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I definitely share this experience. I did a video interview for a vacation scheme at Bird & Bird in my second year of uni and was not offered an AC due to them being at capacity. Was told my application would be put on hold and fast-tracked for the AC next year, but they changed HR teams and...
I have been deep in the crypto space for a few years now. I am not sure about the validity of this, but I spoke to a restructuring lawyer on Crypto Twitter who advised me to not discuss crypto in my application. He said it was more likely to be a net negative than a net positive, given how...
Hello,
I am answering the following two questions in relation to a direct Training Contract application. I would appreciate some input, as it is not entirely obvious to me how detailed my second answer should be.
Do you require a work permit to work in the UK?
No
Do you currently hold a valid...
Hello!
Do law firms generally have their assessment centres on weekdays or weekends? And is it possible to do them virtually? I understand that it would be beneficial to attend them in person, but I am based outside the UK and have a job. While I will try to attend them in person, I am unsure...
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