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<blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 224064" data-attributes="member: 42112"><p>Hello!</p><p></p><p>I would structure a strong 300-word answer to Ashurst's question by following a clear framework that shows: (1) you understand the firm, (2) you understand the sector, and (3) you can analyse future opportunities. A good structure could follow something along the lines of:</p><p></p><p><strong>1. Opening (40-50 words)</strong></p><p></p><p>Start by briefly stating the sector you've chosen (e.g. energy transition, digital economy, real estate, etc.). Show that you understand Ashurst's strategic focus and global position in the sector - this can involve discussing deals, published insights, or public statements from the firm.</p><p></p><p><strong>2. Context of the sector (80-100 words)</strong></p><p></p><p>Move on to explain what key facts or market trends are creating opportunities in that sector. For example:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Regulatory reform</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Technological disruption</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The global push toward net zero</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Increased private capital deployment</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Geopolitical risk and supply chain restructuring</li> </ul><p>You can support these points with news articles and current market insights, statistics, or trends - although there is no need to go into huge detail on the specifics!</p><p></p><p><strong>3. The biggest opportunity (100-120 words)</strong></p><p></p><p>Identify one major opportunity and go into more detail on it - for example, digital assets regulation or demand for sustainable infrastructure funding.</p><p></p><p>Whichever opportunity you choose, explain why this is a priority, who the clients are, what problems they need solving, and how the opportunity is likely to evolve over time commercially and legally.</p><p></p><p><strong>4. How Ashurst is positioned (40-60 words)</strong></p><p></p><p>Finish your answer by linking the opportunity to Ashurst's specific strengths - for example:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Cross-border capabilities</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Strong regulatory advisory practice</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Financing and project development experience</li> </ul><p>To wrap up your answer, end with a confident line that shows how the firm can capitalise on this shift!</p><p></p><p>I hope that helps, and best of luck with the application! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Abbie Whitlock, post: 224064, member: 42112"] Hello! I would structure a strong 300-word answer to Ashurst's question by following a clear framework that shows: (1) you understand the firm, (2) you understand the sector, and (3) you can analyse future opportunities. A good structure could follow something along the lines of: [B]1. Opening (40-50 words)[/B] Start by briefly stating the sector you've chosen (e.g. energy transition, digital economy, real estate, etc.). Show that you understand Ashurst's strategic focus and global position in the sector - this can involve discussing deals, published insights, or public statements from the firm. [B]2. Context of the sector (80-100 words)[/B] Move on to explain what key facts or market trends are creating opportunities in that sector. For example: [LIST] [*]Regulatory reform [*]Technological disruption [*]The global push toward net zero [*]Increased private capital deployment [*]Geopolitical risk and supply chain restructuring [/LIST] You can support these points with news articles and current market insights, statistics, or trends - although there is no need to go into huge detail on the specifics! [B]3. The biggest opportunity (100-120 words)[/B] Identify one major opportunity and go into more detail on it - for example, digital assets regulation or demand for sustainable infrastructure funding. Whichever opportunity you choose, explain why this is a priority, who the clients are, what problems they need solving, and how the opportunity is likely to evolve over time commercially and legally. [B]4. How Ashurst is positioned (40-60 words)[/B] Finish your answer by linking the opportunity to Ashurst's specific strengths - for example: [LIST] [*]Cross-border capabilities [*]Strong regulatory advisory practice [*]Financing and project development experience [/LIST] To wrap up your answer, end with a confident line that shows how the firm can capitalise on this shift! I hope that helps, and best of luck with the application! :) [/QUOTE]
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