerning... Just hope that I am able to convert the winter VS that I do have!! (touchwood)

I am sorry to hear that.

 

[Asil Ahmad]

I believe they're non-rolling for all opportunities.

Thank you for this.

 

[CC03]

So, I am a bit privileged because I had two internships where I worked for free. I made a pact with my parents, I am coming back home for a while I have a bit of money saved..do you mind supporting me? So for 4 months I stayed home and did two legal internships. But in retrospective, this was a mistake because city firms do not care about foreign work and it took me 9 months to find my first ever long-term role. Literally noodles and chicken and endless applications. My first role was not a legal role, I recommend you to consider other industries too because you gain transferable skills. It has taken me 3 years to be where I am so be kind to yourself!

Your story is so inspiring. I think the job market itself is so competitive let alone trying to get a training contract. I will take your advice on board

 

[S87]

Your story is so inspiring. I think the job market itself is so competitive let alone trying to get a training contract. I will take your advice on board

Guys,

I repeat once again, My two closest friends were a tax advisor and a PT and they got a training contract! Yes you learn a lot by being a paralegal but that will not necessarily give you a TC. I am the perfect example..so just work!

 

[Samir_O]

For those of you applying to Clifford Chance's 2023 TC is it ok to submit by 23:59pm on the 25th for their midnight deadline? just want to make sure im not shooting myself in the foot here

 

[elizabeth_98]

For those who have completed the Mayer Brown tests, how long did it take to receive your report?

 

[S87]

Any tips for the Mayer Brown test? Is it automatic?

 

[GXA123]

I have seen someone who secured a summer vacation scheme with DLA, does that mean it is a PFO for everyone waiting. I didn't hear anything after the first stage

 

[OB]

I have seen someone who secured a summer vacation scheme with DLA, does that mean it is a PFO for everyone waiting. I didn't hear anything after the first stage

I believe they go through ex first year schemers and brand ambassadors first so that person may have been one of those?

 

[kat_]

For those of you applying to Clifford Chance's 2023 TC is it ok to submit by 23:59pm on the 25th for their midnight deadline? just want to make sure im not shooting myself in the foot here

Yeah! I believe that's the deadline

 

[GXA123]

does anyone know if Pinsent Masons 2000 max characters are with spaces or without?

 

[Samir_O]

Yeah! I believe that's the deadline

Thank you!! only cause "midnight on 25th november" is tad ambiguous