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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    DACB Manchester PFO
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I did
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I've just received a Gateley PFO, despite receiving an invitation to attend an AC on Wednesday! Anyone else?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Nope not heard anything yet
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Manchester 😄 you?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’ve just received a Gateley AC too!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I haven’t received anything yet either
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I think so: Whichever route you choose to follow, the recruitment process and application deadlines are the same. Our online application is open from 1 October 2023 to 31 January 2024, and we will respond to all applications in the weeks following this deadline, to advise if your...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Me too!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Is anyone applying for Brabners, or has done in the past and has any tips please?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, how long did it take for the SJ test to come through? I applied a week ago and I haven't received anything yet. The website says it will be sent shortly after the application is submitted. Thanks :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I completed the VI last Saturday and also received the critical thinking test today
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Not yet
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Me too, for Manchester!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Really frustrating when these firms have social mobility schemes too… I’ve been employed since I was 16, VS schemes have never been accessible for me! I was asked in a final interview why I had never done one - I don’t think they liked my answer as I didn’t get the TC!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi, I received an automated email from them earlier today saying: All applications are currently being reviewed. We hope to have final outcomes early March.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Lewis Silkin initial assessment day 😮
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    DAC Beachcroft VI

    Hi Both, did you do this VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I got a PFO last Friday
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Gateley Video Assessment. Anyone else?

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