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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
- Thread starter Ram Sabaratnam
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Awesome that was so quick! When did you complete your blended assessment? Bristol or London?
Nothing past what’s posted in this thread over the last few days - anything more would breach the integrity statement 🙏
Well done that's amazing!! If it's not too much trouble do you remember the date you took the assessment exactly? Just figuring my own timelines out
21stWell done that's amazing!! If it's not too much trouble do you remember the date you took the assessment exactly? Just figuring my own timelines out
Anyone still yet to hear back from HSF Kramer after meeting online test benchmark for Winter VS? Is it safe to assume PFO?
Does anyone have a link for the Freshfields Strava talk later? I received an email confirming my place but there's no link to join a call?
Still waiting too, someone said that next week is their last week of AC's not sure how accurate that is though, can anyone confirm this?
I've not heard, I imagine invites will probably come out in the next week or so. If any later then probably a PFO.
sign up with another email address. I’ve been having the same issue with HSF events on the candid platform.
Just used another email address and it sent it to there.
Not sure what the issue is in general, because I don’t have that problem when registering for Willkie events.
Hey! It's there on the confirmation mail, the day when you're registering. You can DM me if you still can't find the link.
Applications only opened on the 15th and the first test invites weren’t sent out before the 20th I don’t think so you have more than enough time still
Hi!
Just to add to the other great replies - I interviewed for their spring vacation scheme last year, and I thought I'd share a few additional tips that might be helpful.
I'd recommend reviewing your original application before the interview as I was asked several questions about my academics, work experience, and extra-curricular activities that I had mentioned in the form. This information will likely be fresh in your mind anyway, but it's worth revisiting any specific examples or experiences that you highlighted.
Also, if you plan to use commercial terms, make sure you can clearly explain what they mean. As others have said, it's important to understand private equity (both in practice and more generally) give the firm's strong presence in that market. In my interview, I was challenged on my viewpoints and asked to unpack key concepts, so having a solid understanding going in really helps.
Overall, it felt like the interviewers were genuinely keen to learn more about my experiences and motivations for PW so I'd try not to worry too much (easier said than done, I know!). As long as you are able to reflect on your past experiences, discuss your motivations for the firm, and display commercial awareness, you'll be fine!
Best of luck for the interview
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