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Name: Rebekah Prince
Firm: Taylor Wessing
Position: Trainee solicitor
Degree: Law
University: Durham University
Hobbies: Hockey, tennis, reading and running
Current department: Corporate Commercial Projects
Number of TC applications made and interviews attended: 8/5
Why did you decide to train as a solicitor?
Various work experience placements showed me that a career as a solicitor was varied, fast paced and challenging - all things that I wanted in a job. Having an interest in business and commercial affairs also fit nicely with working for a city firm.
Finally, the 'people' element of the job really appealed - both the relationships built with clients and the team work needed to get the deal done were all things that I felt I'd enjoy.
What were the biggest challenges you faced when trying to secure a training contract?
At times it was difficult to differentiate the firms and therefore demonstrate why I had applied somewhere because a lot of them say the same thing. I had to go deeper than talking about 'international offices' and 'added commercial value' and really understand the particular firm (also as a business) working out its direction, values and underlying strategy.
While also providing good interview preparation, this research helped me to apply and focus...