Why do you want to pursue a career as a solicitor at Clyde & Co and what are the main challenges for the firm? 400 words
Studying modules exploring Chinese business and law triggered my interest in pursuing a career as a commercial solicitor. I was fascinated by how Confucian values, an...
For: Vacation Scheme
Date applied: 12/13/2019
Stage reached: Training Contract Offer
When did you hear back: 12/7/2020
You have told us about your academic achievements and work experience and now, in no more than 600 words, we are keen to hear more about you. This should include your...
For: Vacation Scheme
Date applied: 1/4/2016
Stage reached: Vacation Scheme Offer
When did you hear back: 2/1/2016
Please describe an achievement of importance to you. (Please limit your answer to no more than 200 words)*
This year I was elected to be the Women’s Representative for my college...
For: Vacation Scheme
Date applied: 10/12/2018
Stage reached: Training Contract Offer
When did you hear back: 9/18/2019
You have told us about your academic achievements and work experience and now, in no more than 600 words, we are keen to hear more about you. This should include your...
One of my greatest achievements was as President of the **** (****) where I led **** to be nominated for a record 3 awards and winning 1 at the 2018 *** Awards.
During the election period, students felt that event ticket prices were too high. To reduce prices, I sought to increase the society's...
For: Vacation Scheme
Date applied: 11/16/2017
Stage reached: Interview/Assessment Centre
When did you hear back: 1/9/2018
Dear Claire,
Application for Summer Vacation Scheme at Cleary Gottlieb
Understanding that Cleary Gottlieb recruits with a long-term goal, I make this application with the...
For: Vacation Scheme
Date applied: 1/10/2020
Stage reached: Video Interview (if non-automatic)
When did you hear back: 2/17/2020
Shoosmiths LLP
I recently began my position as a paralegal in the Real Estate department. My role involves conducting research and drafting lease reports which...
For: Vacation Scheme
Date applied: 12/28/2018
Stage reached: Interview/Assessment Centre
When did you hear back: 1/12/2019
Berwin Leighton Paisner
Kalm Kitchen (100 words)
Working with a catering company at big events has advanced my interpersonal and teamwork skills by working with my...
The legal sector is subject to continuous change and competition. What can BCLP do to stay profitable and what should BCLP be highlighting to clients when pitching for work? (250 words)
To remain competitive, BCLP has sought to reduce overhead costs by exploring and investing in a range of...
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Work History
Duration From To Location Status Law Related
0years, 0months, 0weeks Nov 2018 London, United Kingdom
Employer: Dominvs Group Position...
How does BCLP align with your ambitions for your Training Contract and beyond? Why BCLP? (250)
The intellectual rigour and intricacy that a Law career involves compel me towards its pursuit. Reading PPE at Durham University has taught me to analyse narratives, deduce their salient points and...
The legal sector is subject to continuous change and competition. What can BCLP do to stay profitable and what should BCLP be highlighting to clients when pitching for work? Maximum 250 words
To generate more revenue, BCLP should strengthen client relationships to cross-sell and upsell services...
For: Training Contract
Date applied: 7/22/2019
Stage reached: Video Interview (if non-automatic)
When did you hear back: 8/2/2019
Bristows
Work experience (150 words)
Fieldfisher (150 words)
In the real estate team I was given a great deal of responsibility and a wide variety of work. I...
For: Vacation Scheme
Date applied: 9/15/2019
Stage reached: Interview/Assessment Centre
When did you hear back: 11/14/2019
Based on your research, what do you understand to be the biggest opportunity for one of the sectors in which we specialise?
I believe emerging markets in Africa and...
For: Vacation Scheme
Date applied: 11/12/2018
Stage reached: Interview/Assessment Centre
When did you hear back: 1/25/2019
Work experience (250 words)
Kalm Kitchen
Working at Kalm Kitchen for a long period of time has given me the opportunity to work in a range of positions with different...
For: Training Contract
Date applied: 7/13/2020
Stage reached: Interview/Assessment Centre
When did you hear back: 7/16/2020
Dear Ms. Stanley,
I am writing to apply for the Baker McKenzie Training Contract. I initially became aware of this opportunity through my role as Baker McKenzie...
For: Vacation Scheme
Date applied: 12/30/2019
Stage reached: Video Interview (if non-automatic)
When did you hear back: 2/22/2020
Dear Ms Stanley,
I want to start my cover letter by outlining my interest in commercial law and my motivations for becoming a commercial solicitor.
I started to...
For: Vacation Scheme 3/19/2021
Date applied: 12/1/2019
Stage reached: Vacation Scheme Offer
When did you hear back: 3/19/2021
1. Cover Letter (Max 750 words)
Dear Ms Nicola Stanley,
I am X, a second-year University of Bristol LLB Singaporean student. Attending Baker McKenzie’s 2019 Singapore...
For: Training Contract
Date applied: 3/31/2020
Stage reached: Video Interview (if non-automatic)
When did you hear back: 4/26/2020
Please address your cover letter to Ms Nicola Stanley, Graduate Recruitment & Development Manager.
Dear Ms Nicola Stanley,
My interest in law as a career began in...
Covering Letter
Please ensure you cover the following points, and include any key items you think we should consider which are not covered elsewhere:
What excites you in becoming a Commercial Solicitor
What drives you to apply to Baker McKenzie
Three key skills you possess which...
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