Yes was 30 minutes 40 questions but a few of the questions are example questions so think all together it's less than 30 questions
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
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Does anybody know what the chances are of converting a Clyde & Co vac scheme to a TC offer? Or how many they have on vac scheme compared to how many training contracts they offer? Thanks!
They’re currently only doing AC’s for fast-tracked applicants. So people who have been on their open days or pathfinder scheme etc. Someone who did a VS AC with Links in Jan told me that. Grad rec told her that they have two months back to back of AC’s. So I don’t think they’ve begun inviting people to AC’s for the direct TC route. Maybe they’ll start sending invites in the next two weeks. Hopefully…Has Links absolutely given up on recruiting through direct TC? Has this long a wait ever transpired before? Tried mailing them but no reply
not true actually! My friend was not fast-tracked and he had an interview for a direct TC with linklaters (not fast-tracked)
Is anyone here applying to Freshfields' London-Asia TC? The application deadline (Jan.5) has long passed but heard nothing yet. Guess I can assume a PFO...?
For Freshfields' WG - does anyone know if time taken for the test is counted while calculating the percentile?
Just completed the FF WG - I didn't get an email saying I completed it though? Is that normal?
I didn't get an email either, so it should be fine I guess!
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This article might be worth a read: https://uk-graduates.bakermckenzie.com/news/how-corporate-brings-together-practice-areas/
Hi! Does anyone know how Freshfields' application process works? As they consider the Watson Glaser and application score together, and send multiple batches of WG - does receiving a WG invite in an earlier batch mean a higher application score, and possibly a lower WG threshold? #overthinkingmax 🙃
Yes, gave the test today! Was just confused as I genuinely don't think my application was exceptional, in comparison to some of the other much better ones I've submitted (and gotten rejections for lol)
Oh wow second batch on a sat haha! Congrats!
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They compare you with other people and view applications holistically so there is no definite number
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I don’t think you could draw that conclusion.
Haha thanks! I received the invite on 15th - so the first batch only, I guess
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