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Recent content by Paige

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

    No nothing, im still waiting to hear back from them. Not giving me much hope if im being honest
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Oh no, that's so annoying especially after completing the test as well. I have heard nothing at all so I am not holding out hope lol. Thank you and good luck with all your applications as well :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone heard anything back from Gowling following their VI? (Applied to the Birmingham office)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you for providing me with these resources. I definitely think that the podcasts will help me a lot as I only really read the Financial Times but sometimes I find that listening to something is a lot better. I think that's what makes me feel rubbish as well seeing loads of candidates get...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Congratulations and it's posts like this that remind me to not give up. Thank you for writing this because sometimes I feel like all I see is everyone getting a TC at their dream firm whilst im still here trying to get passed the first round. So thank you for writing such an honest post if you...

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