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Reed Smith - Research Questions
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For me it took a week, but I think they do it in batches because a lot of people got sent research questions the same time as me!
How soon did you receive an invite to the online test after submitting the initial application?
Hey guys,
Does anyone know whether the 5 days is a strict time frame for Reed Smith? Not sure whether I'll be able to get it done for tomorrow lol.
That being said, I really like how the test is first. If only they tested first and if successful, you move to the next stage of the application (the questions) where you have until the deadline day to submit and complete the application.
Does anyone know whether the 5 days is a strict time frame for Reed Smith? Not sure whether I'll be able to get it done for tomorrow lol.
That being said, I really like how the test is first. If only they tested first and if successful, you move to the next stage of the application (the questions) where you have until the deadline day to submit and complete the application.
Just do your best.
If you have been ill the entire time or have other mitigating circumstances then ask for an extension. Otherwise not really any excuse for not completing it in time.
yes mine were
confidence
collaboration
attention to detail
You?
Haven't hear back yet though.
Mine were drive, collaboration and attention to detail, so pretty similar! Hope you hear back positively soon
Mine were judgement, confidence, and attention to detail
Mine were judgement, commercial awareness (big lol I feel I lack this majorly), and social adaptability
I didn't but wasn't expecting to as they were just emailed.Hello all
Would like to ask if any of you have received a confirmation of submission from the team after submitting the Research Questions? Thank you!
I waited about a week or so, but it’s such a busy period I wouldn’t be surprised if it took longer than that this month
