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    Which law firms recruit on a rolling basis? (2020-21)

    Does anybody know if TLT vac scheme applications are on a rolling or non-rolling basis?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Congratulations! I had my AC today so fingers crossed for the same result- how long did you wait to hear back after your AC?
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hi everybody! As a CMS BA this year I want to let everybody know about the current opportunity on offer! Not only will signing up to CMS' mailing list give you the chance to receive exclusive hints and tips from the Early Talent Team and be the first to know about new events and opportunities...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Thank you!
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica, If an application entails commercial awareness questions, a personal accomplishment question and a why the firm question- what sort of answers would you expect to see for "Please provide any further information about yourself that is relevant to your application (250 words)"? Thanks
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica, If a firm asks if you know anybody from the firm, is it necessary or beneficial to include people that you have perhaps had brief conversations with on LinkedIn such as for asking for advice? I am not sure whether this would be relevant to mention. Thanks!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    My video interview last year was that exact format and for around 4/5 questions? You'll get instructions before you start though I'm sure- good luck!
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    CMS 2020/1 Opportunities

    Hi! I know we have been told not to expect to hear anything back until after the deadline generally. However, I did see on the student room that some students have received video interviews already!
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    Common mistakes on application forms.....

    Hi Jaysen! I hope this doesn't come across as a silly question, I am maybe overthinking it. If you were talking about why you find a business story interesting, what is the 'why' element that firms are actually looking for? Is it the general topic, the area of law, the type of parties involved...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey! I'm a brand ambassador for CMS and you are unlikely to hear back anything after the WG test until after the application deadline has passed! Hope this helps :)
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica I am currently completing my application for TLT's vacation scheme and the platform they use is one I have not come across before. There are two brief sections for career history and education history. Should I include work experience in the career's history section? Also, rather...
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hey everybody! Just to let people know that CMS are hosting a new webinar series- it begins Thursday October 15th with 'Researching the Right Firm'! No matter where you intend to apply or if you are undecided, this webinar will be great for everybody to learn some great tips on how to choose...
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    CMS Opportunities SCOTLAND!

    I just wanted to let everybody know that CMS have opened their mailing list up again! It's a really great way to get insider tips for your applications, keep up to date with events and upon registering you have two lucky dips entered into a £150 voucher give away! You can unsubscribe at any time...
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hi everyone! I am a brand ambassador for CMS this year and I just wanted to let everybody know that CMS have opened their mailing list up again! It's a really great way to get insider tips for your applications, keep up to date with events and upon registering you have two lucky dips entered...
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    CMS Opportunities SCOTLAND!

    Hi everybody! I am a brand ambassador for CMS this year specifically in Scotland and at the University of Glasgow! I wanted to start this thread specifically for anybody who is undertaking a Scottish law degree as the process and eligibility can differ! If you are undertaking an English law...
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hi everyone! Just to let everybody know that CMS have opened their applications for both their First Steps Programme and CMS Academy! Click here to apply and don't forget that applications are assessed on a rolling basis- http://ocply.co/cms2020-glas-web I am a brand ambassador for CMS...
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    I think that this also demonstrates the variation across universities! At Glasgow University we have 24 hours in comparison to 48, and I know Strathclyde University has 3 days.
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    CMS Video Interview

    Has anybody here received an offer for First Steps in Glasgow? I received an email yesterday so it would be good to connect with any other people doing it too?
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