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  1. Sebastian Clark

    Simmons & Simmons Application Thread

    Hi all! Thought I would create an S&S thread. Just a quick one on this - as I'm sure people know, S&S are fairly light on application questions, instead (presumably) focusing on how well you do on the SJT, Video interview etc. Their only question is the classic: Please give details of your...
  2. Sebastian Clark

    What time on Deadline Day?

    May seem like a stupid question, but wanted to double check: With most firms having their training contract deadline day on the 31st of July, does this mean the deadline is 23:59 on the 30th? (i.e when it's officially 00:00 on the 31st, the window shuts?) Or is it just 23:59 ON the 31st, and...
  3. Sebastian Clark

    'Self Betterment' in lockdown with a full time role..?

    Hi all, I've seen a lot of advice being given to training contract hopefuls about making sure that you have 'learnt something' during this lockdown period so you can demonstrate at interview that you have used the time productively. However, I am still in full time employment, and while I'm...

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