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  1. M

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Thank you! That's quite a relief then. Good luck to you too!
  2. M

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Are we supposed to receive a confirmation post WG for NRF? I've not heard and can still click on the link in the email?
  3. M

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Interested to know too! I'm quite keen to apply but can't do a VS!
  4. M

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Ah that's helpful! Thank you!
  5. M

    Career changer - straight to TC?

    Hi! I can relate as I am unable to do a Vac Scheme under my current job as well. I've brought this up (along with how my grades aren't a high 2:1) with some firms who were understanding and said they do take matters like this into consideration. What you have is definitely a unique selling point...
  6. M

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I'm in the same boat! Feeling quite nervous about it
  7. M

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Hey I'm still waiting for NRF too! Have you heard back from them at all? :)
  8. M

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I think that's definitely worth the try! They definitely do recruit directly and I know people who have gotten through with less experience than yourself. I think you should do it ASAP though to allow time for the assessments and WGT!
  9. M

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Oops you are right! Sorry it has been a while but yes I added only 3!
  10. M

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Has anyone heard back from NRF? If yes, how soon after the application did you hear back?

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