🚨 Reed Smith has just announced its Direct Training Contract route!
The deadline is 20th June.

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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Amma Usman" data-source="post: 209473" data-attributes="member: 36740">Congrats on securing the vac scheme — that’s such a huge milestone already! Honestly, a large part of the process is learning on the job, so don’t worry too much about having everything figured out before you start.  The assessed tasks you’ve mentioned — written work, group tasks, interviews — are really important (enough that they’re formally assessed), so I’d definitely take those seriously. Make sure you ask questions if you’re unsure about anything and take time to understand the task fully before diving in. Quality matters more than rushing to finish.  Another thing is making the most of the socials. They’re not officially assessed, but they give you a chance to get to know people at the firm and learn about the culture from different layers — trainees, associates, partners. People do notice if you make the effort to show up and engage. My advice is to relax, be yourself, and enjoy the process. You’ll naturally stand out more when you’re comfortable and curious.  On coffee chats, I think being targeted is key. You don’t have to chat with everyone, but try to reach out to people in practice areas you’re genuinely interested in or with similar backgrounds. It shows you’ve done your research and are thoughtful about your interests. Plus, you get better insights that way, which might help when you’re asked “Why this firm?” later. It’s less about ticking a box and more about building genuine connections. Other than that, just remember — your attitude matters. Things like being approachable, asking good questions, showing curiosity, and being proactive go a long way. You’ve already done the hard part getting the scheme, so back yourself! Happy to chat if you need any more advice.</blockquote>

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