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📅 Vacation Scheme & Open Day Applications 2025–26
Planning to apply for vacation schemes, open days or insight schemes? Join our dedicated threads for support, deadlines, and discussion:
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2025–26 Vacation Scheme Deadlines
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread
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2025–26 Vacation Scheme Deadlines
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
That makes sense. Thank you as always Jessica.- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Why does the firm invest so heavily in 25 trainees, if their intention is to keep 2? Surely it makes sense to have a smaller intake then. Any thoughts?- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Do you have to complete the Pinsent Assesment straightaway or can I complete it later?- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Thank you Jessica!!!- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
What's the difference between work experience and positions of responsibility?- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
How many questions do Pinsent Masons ask in the VI?- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Could you provide some insight into what these questions were lol I don't have an AC with W&C but wanna be prepared for other firms! Thank you :)- futuretrainee2025
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Allen & Overy Application Update
It means you passed the SJT but are considering your application holistically. I received the same email before a rejection, but someone else received it before an AC invite. Don't worry too much!- futuretrainee2025
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- Forum: Introduce Yourself Here!
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Is it okay if I respond under the time given for a VI? Say we have 2 minutes and my answer is 1.5? Feel like I'm guilty of this lol- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
About a few days but I've heard for some people it took about a week or so- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Any tips for answering strengths-based questions?- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Can anyone provide any insight on what the DLA VI is like? You can PM me if you like. Just really want to know whether it is competency, strengths-based, commercial etc- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Usually, no- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
How long does it take for DLA to respond after the WG and what is their VI like? Competency, motivational, commercial questions? No clue what to expect (granted I pass onto the next stage!)- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Did you apply for the Winter VS?- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
What types of questions does the DLA VI entail? ie competency, motivational, commercial etc- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Does anyone know any good private equity newsletters/websites?- futuretrainee2025
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
You're a legend. Thank you!- futuretrainee2025
- Post #352
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Does anyone know any firms with straightforward application processes? ie online application and then AC- futuretrainee2025
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi Rebecca, what would you say are the core practice and specialisms of Reed Smith at the London office? Also, what seats are offered to trainees? Thank you!- futuretrainee2025
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