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  1. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi all, I need to run now to another meeting, but it's been a pleasure answering your questions and wishing you the best of luck with your applications!
  2. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Thanks, Zun. We have a few Trainees that are currently working parents and are able to offer support to ensure that childcare arrangements can be met. If you are able to apply for the Vacation Scheme, you probably would have a higher chance of success as we mainly recruit from our Vacation...
  3. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Yes that's absolutely fine - it's worth checking out Forage as a virtual work experience platform.
  4. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi there Yes, I would recommend the STAR technique for these questions and ensure that you go into enough detail. Yes, we will be attending the Legal Cheek law fair.
  5. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi there - please see my answers below: 1. No, there is no change in who we are recruiting because of this - we are still looking for candidates who are from a range of different backgrounds and with language skills. 2. We are proud to use Rare's Contextual Recruitment system, which identifies...
  6. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    This is still TBC, but it's worth keeping an eye on our website for updates. No, unfortunately, we don't. However we are able to tailor your normal training contract to a sector that interests you.
  7. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi Cindy No, we have only just started interviews, so there is still time to get your application in!
  8. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    No problem! Unfortunately, there is no other way to prepare for it, as it's assessing your natural strengths and skills
  9. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi there Please see above!
  10. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    All the technical skills required such as attention to detail, analytical skills etc, communication skills and teamwork. Finally, resilience and learning agility are really important. Not going into enough detail is a really common mistake. It's more important to reflect your own values as these...
  11. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi there Yes, it's still worth applying as we don't have grade requirements as you mention. We have only commenced interviews for our Spring Vacation Scheme so it's worth still applying! When it comes to application questions, we give candidates 500 words per questions, so we see people fall...
  12. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    No problem! The link here may be useful for this: https://cappfinity.com/benefits-of-strengths-based-recruitment/ Regarding the assessment centre, it's best to prepare your presentation skills by summarising maybe a newspaper article or podcast episode, preparing a mini presentation and then...
  13. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi there You have heard correctly that our online assessment is very bespoke to the firm and is tricky to prepare for. I would recommend that you utilise Cappfinity's preparation hub, which will have more information on the format of the online assessment. You should have received a link to...
  14. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi there Our first stage interview is a Strengths based interview, so it's worth familiarising yourself with this format of interviewing. It's also worth thinking about why you want to Train at BCLP and why you want to be a lawyer. Good luck!
  15. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    I would ensure that your application form is as personal to you and your achievements as possible! Yes, we sponsor visas for those who do not have the right to work in the UK.
  16. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi Mansa Thank you for this - it's probably worth going on our trainee website: https://trainee.bclplaw.com/opportunities/london/ which will give you more information on our Training Contract.
  17. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi there Yes, we recruit on a rolling basis. If you have failed our online assessment, you will hear from us quickly. If you have passed the online assessment, your application form will then go on to be considered for interview, so it may take longer to hear from us.
  18. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    HI Oluwaseun, I would include your pre University education for 16 - 18 and your University education in the University subject box, Please don't worry about trying to convert your grades, as we have software that does this our side.
  19. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi everyone, It’s great to meet you all – I am looking forward to answering any questions you may have. To introduce myself, I’m Isabel and I’m the Legal Recruitment Manager here at BCLP. I oversee the recruitment of our Trainees and Associates across EMEA. I’ve been at the firm for 6 years...
  20. Isabel Elsey

    Ask BCLP Anything!

    If there are any other future questions, please put them on this forum and I will answer them when I can!

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