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Hello @Kirsty Wilkins
Thank you for your replies on the forum so far. I was just wondering what sorts of additional "checks and balances" have been introduced for candidates, and how this will affect the integrity of the recruitment process. Do these new measures apply those who have already...
Probably because it makes them look unprofessional for candidates to find out outcomes before they inform us. Also, since they said “w/c December 8”, they might want to let all candidates hear back at once and when they say.
On their page, smart recruiters say that archived is tantamount to...
If they had wanted you to be aware they would state it in their website. It seems like you've been blaming someone else on the forum for not telling you about a written part, really not cool
These are clearly two very different questions, and I feel like firms use both frequently. The first one is for you to explain anything in your education section, such as professional qualifications or international education. This section would be for you to list and explain.
The second...
Wow! I absolutely hated it. I found the VIs at random places so jarring.
Also, I find it very strange that they don’t ask about uni! I actually worked pretty hard to get into/complete university and its an achievement that I value, so to not even be asked about it felt borderline insulting 😅
I am filling out my skadden work experience and it seems that the "to" section of the work experience is mandatory. How do we add/say that certain ones that are ongoing?
@Andrei Radu @Abbie Whitlock @Abbie Reed Smith Any advice on how to show a genuine interest in the firm’s work? Beyond just mentioning deals and certain practices, I’m wondering how to make a compelling case for why I’m interested in a certain firm’s work that isn’t wishy washy
I’m really...
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