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  1. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I didn’t convert after sitting in tax last year too but I think that’s because I was disappointed to be there and maybe that came across. But I was silly to be disappointed really. This is a 1 or 2 week experience which is so short. It’s not a career in tax and as long as you’re in the right...
  2. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I know its expensive, but have you considered getting your applications read by the admins on here and getting feedback?
  3. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I heard today! About 10am this morning.
  4. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Same question please! Any help would be great, including the nature of the interview. Thanks.
  5. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Fried Frank Interview! 😅
  6. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    If I’m honest, I don’t think they will be sending them in batches as interviews start on 10th June. You never know. Just I’m not really one for false hope.
  7. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Fried Frank WG invite!
  8. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Anyone still waiting on Mayer Brown post app...?
  9. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Congrats! Happy to dm you.
  10. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Anyone still waiting on Mayer Brown?
  11. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I think those successful heard last week, PFOs will be in June.
  12. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    They had sent out invites this time last year but it seems they are given out over several days. So it’s likely they’ve started I think.
  13. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Still nothing from Ashurst? I think they started getting back to people this time last year.
  14. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone have experience of doing the SQE a couple of years after the PGDL? Just wondering how long you gave it to catch-up on materials beforehand, how long you would recommend going back through your notes before starting the SQE prep course. Thanks!
  15. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I assume it’s a ‘stop emailing us for updates’ email but successful candidates will hear soon?
  16. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This is really a question for @Ram Sabaratnam with regards to Cooley. I was wondering if you know what they specifically look for in Vac Schemers? I know most firms are looking for the same balance of characteristics, but I've heard some place difference emphasis on the quality of the work you...
  17. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I think last year it was the last week of April. So still a bit to go.
  18. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    First thing is to check the details of your offer letters. Either offer may specify a problem about accepting the other, e.g., "your vacation scheme placement is conditional on not accepting a training contract elsewhere." Second its completely up to you to do both. You might consider not doing...
  19. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I think so yes. It should take about 48 to get a Cappfinity report but can be longer. However, since the deadline for it was exactly a week ago, I’d reach out now.
  20. James Wakefield

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I think it might be automatic or semi-automatic (so sent out if you meet the minimum requirements). I got sent one early the following morning after applying the previous night.

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