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  1. AvniD

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    @thirdtimelucky I'm sorry to hear this 😥 please tag us (@George Maxwell @James Carrabino @Jessica Booker) in your posts on the forum to let us know if we can help you prepare while you recover. I'm rooting for you to feel better soon and knock that AC out of the park!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I think different people view answers to these questions differently, and that's because they're not all looking for the same sets of information from them. You have to try and gauge the level of detail you've been asked to provide depending on the context in which you've been asked a question...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I would focus on resting and recuperating for now. If you still feel ill Monday morning, email grad rec first thing explaining your situation and try to get them to shift your AC to a later date if at all possible. If they are not able to shift your AC, keep resting and taking care of yourself...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    @s10 this is one of the best posts I have ever seen on the forum- to realise that you choose a firm just as much as they choose you is no small feat, especially while going through the ups and downs of making applications. Kudos to you 👏 👏 👏
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I hope this helps 😇
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Strengthening ESG focus could include building up your clientele in that area, creating practices and systems that are suited to ESG clients, creating ESG-specific resource guides etc. As for partnerships, firms could collaborate with organisations, initiatives, NGOs etc. to increase their...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I'm sure you'll be fine- just really trust your instinct and try to do your best. You've got this 💪
  8. AvniD

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    There are a few ways to do this- you could invest time in lateral hiring to enhance your sector expertise, as @Asil Ahmad said you could increase and strengthen your ESG focus, you could come up with partnerships that highlight your environment+ESG focus etc.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    You have to gauge this depending on social cues, the circumstances in which you've been asked the question and the level of detail your instinct tells you to go into. If the question is generic, don't go into all the detail you can provide so that the interviewer has the chance to ask you...
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    I Got My TC After 5 Years. Ask Me Anything!

    You could try doing the SQE and applying for NQ roles or shifting laterally, whatever brings you the most luck. You'll still be UK qualified even if you don't find a job straight away here and that could be a huge advantage if you have to go back to your home country for a short while you look...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Follow your instinct with this and at the same time err on the side of caution because you will not be able to pick up on social cues in a VI to know whether your joke will be received well or not.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Prep for the VI and call them on Monday to confirm the status of your app- if they said you're through to VI, then you will have prepped for it. If they say no, then you would've brushed up on your VI prep for future applications.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    You have been such a bright spot on the forum- helpful, insightful and so supportive. I genuinely feel so joyful seeing you flourish!! Wishing you the very best @Rob93! 👏👏👏
  14. AvniD

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Congratulations y'all!!! Very well done 👏👏👏👏 Linking some posts here and here to help with your preparation!
  15. AvniD

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Your attitude towards this is so commendable- I'm rooting for you!! 😇
  16. AvniD

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I would encourage you to apply for direct TCs with the experience you have, especially if you feel they're better suited to your background, however, please know that they're not easier than VS apps. I feel for you when you say you're broken from VS rejections- do you think you'll benefit...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Sounds sort of like a waitlist. Wouldn't consider it a PFO but wouldn't keep my hopes high either.
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    WBD Application Question 2022

    Honestly love this application question. Such a great way to demonstrate your motivations for working at the firm/firm research and your commerciality all in one place. I would state the location ➡️ state the project and give a brief background for it ➡️ I would then move to explain my interest...
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    I Got My TC After 5 Years. Ask Me Anything!

    Hi @Internationalsolicitor! I wonder whether you're technically considered overqualified for a training contract if you've already qualified and worked for 2 years after that in your home country. May I ask why you aren't keen on applying for jobs as an associate? Also tagging @Jessica Booker...
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    Buy-Now, Pay-Later

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