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  1. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    The answer you will get is that there isn’t a fixed percentage and that ultimately they could convert 0% if the candidates were all not of a good standard and they could fill 100% of their TCs or 100% of their vac schemers could be made offers (whatever is the lower number) if the cohort was...
  2. TCLA Community Assistant

    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Firms are more interested in knowing the similarities and differences in the firms you have applied to. It helps them work out how well aligned you are to them as a firm. They know that rejection is a massive part of the recruitment process, and just because one firm rejects you doesn't mean...
  3. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    Feel free to PM me with details on your extenuating circumstances and I can provide more context/advice.
  4. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    Ideally the last 12 months. You can pick "slow burn" topics if appropriate that may have started more than 12 months ago, but there just needs to be some recent updates/changes to the story.
  5. TCLA Community Assistant

    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    I would only notify them if you receive an offer for the firm. The AC is only a week after everyone is back from the festive break anyway, so I think it is worthwhile only updating them if you get an offer. I suspect the firm are being slightly disingenuous here - they aren't just asking for...
  6. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    There is no need to format it as a cover letter. Think of it more as a UCAS application statement format (assuming people still have to do these!). You need to include anything you think is relevant in this statement. Some people do use the traditional "why law, why the firm, why me" structures...
  7. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    No - this won't be fatal at all. These things happen a lot and recruiters take logistical issues into consideration.
  8. TCLA Community Assistant

    Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!

    1) it really doesn’t matter what the event is - you don’t even really need to reference who hosted the event. It’s more what you took/learnt from the event(s) 2) No, that isn’t necessary. Your motivation and your skills are two very different questions. Focus on your motivations, not why you...
  9. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    The preparation time is typically not recorded but look at the instructions carefully as I know a couple of organisations (not law firms) where it is recorded, just to ensure integrity in the process. However, if it is recorded they will tell you this.
  10. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    To me, the indirect benefits of applying earlier are: - You potentially have more choice of interview/assessment dates - good if you are busy with other commitments or other recruitment processes - You get to spread out the "stress" and "effort" needed, which is probably better than having a...
  11. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    I very much doubt firms will provide this information unfortunately. It is something that even when you plan for fixed dates, they often change anyway, especially in these times when things are so uncertain. I really wouldn't worry about when their ACs are though - it is nothing you can control...
  12. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    Yes, I agree that you should include as much as possible even if it dates back considerably, @Nicole15 . My advice is: - Does it show something different about you - then include it - Does it show you managed your time effectively with other commitments (especially your school/college studies)...
  13. TCLA Community Assistant

    Clifford Chance TC on hold?

    This isn’t uncommon - I did this several times in my career. It’s ultimately good (if somewhat frustrating) news, as ultimately they think they might be able to consider you in future. It’s just frustrating as they can’t let you know for several months.
  14. TCLA Community Assistant

    Disclosing past mental health problem in application

    @IRO has got this spot on. As long as you are comfortable talking about this (for instance, your interviewer potentially asking for more information about this), it is fine to include it in an application and I have seen this work very well in applications in the past. When it does work well...
  15. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    Nothing like this will impact your performance in the assessment. I have lost count how many times things like this happen. If anything you get a bit of kudos if you maintain your composure and continue without it impacting your delivery once the moment has passed.
  16. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    Very much doubt it, especially if it is only slightly later. They have a lot of vacation scheme spots to fill. They also have the ability to over/under offer if needed.
  17. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    Does happen on occasion - might be worthwhile sending them an email asking for an update. It could be 101 other reasons why they haven't got back to you/why you haven't heard though, but there is no harm is a short and polite email asking for an update.
  18. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    Which portal is it?
  19. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    So the reason for this is that they are not necessarily being assessed against the same groups. Firm A could be taking your test and assessing it against GCSE level educated candidates while Firm B could be taking the same test results and assessing you against partners within a law firm...
  20. TCLA Community Assistant

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

    I don't think it is either really - just a polite update ahead of the Christmas break. It could easily be the case the team have had to take leave early due to Covid, and so any expectations to review apps before the Christmas break have had to be delayed until after the festive period.

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