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

[Jellybelly829]

I have my training contract interview coming up in the next couple of weeks at Slaughter and May and I'm very aware that the majority of the interview will be based on my CV. After initially applying, I reached out to grad recruitment in order to reupload my CV, as I'd uploaded the incorrect one. However, now I have noticed that there is a small spelling error on this CV ('on' instead of 'of). Slaughter and May are obviously renowned for reinforcing the importance of attention to detail and I'm so worried that this could jeopardise my chances.

However, on the other hand, I'm worried about unnecessarily highlighting to grad recruitment that I've had to change my CV upload twice now. I know this seems like a small problem but any insight/advice would be hugely appreciated!

 

[GXA123]

I have my training contract interview coming up in the next couple of weeks at Slaughter and May and I'm very aware that the majority of the interview will be based on my CV. After initially applying, I reached out to grad recruitment in order to reupload my CV, as I'd uploaded the incorrect one. However, now I have noticed that there is a small spelling error on this CV ('on' instead of 'of). Slaughter and May are obviously renowned for reinforcing the importance of attention to detail and I'm so worried that this could jeopardise my chances.

However, on the other hand, I'm worried about unnecessarily highlighting to grad recruitment that I've had to change my CV upload twice now. I know this seems like a small problem but any insight/advice would be hugely appreciated!

I don't think this will affect your chances at all, just focus on doing your best rather than over thinking smaller issues.

 

[Jellybelly829]

I don't think this will affect your chances at all, just focus on doing your best rather than over thinking smaller issues.

I'm just wondering whether to take action or not :/

 

[GXA123]

I'm just wondering whether to take action or not :/

Personally, I don't think its worth it

 

[S87]

When applying for a mentorship programme what should I outline?

 

[Zubin]

Hi all! I have an AC for Bird & Bird coming up. Wanted to ask if anyone has had it before and whether they have any tips or insights they can share regarding the interview?

Thanks so much

 

[summer207]

I'm just wondering whether to take action or not :/

I don’t see any point in doing so. Focus on the interview itself and I hope it all goes well for you!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hey! I'm involved in a university society and we're organising a law event. A firm I've applied to are experts on the specific topic of the event and I think they'd be great to reach out to. Is there anything wrong with me reaching out to grad rec about this given I am an applicant?

Not at all! Just come armed with information (timings, date, who the audience will be etc).

 

[Jessica Booker]

I have my training contract interview coming up in the next couple of weeks at Slaughter and May and I'm very aware that the majority of the interview will be based on my CV. After initially applying, I reached out to grad recruitment in order to reupload my CV, as I'd uploaded the incorrect one. However, now I have noticed that there is a small spelling error on this CV ('on' instead of 'of). Slaughter and May are obviously renowned for reinforcing the importance of attention to detail and I'm so worried that this could jeopardise my chances.

However, on the other hand, I'm worried about unnecessarily highlighting to grad recruitment that I've had to change my CV upload twice now. I know this seems like a small problem but any insight/advice would be hugely appreciated!

No need to highlight it or change it. Most people’s CV will have a mistake in it somewhere

 

[antisocial applicant]

What are people's thoughts on using prior experiences in strengths-based interviews? Like, if you get asked a 'what would you do' scenario, is it best to just say what you would do and explain your thought process or should you also use examples of similar situations you've dealt with in the past?

 

[GXA123]

What are people's thoughts on using prior experiences in strengths-based interviews? Like, if you get asked a 'what would you do' scenario, is it best to just say what you would do and explain your thought process or should you also use examples of similar situations you've dealt with in the past?

I like a mix of both but try to keep it short

 

[Username9999]

does anyone know the dates for Ropes schemes and whether we had to specify which vac scheme we wanted when we applied? I can't remember and want to see if they will clash with my other offers.

 

[Jessica Booker]

What are people's thoughts on using prior experiences in strengths-based interviews? Like, if you get asked a 'what would you do' scenario, is it best to just say what you would do and explain your thought process or should you also use examples of similar situations you've dealt with in the past?

It isn't really needed in my opinion - with a "what would you do" scenario question anyway - might be different with other strengths-based questions.

I'd much prefer to hear why you came to that conclusion in that hypothetical situation, rather than what you did in the past. The circumstances in the past will be different and just because you took a certain approach previously, doesn't; mean it translates to this situation. You have to be very confident that it does if you do use it.

 

[Law1099]

Manifesting a positive result from my addleshaw AC✨✨✨

 

[Law1099]

Could anyone pls tell me who Travers key competitors are and why?

Have you got an interview there?

 

[antisocial applicant]

Thanks Jessica and GXA!

 

[GXA123]

Thanks Jessica and GXA!

Goodluck <3 <3

 

[lawcurious]

What are people's thoughts on using prior experiences in strengths-based interviews? Like, if you get asked a 'what would you do' scenario, is it best to just say what you would do and explain your thought process or should you also use examples of similar situations you've dealt with in the past?

for my A&O AC my feedback was that i shouldve reflected back on my experiences when trying to answer the questions (it was a scenario based interview for context) so I'm not sure but i guess it wouldn't hurt to refer back to previous experiences?

 

[AvniD]

When applying for a mentorship programme what should I outline?

- what you're looking to get out of it
- what particular areas you want guidance in
- how the mentorship programme will impact your chances of achieving your career goals

 

[gkadh03]

Hey, does anyone have tips for written exercises in ACs or more specifically the Goodwin written exercise? It's 60 minutes long and it's quite intimidating 😬