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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is the Latham 2nd assessment for the OD selective or automatic?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Their idea of a lovely Halloween treat! 👻
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    The only thing to take from this is that you were a very STRONG candidate and it was a tough call for them to make! Chin up, on to the next ones.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Definitely send them an email, preferably even tonight, to say that the system was down when attempting to do the test. This shows that you were affected by the technical glitch and that you should be considered for any extensions they hand out. IMO
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just received an email from W&C early careers team confirming that the platform is down and that they are aware of this. I believe that they would have to extend deadlines in light of this! Extra prep time guys!!! enjoyyy
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Finally got the HL test invite for summer vac scheme. Applied 17/09 .....
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Sorry to hear this news! Did you do any tests for this pls?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Sorry to hear this, but yes definitely keep at it!! Please can I ask when you done the simulate?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Sorry to hear this! Is this post app or post WE?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has anyone heard back after MacFarlanes' simulate? PFO or otherwise?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    are the CMS apps only for TC? I am not able to find the apps for VS on their website??
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Congrats on making it to the AC! That is amazing. Please may I ask when you completed the simulate assessment?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has anyone that applied for Bird & Bird spring received the online tests?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Macfarlanes second test, simulate, has VI questions
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    @Andrei Radu Hey! I have been enjoying your responses around structuring answers on apps. Just wondering if you have an idea of the best way to structure the answer to this Q- What do you find attractive about BCLP's sectors/departments and which area(s) are you interested in having exposure to...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just tried to apply for the PWC vacation scheme as a graduate, it screened me out of the process as not eligible.

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