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    Hello, 1. Yes, there is a benchmark in the SJT to progress to the next stage 2. We see numerous qualities which mean that our trainees...
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    Hi Jolie For me it is when a candidate has copied and pasted their answers from a previous year and not checked if any of the...
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    Hello, We review all applications prior to inviting to the first assessment. We then review the applications of those who meet the...
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    Hi Rachel, Thank you for your questions. 1. Applications that actually answer the question and do not feel like they have copied and...
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    Hello Julia, Thank you for your questions. 1. We are looking for genuine and authentic answers to the question - we want to get to...
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    Hello, The SJT assesses the qualities/strengths that we think are important in our trainees. There is a benchmark. My best advice is to...
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    Hello, Thank you for your questions. 1. In terms of culture, Withers is very unique and different to the other four firms I have...
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    Hi Jolie, With regards to the Open Day, come with an open mind, lots of enthusiasm and questions. Katherine
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    Hello - we use Cappfinity for our Situational Judgement Test. My best advice is to answer the questions honestly and do not try and...
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    Hi Olivia, Due to the nature of the work undertaken by the family team, I am unable to share anything further than that which is on the...
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    Hi Olivia, The size of our teams varies hugely. Our private client and tax team is by far the biggest. Trainees gain exposure in all...
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    Hello S'bonelo, 1. We do consider applicants from different jurisdictions. We do not have quotas for the number we take. In terms of...
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    Hello, Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas for vacation schemes. Katherine
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    Hi Laila, Thanks for your questions. To answer them: 1. Be authentic and genuine - we know what the website says - we want to know why...
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    Thank you, Jaysen. Hi everyone - I'm Katherine and I have been at Withers for just over a year recruiting all of our fee earners from...

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