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

    I need to prepare for a behavioural based interview. Can I use the star method to answer ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

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

    There are so many variables and I think you need to consider what you want from your career. Rankings are good, but then it all comes down to you. I am not a big fan of Macfarlanes because is very old white, british and lacks of the international appeal I look for. However, I know nothing about...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

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

    I got in touch with Dechert and they said that they are close to the completion of application screening. So, another PFO for me! Well time to boost my salary with a new job :p:cool:
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Amen to that..there is always room for improvement!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @Jessica Booker and Gemma, I understand and agree with some of your remarks. However, may I ask you how candidates can understand how to improve their apps? I mean, if I receive a general rejection how do I know what went wrong? English is not my first language, however I have British...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Well, I am just waiting for my Links PFO at this point.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    No, I have not but not holding my breath
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    May I ask you when did you apply and hear back?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Did you guys hear back from Covington?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    First of all congrats, May I ask you when did you apply and when you heard back?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you I will do it now.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Guys if you see a recruitment agency named on chace people don’t apply! I applied through LinkedIn and they seem dodgy! Although they have my cv and know my voice, I am not particularly worried but just pay attention.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Well to be honest I am expecting nothing from firms I applied and did tests before January and had their deadlines around the same time. Sometimes you just to move on for the sake of your mental health, so I am only waiting to hear from 3 firms.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I am glad that women are not like law firms..because the ghosting is just brutal!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I finished last night and I feel like I want to get rid of this bad cold and go back to the gym. I am thinking about to take on a physical challenge called HYROX..if you guys want to join me, we can train together!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I cannot believe it but I can take a pause from applications..now I just need to get better with post Covid symptoms!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    No
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Well I have to say that you were lucky, I did not even get my feedback after my research question. I feel like that this trend of “record number” especially now that they are using Capp assessments.
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