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  1. ReedSmithBecca

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    We recruit 26 Trainees each year :)
  2. ReedSmithBecca

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    No problem, I appreciate you saying that! Yes, it's a blended assessment so we consider both elements together.
  3. ReedSmithBecca

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi, you can find them listed under "industries" under "capabilities" on our website.
  4. ReedSmithBecca

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi, both the test and VI are sent together.
  5. ReedSmithBecca

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi, we have fully transitioned to the SQE, which means LPC graduates will need to take SQE2. This would be funded by the firm for future trainees and the earliest possible start date would be March 26.
  6. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    Hi Gin, Yes, we have a strengths/potential based application process and don't require legal work experience to apply, so your application would certainly be considered. Becca
  7. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    As @Jessica Booker said (thank you! :)) unfortunately you aren't eligible to apply for this vacancy as it is open to Graduates onwards. You will be eligible to apply for the London Vacation Scheme in the autumn.
  8. ReedSmithBecca

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi, just to clarify that this is a question from Rare Recruitment/Candid - i believe they use it in their data to get a bigger picture of where candidates who use the platform apply to. It shouldn't be a mandatory question so feel free to leave it blank. We at RS don't receive those answers so...
  9. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    Unfortunately I can't confirm the exact numbers as it'll depend on a lot of different factors currently. Yes, 2025 graduates are eligible to apply.
  10. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    Hi Louis, I'm well thanks, hope you are too! Yes, we do require Trainees who have QWE to still do the full 2 years. This is mainly for your own development to ensure that Trainees experience a variety of our Practice and Industry groups. It also helps when applying for internal NQ roles in that...
  11. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    Hi! Regarding the Shipping clients, as you can imagine, some of our clients and work are confidential, so the best place to find out about the clients we can talk about is here: https://www.reedsmith.com/en/capabilities/industries/transportation I would recommend saving the Reed Smith specific...
  12. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    We still have a traditional 4 seat rotation, but at least one of your seats would be done in one of our Industry Groups. Your training there would focus not just on traditional legal skills but also in-depth industry knowledge
  13. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    Yes, that sounds like a good approach, please provide some context for us in the further information section.
  14. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    Yes we will have a virtual option for those unable to attend in person!
  15. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    Yes, it is. However we have fully transitioned to SQE so we would need LPC graduates to sit SQE2. This would be funded by the firm for successful candidates.
  16. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    Apologies - I'm generally only able to reply during working hours and because of the long weekend there has only been one full working day since you asked! I'll take a look at the questions now :)
  17. ReedSmithBecca

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    No, as outlined on the application form, candidates can only apply to one Early Careers role per cycle. This is because the initial application stages (including VI) are exactly the same process and marked on the same criteria. I appreciate that you may have decided to apply to the TC vs the Vac...
  18. ReedSmithBecca

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    No, as the initial application process is the same, candidates can only apply to one early careers role each academic year. This doesn't include Open Days but would include the VS, sorry.
  19. ReedSmithBecca

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    No, it is the same initial application process as the Vacation Scheme, so candidates can apply to either the Vac Scheme or TC in an academic year. Sorry.
  20. ReedSmithBecca

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi all, I'm excited to share that we have opened a Direct TC route at Reed Smith! We are accepting applications from gradates (including those due to graduate this summer). The deadline is 20th June and we are recruiting on a rolling basis. If you have any questions, feel free to visit our AMA...

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