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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    So yesterday I was offered a TC with my dream firm after 3 years of applications and around 40 different rejections, and I just thought I would post on here as living proof that a PFO doesn’t mean that you’re not good enough! Keep going people! 🎉 Also big thanks to all those on here for all the...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I was Birmingham, hope that helps
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey, I dont know the specific mark but the email they sent said you have to be in the 71st percentile. I hope this helps!
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    How to talk about law firms work?

    Hey guys, I was just wondering if anyone had any advice when talking about the quality of work at a law firm. How you go about explaining why that law firm in particular offers a high quality/diverse array of legal work?
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica, SPB has a CV and personal statement as part of its application process, and I was just wondering if you knew approximately how long CVs should be for TC apps?
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    Which firms recruit predominantly from VS and which ones from TC?

    Fingers crossed! So disheartening for firms to not even look at your application.
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    Which firms recruit predominantly from VS and which ones from TC?

    Hi guys, Such a helpful thread. Just thought I’d add DWF and Irwin Mitchell who both filled exclusively from the vac scheme this year (so glad I made those applications lol). Also I recently spoke to Eversheds recruitment who said they only recruited one trainee through direct tc route...
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    Application Question Help

    Hi Alice, Thanks for this, I took your advice and did some research into the competition issue and it has been really interesting. Just wanted to ask what might be a really stupid question, do you think I could talk about this on an application which asks for a specifically legal issue. I think...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica, I was just wondering if when answering 'What are your motivations to be a solicitor? What have you done to confirm this is the career for you?' for a business focussed training contract you should talk about a career in law/as a solicitor in general or if it is ok to mention why...
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    Asking Questions at Interviews/Assessment Days

    Hey guys, So I have an insight scheme this week, and I've noticed that there are a lot of sessions for FAQs and obviously they will always ask at any interview if you have any questions. This always stresses me out as usually I've been researching pretty hard so I don't have any burning...
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hey, was just wondering how you know its non-rolling, cant seem to find it anywhere?
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    Application Question Help

    Also, on a more general note, do you guys have any advice on tackling questions like this. I always feel like I'm being too broad, but I find it hard because it's asking about the sector as a whole
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    Application Question Help

    Thanks, thats really helpful :)
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    Application Question Help

    Hey guys, I'm currently doing an application and one of the questions is: What are the biggest challenges facing the legal sector and how do you think Shakespeare Martineau should respond? I was planning to talk about the coronavirus, and the challenges this poses in terms of creating...
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    BLM have paused their recruitment for the time being, they emailed us an update but just thought it was worth sharing in case anyone was waiting for news!
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica, I am currently doing an application that asks for extra-curriculars/positions of responsibility, why the firm, and then why you believe that you stand out. It then has an additional box that says 'Please set out any additional information which you feel is relevant to your...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Thanks Jessica, also I've noticed their application leaves you space to upload a CV, but there is no mention of a cover letter, do you think this is necessary given their application questions about why the firm etc. are all quite long (4000 characters)?
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi @Jessica Booker. I was thinking of applying to Pinsent Masons and noticed today that they have a virtual work experience programme. Do you think it would benefit me in the eyes of the firm to do this/if i dont do it it will look bad as I've had a look and it will take quite a long time on top...
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Thanks so much for this! In terms of commercial awareness do you mind if I ask what kind of thing they asked about. Like more case study type or general commercial issues that interest you etc.
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    I've also got an interview and would be really grateful for any advice on what to brush up on!

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