Did you request reasonable adjustments it might be because of that maybe.That's weird!
I sent my application but did not receive the confirmation email and the SJT. Do you guys think I should get in touch with the GR?
Did you request reasonable adjustments it might be because of that maybe.That's weird!
I sent my application but did not receive the confirmation email and the SJT. Do you guys think I should get in touch with the GR?
Oh yes!Did you request reasonable adjustments it might be because of that maybe.
That might be why then.Oh yes!
I am actually impressed that they are providing reasonable adjustments at this stage as firms like MB, Reeds and Links did not!
I am so sorry to hear that did you get an email about the feedback report of the test or that you reached the benchmark for your application to be reviewed.just got an email from HSF that my application will be withdrawn as there is no record of test. I took the test on Sunday so not really sure why I got this. Did anybody else have something similar happen?
No I received neither! 🙁I am so sorry to hear that did you get an email about the feedback report of the test or that you reached the benchmark for your application to be reviewed.
Dam I am sorry to hear that email them.No I received neither! 🙁
Email and point out that you did the test. They should rectify itjust got an email from HSF that my application will be withdrawn as there is no record of test. I took the test on Sunday so not really sure why I got this. Did anybody else have something similar happen?
Is this for spring or summer scheme? I’ve applied for summer and heard nothing :/Applied 18/11
WG invite 29/11
Was meant to hear back by 10/12 about VI invite but nothing yet...
nope - nada. I passed it last year so wondering if they roll it over. seems unlikely tho?Yeah me too! I haven’t heard back from Bakers yet? Have you received the Watson glaser?
The same thing happened to me last year. Just send them an email and they should rectify thisjust got an email from HSF that my application will be withdrawn as there is no record of test. I took the test on Sunday so not really sure why I got this. Did anybody else have something similar happen?
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Hi guys, just got through to my first ever assessment centre (CC). Feeling overwhelmingly anxious alongside the happiness so would be grateful if anyone could lend their expertise on how to prepare! Thanks!
Wow everyone sorry I missed this, congratulations!!! Excellent to see our members getting ACs. I hope the ACs have gone/go wellgot a CC AC too 😭😭😭
Usually I would avoid second-guessing things like this. Often they will progress everyone through the process together and ask which scheme you want to do again when they make you an offerHi All,
Just wondering re places like Weil who offer both a Spring and Summer Vac Scheme. It is to be noted that there are two different slots for the Summer session whereas just one for Spring. Does this make the Spring Scheme more selective?
Thank you
The main way I ordered my work experience was simply by reverse chronology. That also happened to involve having my legal work experience (vac schemes) up top, just because I was in the midst of an application cycle and so that was all I was doing work-wise. Nevertheless, I quite like having legal work experience at the top because if firms see one thing, they will see thatHi guys,
I'm unsure what the best way to order/list work experiences is. I've completed a few legal internships, worked with a startup on their business development and owned a business.
I'm confused as to whether I should
A] Mention non legal experiences first, followed by legal experiences - to show transferable skills and commercial experience; or
B] Mention the legal experiences first, followed by non legal ones - to demonstrate an understanding of what working in law entails (I'm a non-law applicant)
I'd be grateful if you could share your thoughts
@Jessica Booker @James Carrabino @George Maxwell @AvniD would love to hear your perspectives
PS am I overthinking this?
Probably because it's not an issue!Thanks, I had been told via an automated email to get in contacted with grad Rec about extra time in watson glaser. So I mentioned it when requesting the extra time but in the reply they gave the extra time but completely ignored the part about the additional masters? Not sure what to read into this @AvniD
Hi @Anonymous28377, it is great to hear from you and welcome to the forum!As I am currently applying to vacation schemes, I wanted to ask a question regarding my first-year grades. I’m currently in my third year.
My first-year grades were terrible. Overall I received a 2:2. My highest grade was 60 and lowest was 42. There are multiple reasons for this, Including some personal circumstances regarding my health.
Though, in my second year, my grades improved significantly. My overall grade was a high 2:1.
I just had a meeting with my personal tutor and he said that “If I’m applying to big city firms, I have to be realistic as they won’t take me because of my first-year grades”. I know full well that firms look at first grades and it could be a reason for a firm to reject me. But does that mean I shouldn’t apply to city firms like HSF? There are so many reasons as to why I want to become a city lawyer but it just feels like those 1st-year grades could hold me back.
I wanted to ask have people with low first-year grades but good 2nd and 3rd-year grades gone on to successfully join big city firms?
Thank you for your help.
I don't think the SST at Reed Smith is sent automatically. The website FAQ section says that if you are successful at the online application form you will then be asked to complete the SST. I think that's what Holly Allen (Grad recruitment) said at the open day as well. So you might have to wait for a while.
I disagree with this as everyone receives the test that applies.
Reed Smith reviews first to make sure that you have met the correct benchmarks throughout your application, but does give the test to the vast majority as far as I am awareTheir faq says:
“The first stage of the process is an application form, which is completed online. If successful at this stage, you will then be asked to complete a situational strengths test (SST), again online. If you meet the standard on the SST, then you will be invited to undertake an on-demand strengths based video interview. Should you be successful at this stage, you will then be invited to undertake a case study exercise. The location of the case study exercise (virtual or in person) will depend on the Covid-19 situation and government guidelines at the time of interview.”
Have more faith in yourself. If you got to that stage you have progressed.