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[Oyinfayo]

Hello everyone. My name is Oyinfayo. I’m a graduate of the University of South Wales. Before studying law, I studied international relations. Last year, I completed a vacation scheme at Osborne Clarke, but unfortunately, I wasn't offered a training contract.

I currently work as a legal investment researcher, and this is my third year applying for training contracts. Honestly, the process is beginning to affect me more than I expected, and that's why I am here.

 

[Jaysen]

Hello everyone. My name is Oyinfayo. I’m a graduate of the University of South Wales. Before studying law, I studied international relations. Last year, I completed a vacation scheme at Osborne Clarke, but unfortunately, I wasn't offered a training contract.

I currently work as a legal investment researcher, and this is my third year applying for training contracts. Honestly, the process is beginning to affect me more than I expected, and that's why I am here.

A big welcome to the forum Oyinfayo. I look forward to following your journey this cycle - am rooting for you!

 

[TCPending2027]

Hello everyone. My name is Oyinfayo. I’m a graduate of the University of South Wales. Before studying law, I studied international relations. Last year, I completed a vacation scheme at Osborne Clarke, but unfortunately, I wasn't offered a training contract.

I currently work as a legal investment researcher, and this is my third year applying for training contracts. Honestly, the process is beginning to affect me more than I expected, and that's why I am here.

Hi Oyinfayo! Congratulations on completing a vacation scheme at Osborne Clarke - they are a fantastic firm!

I know how disheartening it can be not to convert a vacation scheme. I completed three vacation schemes this year, and did not manage to convert any of them (for a variety of reasons). However, I just secured a TC through a direct application that I made. Your vacation scheme experience will be really beneficial moving into the next cycle, and whilst I know that the process can be exhausting, you are in a really good position! As you now have experience, I'd look at applying to a mix of both to give yourself the best chance, especially as you also have experience as a legal investment researcher (which sounds super cool!).

I hope that the next cycle goes well for you, and I'm wishing you the best of luck