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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi, so sorry for missing this post at the time. Not sure if this still helps but: - No, doing the SQE wouldn't disadvantage you in the application process, we consider candidates who have self funded the LPC or SQE in the same way as anyone else. In some ways it can be an advantage because, if...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi Imran, we've updated our application questions so you won't be able to submit exactly the same one. However, some questions are similar, such as 'why commercial law' - for those you're fine to submit a similar response as before as I can imagine your motivations might not have changed much.- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Our main practice and industry groups in London include Finance, Transportation, Entertainment & Media, Energy & Natural Resources, Corporate, Real Estate, Employment and Global Commercial Disputes. More in-depth information on all of our groups can be found on the 'capabilities' tab at...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi, assessments are not automated, we read every application form and progression to the assessment stage is based on the application answers you give. We have never previously released scores or advertised the benchmark we use for online assessments, so nothing has changed in this regard. We...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi, no problem, thanks for your questions! Yes, we will have a Reed Smith and commercial awareness question on our application form so recommend you showcasing your research around one of our industry groups there. We aren't looking for in-depth commercial knowledge, but evidence that you have...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Yes, we will be launching all applications, including the Open Day on 2nd October- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Yes, we will be using the Amberjack Assessments. They will be tailored to Reed Smith but if you've done assessments through Amberjack before you might be used to the style.- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi, yes, there is still a video interview. It is part of the blended assessment, although you can save your progress so don't have to do all of the assessments in one sitting- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi, glad to hear this! :) We don't currently have any vacancies in our Pro Bono team, although Pro Bono is very much a collaborative effort so lawyers from all departments are encouraged to get involved.- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi! Good to hear from you again :) I would say one of the most impressive things is when candidates have a really clear understanding of what their strengths are, and can provide a variety of examples to evidence that. Showing that you have spent time researching the firm and incorporating that...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
We do have current/future trainees who got a 2.2 in their first year. If you're able to outline the mitigating circumstances and are confident in achieving a 2.1 overall then please do apply!- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi, congratulations on recently finishing your degree! We (and other firms) will also accept applications from those who have completed the SQE, although we do have our own programme for future trainees who haven't yet completed it. One advantage can be that although we are currently recruiting...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
That sounds like a great approach. I'd also focus on something things that are specific to the open day that you wouldn't find on the firm website, like networking with current lawyers, understanding the culture first hand etc.- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
No problem! Yes, even if the interview question doesn’t specifically ask for an example, I’d recommend including one if the question allows. Interview techniques like STAR can really help structure responses. In terms of how to stand out, other than using relevant examples, showcasing that you...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi! Don’t forget the basics like good spelling and grammar, so I always recommend drafting answers to your application form in word so that you can more easily proof read them. Otherwise, do not discount all the valuable non-legal experience that you might have! Applicants commonly don’t write...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi, you’re very welcome and thanks for your question! We’re really pleased to be using Rare’s contextual recruitment system this year which will allow us to take their contextual markers into account when a candidate hasn’t met our 2.1 requirement. We also have always taken the mitigating...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Good question, however unfortunately I can’t pinpoint just 3 skills. We want to ensure that our trainees have a wide range of skills and strengths, so there aren’t particular ones that we target more than others - we instead want evidence that you have considered what you are good at, how it...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Hi Hamaaida, We’ve refreshed our assessments for this cycle and will have a situational judgement test plus some verbal and numerical reasoning tests. All will be based on typical trainee scenarios so to help you prepare I would recommend researching the typical tasks trainees do and considering...- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Yes, we’re able to offer virtual assessment days. Successful candidates can pick from a variety of time slots to hopefully find one which suits their time zone. If successful we are also able to sponsor visas for our Vacation Scheme if required- ReedSmithBecca
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Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️
Firstly, I wanted to say that we really value career changers and the wide range of skills and experiences they bring! Our current and future trainees includes those who have transitioned from sectors as varied as finance, journalism and teaching. One of the things I’d recommend to anyone is to...- ReedSmithBecca
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