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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    So sorry about the pfo. When did you apply if you don't mind me asking?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Was Freshfields post WG? I didn’t think they’d send out pfo so soon :(. W&C pfo too today
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I’m so sorry, was this post WG? Fingers crossed for Goodwin @Mug Fan
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hey, an hour ago
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Freshfields WG invite!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Do you reckon Freshfields will send WG on a rolling basis or is this the one and only batch for TC’s
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Any HSF AC invites for the spring/summer scheme?
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    Hii, still waiting on HSF post test . When’d you apply?

    Hii, still waiting on HSF post test . When’d you apply?
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    Oxbridge student rejected from every MC and US firm vac scheme I applied to

    Me too, was this for summer vac scheme? When did you apply? (I applied on the 26th so wondering if they’re rejecting in batches)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Jessica Booker for an application question that says 'Describe a scenario (outside of an academic environment) where you demonstrated your determination and ambition by conquering a significant challenge. What was the personal challenge and what were the actions that you took to overcome or...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I don’t think so? I emailed grad rec and they said they’re in the process of screening applications. I’m assuming that means more interviews may still be held.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Jessica Booker sent over a private message re mitigating circumstances.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Congratulations! Was this for the London office?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    @Jessica Booker Is it a good or bad thing if a firm rejects your application but mention that whilst they don’t usually give feedback at the application stage they would like to arrange a feedback call?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Birmingham office?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Was this for the Birmingham office? And after Watson glaser? I fear I’ve been ghosted
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Anyone heard from HL Birmingham?( Inc any pfos or waiting emails)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Was this for the Birmingham office?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Has anyone received a pfo from HL (Birmingham office) post WG?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi, they do!

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