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Shoosmiths 2021

Just got an email saying my application will not be progressed for the vacation scheme but "we want you to know that your application scored highly and will continue to be considered for a training contract". I was told I would be contacted May/June but I'm not sure if I have a fair shot since I couldn't even secure a vacation scheme with them? I'm not sure how the logic works but let me know if anyone has some insight or got the same email!
does that mean that you have a guarantee for the assessment centre?
 
I think they’re reviewing them in order as the email said they review them as they come in.

Guess this means we won’t hear back until next week hopefully!
I think they’re reviewing them in order as the email said they review them as they come in.

Guess this means we won’t hear back until next week hopefully!
Yes I agree, I did mine straight after @TLS_
 
Just got an email saying my application will not be progressed for the vacation scheme but "we want you to know that your application scored highly and will continue to be considered for a training contract". I was told I would be contacted May/June but I'm not sure if I have a fair shot since I couldn't even secure a vacation scheme with them? I'm not sure how the logic works but let me know if anyone has some insight or got the same email!
I got the same email!
 
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I'm yet to apply for Shoosmiths, I have my answers drafted and could possibly get the application sent off next week. Should I bother applying considering the deadline is on 31 May and they recruit on a rolling basis? Thanks
 
I'm yet to apply for Shoosmiths, I have my answers drafted and could possibly get the application sent off next week. Should I bother applying considering the deadline is on 31 May and they recruit on a rolling basis? Thanks
If you have your answers drafted, why waste all that effort? You might as well apply now you have done all the hard work!
 
As Shoosmiths are recruiting on a rolling basis, do they contact you on your application before the deadline for applications?

Sorry, if this is a stupid question, I've not applied to a firm on a rolling basis before 😅
 

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