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I'm not sure but I would recommed calling recruitment/ emailing/ messaging on LinkedIN (if they are a first connection)
Hey so turns out there is a limit on the word count for the work experience. Mine won't let me go beyond 650 words.
Going to slightly disagree with Jessica here - the A&O website on their do's and dont's says:
"Whether it’s heading up a society, working in hospitality, or doing volunteer work – tell us about all of the experiences that have shaped you, and how. Always make the link between what you have learned from those experiences and how it is relevant to a career in law."
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Just shows you the differences and preferences in recruitment, and why speaking to the firm directly is always you best way to get an insight into these things.
Quick question for all here again - the A&O form doesn't seem to let you go back or forth, so I am hesitant to move off the Work Exp section for now. The blurb on the website is as below:
"Whether it’s heading up a society, working in hospitality, or doing volunteer work – tell us about all of the experiences that have shaped you, and how. Always make the link between what you have learned from those experiences and how it is relevant to a career in law. It shows that you have thought about the transferable skills you have gained and also that you have done your research and understand the role and firm you are applying to.
Demonstrate proactivity and motivation to develop your knowledge of the legal industry. Have you attended firm events or completed shadowing alongside your studies? If so, highlight these efforts. A lot of universities host this sort of activities but if yours doesn’t most law firms will run events at their offices or virtually, mainly during the autumn term – take every opportunity to attend those."
Does anyone know if this means we should include attendance at virtual events in the work experience section? @Jessica Booker if you would have any thoughts. Thanks for all your help & comments lately!
"Whether it’s heading up a society, working in hospitality, or doing volunteer work – tell us about all of the experiences that have shaped you, and how. Always make the link between what you have learned from those experiences and how it is relevant to a career in law. It shows that you have thought about the transferable skills you have gained and also that you have done your research and understand the role and firm you are applying to.
Demonstrate proactivity and motivation to develop your knowledge of the legal industry. Have you attended firm events or completed shadowing alongside your studies? If so, highlight these efforts. A lot of universities host this sort of activities but if yours doesn’t most law firms will run events at their offices or virtually, mainly during the autumn term – take every opportunity to attend those."
Does anyone know if this means we should include attendance at virtual events in the work experience section? @Jessica Booker if you would have any thoughts. Thanks for all your help & comments lately!
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They seem to be actively encouraging you to include this detail, so on that basis, do so.
Hey does it let you go back at the end for a review? I'm also scared to press continue lmao
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If pre-lunch time, Friday should be fine.
Sorry to hear that, I recommend calling GR and checking x
Normally, once it's submitted it's done - you could try to add more information to the application to clarify or send an email with clarification about what the issue is so that it's clear you've been honest to the best of your ability. What did you mess up?
Hi i know im super late but how long did it take the link for the assessment to be sent after submitting the app?
