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Paralegal Application- Should I mention my TC offer?

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I am currently applying for Paralegal positions, as I am intending to work as a paralegal throughout my gap year. Most positions are Permanent Contracts. Should I mention that I currently hold multiple TC offers and will likely accept one of them, to make my application competitive?
If not, what are experiences I can mention to make my application competitive? @Jessica Booker

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I am currently applying for Paralegal positions, as I am intending to work as a paralegal throughout my gap year. Most positions are Permanent Contracts. Should I mention that I currently hold multiple TC offers and will likely accept one of them, to make my application competitive?
If not, what are experiences I can mention to make my application competitive? @Jessica Booker

Thank You!
This is a tricky balance as detailing you have got a TC is a positive and some roles actively recruit future trainees. However, these tend to be interim roles, rather than permanent ones. It might be worthwhile trying to speak to the recruiter/recruitment team before applying to see if they would want someone who can only commit for however long that will be for you.
 

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