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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anyone know when we hear back from the Gateley TC?
  2. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I can’t answer your question but for DLA go to the open day as they say their video interview questions at that!
  3. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi guys! I’ve just finished a VS which I think went ok. I had a partner tell me I’m a good fit personality wise and I think my interview went ok ish. My feedback on my work was that there was a lot of mistakes but they think it’s just from lack of experience. 2 members of my team have said to...
  4. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Competitive role atm, efficiency, saves money, rules out time wasters.
  5. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, I’m currently doing a vacation scheme and I don’t think it’s going well. For context it’s a week. Yesterday I was quite shy. I spoke to people and tried to ask insightful questions but I was scared shitless. I also had a task which had no due date and only had 2 hours to do it. I stayed late...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hello, I start my vac scheme tomorrow. What questions should I ask trainees? And can someone pls give me a prompt on how to introduce myself and ask what do you do here haha. Also I want to talk to people in the corporate and intellectual property teams. What questions should I ask them which...
  7. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They must be 150 is insane
  8. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yes the first question!
  9. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi! How do I talk about vacation schemes I’m going to do if they are past the deadline for direct TC’s?
  10. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi! I’ve tried to message my trainee on LinkedIn but they haven’t accepted after a week. The early careers person is doing a talk at my uni tomorrow after should I approach and ask if there’s any way to contact them before the scheme? Thanks
  11. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’ve just received my buddy for my scheme, what kind of message should I drop him on LinkedIn? Thanks!
  12. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    2027 as it is a training contract x
  13. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’m no recruiter
  14. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Just seen the gov’s plans to get rid of level 7 apprenticeship funding. I am in the final round for a solicitor level 7 apprenticeship. Does this mean it will be cut? I’m very worried and upset
  15. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    No but for the direct TC they are very strict on people having done a vs before
  16. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi! I have a VS offer for a firm which is sponsoring a moot/debate I am competing in. Will this boost or hinder my chances of getting a TC?
  17. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    If u have got to interview, you already tick all their boxes :)
  18. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, I’m meant to be dropping forms off for my vacation scheme today. However, they haven’t given me a time. They aren’t answering emails so should I just turn up?
  19. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Weird question!! I have to drop my passport off at the office for my SVS, should I dress smart?
  20. K

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone know anywhere that does good courses etc to prepare you for a vacation scheme? I know apiring solicitors do them but my firm is not a partner firm :) TIA

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