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From Kieran Sargent, a future trainee at CMS: The best advise I could give specifically for CMS is understand the business model and the reasons for its structure. This permeates into all aspects of the firm. In a more general sense, don’t over prepare. As silly as that sounds, CMS is an open firm and they like to see this in candidates. They can spot a script a mile off and so being genuine and forthcoming with their questions can really make someone stand out. I’m unsure of how the application process is now but if there is one, group tasks are important. A balance of listening and input is paramount. If someone is struggling to find their voice, perhaps ask them what their views are? I hope that helps and please wish them good luck from me!
From Kieran Sargent, a future trainee at CMS:
The best advise I could give specifically for CMS is understand the business model and the reasons for its structure. This permeates into all aspects of the firm. In a more general sense, don’t over prepare. As silly as that sounds, CMS is an open firm and they like to see this in candidates. They can spot a script a mile off and so being genuine and forthcoming with their questions can really make someone stand out. I’m unsure of how the application process is now but if there is one, group tasks are important. A balance of listening and input is paramount. If someone is struggling to find their voice, perhaps ask them what their views are? I hope that helps and please wish them good luck from me!
