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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    In my experience to get a foot in the door is email your CV and create a short but sweet ‘cover letter’ style email about why you like the firm and why you think you’d be a fit. Best to target smaller firms. If one of them likes you, chances are they might have something for you. Only takes one...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    And finally… the long awaited RPC PFO!! Honestly just happy to know :) did anyone else who received a PFO have any success in obtaining their WG score?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hey!! They definitely do and they’re super big on it. Went to an open day in London a while back and they said they were happy to refund even £2 bus or tube fares loool
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I feel the same! I like that in an interview you have a little bit more control - so can clarify the question when needed and know exactly what they want. I think VIs you just have to try and do the best in the circumstances, and if that means choosing something less relevant and making it work...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hey!! My approach when I’m really at a loss is just pick and example I’ve already prepared for a different sort of question and make it as relevant as I possibly can by using signposting. For example, if for some reason I didn’t prepare an answer for problem solving and had never come across...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Me too - I don’t think we should worry too much as I know some people did VI in like November lol so I think it’s a matter of working through applicants
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Incredible !! Congratulations !!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone ever experienced any problems with Shortlister for VI? Mine crashed about 5/6 times during a VI today and I had to re do two of the questions three times. I actually think it went quite well overall!! also emailed the firm to let them know what happened - is there any chance the...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Please RPC.... why am I still waiting for my post-WG PFO 😭😭😭 I took it a month ago this week
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I got one on Friday - I would say hold out for it. With mishcon they were giving offers out in November and I got one two weeks ago. I think they said they’d get back to everyone by end of Feb
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Feel free to give me a message!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I read on here that some people have had feedback from firms on 'how do you differentiate yourself from other applicants' questions where they've said it's not sufficient to speak about skills that you've developed and how they would be applicable to the role (makes sense, but also explains why...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Heyy, my usual approach to this q is to look at sectors or practice areas and what the firm is most known for, and pick a specific area that’s most suited to that. E.g if it’s well known for private client work you might go for a major private capital hub or if it’s known for innovation and tech...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    @Jessica Booker Do you think it's best to lead with one of these, explain its importance, and give a specific example of how it differentiates itself in that area from another competitor?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I know someone who has an AC at PMC in a week and a half :) idk if that’s helpful!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I applied to London office day before the deadline :) hope that’s helpful - fingers crossed for you!!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    CRS VI 🥳 GOD I hate these things. What’s worse than waiting to hear is actually having to do the VI - any tips would be massively appreciated !! Happy to help with MdR
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I’m beginning to think maybe it’s not the case because PFOs have gone out but a lot of people on here haven’t received one. At the open day they defo mentioned they were holding two rounds of ACs and one was much earlier. Each of their groups for AC were super small (I read 5 on here) and they...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I SO get this - I’ve gotten to a point with second stage SJT/WG/VIs now where I’m going to compile a list of boutique city firms that don’t use the same app structure bc sometimes those second stages make me feel so defeatist as it seems like such an arbitrary way of getting rid of candidates...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    The 60 seconds honestly felt like 10 - idk how that last q was possible in the time 🤣🤣

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