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  1. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Can't recommend "Developing your Commercial Awareness: Understand the City, the Financial Markets & More" enough! I've never found such a comprehensive guide to commercial concepts and they really helped me at the latter stages of applications this year (ACs and interviews). It depends on what...
  2. j.s.cox

    My Training Contract Journey

    Update: Part-time Work Sent out a few CVs for this and haven't heard back yet. I'm looking at a mixture between local jobs and have also signed up for Flex Legal to see where opportunities come up first. British Sign Language I found a really good online course for this which is affordable and...
  3. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    At the application stage, I think it's just about getting to the next stage. If you are successful past this, you should be able to do more in-depth research. I've also found it easier to front end the research by doing lots of networking and attending free virtual events or open days to gather...
  4. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    It depends on your circumstances. You want to get as many well-researched and well-written applications completed as possible. For some people this could be quite high (10+ applications), for others this may be as low as 1-2 applications. It depends on your circumstances, how much time you have...
  5. j.s.cox

    ml_vk2022's Training Contract Journey

    So glad to have inspired someone to start documenting their journey. I'll be sure to follow your updates!
  6. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    My friend interviewed for a VS with them on Tuesday and heard back with positive news on Thursday. Apparantly they said they would let people know by the end of the week.
  7. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    This thread could also be useful.
  8. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    You can find Vac Scheme deadlines here and Direct TC deadlines here.
  9. j.s.cox

    Should I accept the interview?

    I know I've asked about this before, but circumstances have somewhat changed and I need a bit more advice. I've added in a bit more context than previously as this is not on the main thread. @Jessica Booker any thoughts? I currently have a TC offer with NRF. I was also offered a Direct TC...
  10. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    This is what it was last year: There was also a work experience bit, a space for grades, and a section to write about extra-curricular activities. The things they were looking for you to demonstrate were:
  11. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    DAC Beachcroft
  12. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    For firms whose open days I have attended, I would go about it by mentioning something specific about the firm and saying that the information I found was confirmed by the person I spoke to (obviously only if it actually was). For firms where I have attended other firm open days, I would go...
  13. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Just saw this on LinkedIn and thought it could be helpful to share here as well. Thanks @Paul - Shearman & Sterling for the tips!
  14. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    It's a VI. Prepare for a question asking how your friends would describe you and the classic 'why law?' and 'why V&E' questions. ETA: There is no time limit for preparation and you can re-record as many times as you like. This was not a good thing for me as I ended up spending 3 hours on...
  15. j.s.cox

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    If they allow you to explain, you could say yes and then say how you know them? I don't know if there is a right answer to this.
  16. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    It varies firm to firm. The percentile will be different depending on the benchmark group. If this is a bunch of partners, your percentile may be lower than if the benchmark group is a few trainees. 75% is a good score, though. From memory, I think that would place you in 88-90th percentile with...
  17. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    They know that people have lives and shouldn't penalise you for missing it. Just make sure your phone is on today!
  18. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    So great to see your success this cycle!! From no ACs to 2 in a matter of days. Absolute legend 👏
  19. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I would accept it. You don't have the TC yet so I don't see why Firm X or Y would see it as a problem. Any other thoughts @Jessica Booker ?
  20. j.s.cox

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    NRF AC Case Study This is a really simple exercise. You get given a powerpoint with information on lots of different slides, 30 minutes to prepare a presentation, then a certain period to discuss with an associate. It is often asking what the best option is out of a series of choices. The...

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