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  1. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Girls who have been to AC’s did you wear a full suit or just a formal blouse and pants? I’d feel more comfortable in a blouse and pants but would not want to be the only one taking this approach if it comes across as not formal enough!
  2. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you!
  3. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    My employer will not give a Reference whilst you are still in employment with them, I worked a part time job for 5 years in college then in university at a well known retail store, using them and an academic reference would be fine right? Thanks
  4. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi everyone I am looking for some advice ahead of my AC early next week I would appreciate any advice on this please! I am really happy with my prep and research I’ve done it for a week and feel comfortable with what I have. I have written it all down into notes and for the past day just...
  5. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Let me add some insight that there’s quite a few law firms who only take people who self fund! I have responded!
  6. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I have some advice if that helps, not saying I’m an expert at all but I hope this helps! As a caveat I’ve passed 2/3 I have taken this cycle so far and ones for big 4 where I work now in consulting. If the question asks about skills you think are key to success as a trainee Go through each...
  7. K

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Thank you and fingers crossed you receive an email soon!
  8. K

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I got the email update from the all hires message and it’s a link to complete the test by EOD Tuesday, so within 2 working days. I have no clue if people are being sent this in batches!
  9. K

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    After my VI passing partner review I’ve been invited to Bristows WE- has anyone else got the link? Such a tight deadline !!
  10. K

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I am really sorry about that! Was it for the TC?
  11. K

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    The VIs are for the vac scheme as are the PFOs or ACs
  12. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This is so incredibly kind @bangarangbass39 i have sent you a message, thank you 🙏
  13. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Manchester for me and my friend
  14. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi Jess I did send a PM last night should I resend? Or reply in it again? @Jessica Booker
  15. K

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    CMS Manchester rejection post VI, a bit gutted about this one😕 I was extremely happy as all the questions I could have hoped for came up but I had to complete the VI around the time of an anniversary of an extremely traumatic personal incident and nerves for the better of me, had a very visible...
  16. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Jessica Booker I have a question about adjustments for my AC, it is a bit personal a topic so if I send a DM could you please kindly answer? Thanks
  17. K

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Looking for some advice from people who have previously applied for direct TC’s in past cycles! For firms that offer VS route and TC route even if they have similar deadlines I am assuming those who applied for the TC wait a lot longer to hear back as most firms fill up VS first and then once...
  18. K

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    They did have a direct TC route from memory Hey, I just double checked my app and I think like me the person on this thread applied for their direct TC not SVS as this is a different thread. Maybe they’re prioritising filling up SVS slots before looking at the direct TC apps
  19. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much! I have tried to avoid VS where possible as I work in a big 4 consulting firm, it is not a conflict of interest but I just know my request to take unpaid leave and do the scheme would be rejected in an instant and I feel them even knowing would impact my role and career...
  20. K

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I don’t think we will hear for a while, the SJT has a benchmark you need to meet and if you do they will ‘read your application in detail’ they’ve probably only just started reading them now

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