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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Not at all - you'll be very interesting at interview. One of our members I got to know fairly well was actually a former detective who recently secured a TC with a magic circle firm. Just be very clear as to why you made the decision to change and move into commercial law. It's completely fine...- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Well done Sam!- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
a I've mentioned this a couple of times but turning off LinkedIn notifications has been amazing for me. It stops the mindless scrolling when I can't think of anything better to do.- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Here you go! https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/video-interviews-tips-and-tricks.2324/#post-27817str- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Fun fact: This thread now has 1 million page views :)- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
With the stories you have been following for a while, have any in particular stood out to you? A story that you enjoyed reading and following? That would be my starting point. My approach would be to read as many related news stories as I can about the topic. For example, I would click through...- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
This is very inspirational, thank you so much for sharing! Would you be okay if we feature this post in our newsletter? You should be very proud of how you stayed persevering after multiple cycles.- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Hey guys, Just to let you know that the forum team is running a new commercial discussion each week. Every weekend, they'll pick a new topic to discuss and anyone is open to ask questions/share their thoughts. This will be based on a story in the commercial newsletter. The idea is to help...- Jaysen
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Post your rejections/interviews/offers!
Completely optional to post here, but I thought it would be interesting to get a sense of how everyone is doing? Hopefully, it'll show that even the very successful candidates have still had to deal with a number of rejections. I think @macbeth's formatting is great, so feel free to follow the...- Jaysen
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Traineeship Application
Hey Kellie, Definitely - if you were looking to have your applications reviewed, this is available to silver and gold members. You will be entitled to one review every month.- Jaysen
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Webinar 1: Case Study Interview Crash Course
Glad to hear it Holly, we hope it's useful!- Jaysen
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Webinar 1: Case Study Interview Crash Course
Hey everyone, I'm delighted to announce the details of our interview-focused webinar next Wednesday 24 February at 6pm! This is the first of two webinars which are focused on giving you the best advice we have on mastering case study interviews. It's available to all premium members. This one...- Jaysen
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Herbert Smith Freehills 10
Herbert Smith Freehills Vacation Scheme 12/4/2020 Vacation Scheme Offer 2/10/2021 Introduce us to a topic you know about and explain why it interests you. (We are looking for structure and succinctness in your answer. Your answer does not need to be related to law or HSF and it is a chance...- Jaysen
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Macfarlanes 9
Macfarlanes Vacation Scheme 12/9/2020 Interview/Assessment Centre 12/31/2020 Work History From To Employer Location Sep 2020 CMS (On Campus Promotions) Nottingham Position: Brand Ambassador How did you get this work experience? Other (please specify)...- Jaysen
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Skadden Vacation Scheme 12/31/2020 Interview/Assessment Centre 1/13/2021 Skadden Please give details of any prizes, scholarships, positions of responsibility and any other noteworthy achievements that will support your application. (250 words) In my first year at [university], I was...- Jaysen
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CMS Vacation Scheme 11/9/2020 Vacation Scheme Offer 12/21/2020 Work History From To Employer Location Sep 2020 CMS (On Campus Promotions) Nottingham Position: Brand Ambassador How did you get this work experience? Other (please specify) (approached to apply)...- Jaysen
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Herbert Smith Freehills Vacation Scheme 12/4/2020 Interview/Assessment Centre 2/5/2021 Introduce us to a topic you know about and explain why it interests you. (We are looking for structure and succinctness in your answer. Your answer does not need to be related to law or HSF and it is a...- Jaysen
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White & Case 10
White & Case Vacation Scheme 11/6/2020 Interview/Assessment Centre 2/15/2021 Work History From To Employer Location Sep 2020 CMS (On Campus Promotions) Nottingham Position: Brand Ambassador How did you get this work experience? Other (please specify)...- Jaysen
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Willkie Farr & Gallagher
Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP Vacation Scheme 11/1/2020 Interview/Assessment Centre 2/1/2021 Please explain why you would like a career in commercial law. Max 250 words My interest in commercial law stems from being raised in a developing region. Being raised in the Caribbean and...- Jaysen
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Norton Rose Fulbright Vacation Scheme 11/9/2020 Vacation Scheme Offer 2/12/2021 Include why you think you will be a good commercial solicitor and why you are applying to Norton Rose Fulbright. (750 words max) Dear sir/madam, I am writing to you to apply for Norton Rose Fulbright’s...- Jaysen
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