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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
- Thread starter Ram Sabaratnam
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i applied and got the sjt next day, got stage 2 in like 30 mins
I went to their open day and met two people who went to non-RG unis (Kent and Lancaster). One of their future trainees also went to SOAS. It’s worth applying to them if you’re interested.
It’s super competitive though. Apps for the WVS the firm received c1500 apps for c30 AC spaces and 15 ish VS slots. They’ll probs receive a similar amount for SVS. 8-9 TCs total (4-5 per VS).
They don’t have any online test, video interview or written exercise stages prior to AC. It’s just an app form and an AC. They said apps will get reviewed in stages inc a final partner review stage…
It’s super competitive though. Apps for the WVS the firm received c1500 apps for c30 AC spaces and 15 ish VS slots. They’ll probs receive a similar amount for SVS. 8-9 TCs total (4-5 per VS).
They don’t have any online test, video interview or written exercise stages prior to AC. It’s just an app form and an AC. They said apps will get reviewed in stages inc a final partner review stage…
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omg don't...I was just thinking of getting maccies but it's 10pm...HUH wait how is it almost 10pm already...it was 5pm the last time I checked
ok now I'm just procrastinating this essay... time to go
can you apply to both TC and VS for Farrer & Co? I made a mistake on the VS app after finishing it off all day today :/
I just completed my Reed Smith VI and I literally want to cry, I feel like I’ve done terriblereally had my hopes set on this firm and I feel defeated. Just got my feedback now but I’m not sure what to make of it. Any advice going forward would be appreciated because I just want to give up now
I know it's hard but try not to dwell.
I have done VIs before and truly absolutely bombed it (in my eyes), and still progressed. It is different for every firm, some are mainly looking at hoe you communicate, some have tick box lists for what you say in your answers, most are a little of everything. Also for firms like Reed Smith where the VI is done in conjunction with the SJT, then there's usually a mixed weighting there. So if you do well in the test, that may offset a poor VI too.
Yes but you got to tick both options when asked in the starting. If you missed it, I think you can apply separately for the tc but I’m not too sure about that!
Wow.I went to their open day and met two people who went to non-RG unis (Kent and Lancaster). One of their future trainees also went to SOAS. It’s worth applying to them if you’re interested.
It’s super competitive though. Apps for the WVS the firm received c1500 apps for c30 AC spaces and 15 ish VS slots. They’ll probs receive a similar amount for SVS. 8-9 TCs total (4-5 per VS).
They don’t have any online test, video interview or written exercise stages prior to AC. It’s just an app form and an AC. They said apps will get reviewed in stages inc a final partner review stage…
I will take my chances then. Thanks for the insight!
Has anyone who applied on the deadline for Reed Smith heard anything back?
Was wondering the same thing.. Idk if this refers to one of their Business Groups or a specific seat within a Business Group? Could anyone who's successfully progressed to the next stage before pls advise? Thanks in advance!
yes but I applied very early (9am) and heard on the 31st so you may still have hope for next week!
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