TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

[GXA123]

Dechert PFO here as well

 

[BAT678]

Dechert rejection after VI and written exercise

 

[JSM123]

Congrats! Can I ask when you did the AC pls?

Sure - I did it on 26th Jan

 

[lawafc2021]

I haven’t heard back from Shearman post-app in mid-Jan, should I be expecting a PFO? 🤣

 

[TCG]

Has anyone heard anything from stephenson harwood?

Stephenson Harwood PFO after app

 

[ElizaP]

Sure - I did it on 26th Jan

Thank you! V helpful, as I did it the day after and have been anxiously waiting to hear back

 

[Donuttime]

Dechert PFO post VI and written exercise

sorry about that if you dont mind, when did you complete the VI and WE?

 

[Sophh182]

EVERSHEDS VAC SCHEME!! 😭😭
Thank you to everyone who gave me advice before the AC! Couldn't have done it without you

 

[Donuttime]

Dechert rejection after VI and written exercise

is this for spring?

 

[Nicole15]

Thank you! Also, is preparing a few hours before the AC recommended.. remember seeing something in the forum suggest that I should try to do something unrelated immediately prior to the AC to help with nerves.

I think going for a quick walk to get some fresh air or listening to one of your favourite songs can really help

 

[starbright]

Thanks! Also, when they did get back to you, did you have a bit of time between their response and the AC slot?

I had a week from when they invited me!

 

[starbright]

After an AC, is it common practice to send an email to the interviewers thanking them for their time?

 

[User1726]

How long do HSF take to get back to you after AC?

 

[losinghopeslowlylol]

I haven’t heard back from Shearman post-app in mid-Jan, should I be expecting a PFO? 🤣

I applied in like November dw they start reviewing some apps before the deadline but it's still non-rolling so yours is most likely being reviewed now

 

[sxw517]

Stephenson Harwood PFO after app

Sorry to hear that - I had an acknowledgment email, but heard nothing since, so assuming the same outcome inevitably.

 

[aspiringlawyer123_]

How long do HSF take to get back to you after AC?

same day for me

 

[jagohaines]

Hi there,

I have my Osborne Clarke AC very shortly. Can anyone confirm whether it will include an interview or whether it will just be WG's and commerical tasks?

Thanks in advance!

Best of luck! Once you have done it would you mind confirming the layout of the day?

Thanks

 

[hassanali]

Strategically speaking, is it better to apply to the London office or other regional office of a firm for better chances at a TC? Regional offices have less vacancies but I assume they have less applicants as well.

 

[Abii]

Strategically speaking, is it better to apply to the London office or other regional office of a firm for better chances at a TC? Regional offices have less vacancies but I assume they have less applicants as well.

Although on paper the odds might look better I'm not sure how successful this approach would be. How can you demonstrate how passionate you are for that job and that TC when the reality is that you are not you just want any TC. I can say that I get a lot more success with my apps when I can demonstrate I want that TC and that firm and that office by focusing on the sectors because its pretty clear I want to do tech transactions work than when I apply to just a city firm in general. Arguably I've had better odds on paper with the big firms as they offer more TCs per applicant but I've got much further through the process with US firms that have many more applicants per available TC when I can evidence why that particular TC and firm is the one I want.

 

[antisocial applicant]

When someone from graduate recruitment addresses you 'hi (first name)' and signs off the email with their first name, does this mean that I am also welcome to call them by their first name or should I just stick with Dear Mr/Ms?