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

[elizabethjo123]

Just wondering how I should go about withdrawing from a VS as I’ve been offered a TC which I’m planning on accepting and so can’t complete the VS as they don’t let you do it if you’ve accepted a TC offer somewhere else. I’m sure this happens all the time but I just feel really guilty! Is sending a nice and apologetic email sufficient ?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Just wondering how I should go about withdrawing from a VS as I’ve been offered a TC which I’m planning on accepting and so can’t complete the VS as they don’t let you do it if you’ve accepted a TC offer somewhere else. I’m sure this happens all the time but I just feel really guilty! Is sending a nice and apologetic email sufficient ?

I'd give them a call if you can rather than email.

They will need something in writing too to confirm you are withdrawing from the process, but I think a call is just a polite approach to take.

I really wouldn't worry about it though - this happens to them all the time, they are used to it. Yes, they will be disappointed to lose you, but ultimately it happens to them much more than it will happen to you, so they will be pretty chilled out about it!

 

[jhaines]

Thanks a lot for the update!

Was this for Summer?

 

[AvniD]

Okay so 2 days ago I saw online that the branch of the small firm (4-6 trainees a year across 2 offices) I’ve applied to is being absorbed into another firm.
I’ve emailed grad rec to ask how this may effect my application, but very curious to know if this is going to be a “we’re not continuing with our recruitment this year) - bearing in mind these are now apps for 2024 training contracts? Has this happened before to other people? Thanks 😊

@Hele25 it's hard to say- depends on the terms and timeline of acquisition. I'd wait to see what grad rec says before making any assumptions though, and would also expect them to not have any answers till they know better about how this may impact recruitment.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Okay so 2 days ago I saw online that the branch of the small firm (4-6 trainees a year across 2 offices) I’ve applied to is being absorbed into another firm.
I’ve emailed grad rec to ask how this may effect my application, but very curious to know if this is going to be a “we’re not continuing with our recruitment this year) - bearing in mind these are now apps for 2024 training contracts? Has this happened before to other people? Thanks 😊

To follow up on what @AvniD has said, it can depend on the following factors:

- if the firm will now have multiple offices in that same city/location - if not, then the hiring numbers may not change as they may still need trainees for that location
- whether the other firm has recruited or not yet
- if the expectation is that the firm will grow post-merger/acquisition (especially important if the trainee intakes are 2-3 years away from starting).

 

[Hawkl]

Deloitte VS🤯 After a lot of rejection I'm so glad I got an offer in my first cycle

 

[Zubin]

Does anyone know of a website that tells you the conversion rate of VSs to TCs for city firms? I'm in particular looking for Macfarlanes, Bird & Bird, and Baker McKenzie. Thanks in advance!

 

[GXA123]

Does anyone know of a website that tells you the conversion rate of VSs to TCs for city firms? I'm in particular looking for Macfarlanes, Bird & Bird, and Baker McKenzie. Thanks in advance!

I am very interested

 

[Crystal86]

Hi! Has anyone heard back from HSF from AC after 2 days with an offer? I'm thinking it's a PFO...But wanted to say a huge thank you for all the support!

 

[djqb]

Was this for Summer?

Spring 🙂

 

[Shia]

Hi! Has anyone heard back from HSF from AC after 2 days with an offer? I'm thinking it's a PFO...But wanted to say a huge thank you for all the support!

In the same boat as you here! Had my AC 2 days ago and still haven't received a response yet.

 

[Cantab_95]

Has anyone heard back from V&E post interview?

 

[Crystal86]

In the same boat as you here! Had my AC 2 days ago and still haven't received a response yet.

I'm not sure what to even expect! Let's hope for good news, if not we can say we tried our best!

 

[George Maxwell]

I'm not sure what to even expect! Let's hope for good news, if not we can say we tried our best!

In the same boat as you here! Had my AC 2 days ago and still haven't received a response yet.

@Crystal86 and @Shia, I just wanted to say that I am keeping my fingers crossed for you both.

I really hope that you do hear some good news very soon. I am inspired by your outlook and positivity though. These things are stressful and anxiety-inducing, so credit to you 💪

Please do let me know when you find out!

 

[stemlawgal]

Still haven't heard from HSF post-assessment or Freshfields post-app... wish they'd just get on with it and reject me already tbh

 

[avaelle42]

In the same boat as you here! Had my AC 2 days ago and still haven't received a response yet.

Hey, I had an AC over 2 weeks ago and have not had a response yet, so I think they might be taking a bit longer with these things at the moment. Hope this helps settle you and stops you refreshing your email box every hour like I was a few days after! Sending good luck and positive vibes your way.

 

[legalCheek27]

Ropes & Gray Spring VS offer!

 

[Crystal86]

@Crystal86 and @Shia, I just wanted to say that I am keeping my fingers crossed for you both.

I really hope that you do hear some good news very soon. I am inspired by your outlook and positivity though. These things are stressful and anxiety-inducing, so credit to you 💪

Please do let me know when you find out!

Thanks @George Maxwell for your understanding! You've been of great help!!

 

[rightletsdothis]

Does anyone else practice Watson Glasser tests hundreds of times, get top 80% marks in those practice tests, and then open up a firm's Watson test and no matter what, get like 30% ??? haha. I am so confused. Are all of these paid & free practice tests just 100x easier than the actual firm tests? It isn't even pressuring for me. Most of the firm tests I have taken aren't even timed. I just always do well in the practice and suck in the firm's test, and wondering why/???.

 

[AAA_a]

Ropes VS!!!!! Totally not expecting this!