The Training Contract Guru

Are you confused by all the advice and noise around the training contract application process? Wonder how you can really stand out from the crowd? I'm Paula McMullan, The Training Contract Guru, and I'm here to help you optimise your training contract applications by: ➡️ finding your unique voice and brand ➡️ showcasing your skills, attributes and experience ➡️ demonstrating why you are the must-hire future trainee I know how impossible it can seem to find an origin answer to generic questions, such as: "Why do you want to be a commercial lawyer?" "Tell us about your achievements" "What news story do you think is relevant to lawyers at X firm?" "What skills do you have that will make you a successful lawyer?" And the one you can't get away from: "Why do you want to train with our firm?" The key is to understand what the firm is really looking for - to get under the skin of the organisation offering the TC. I have reviewed 1000s of applications, I have interviewed and assessed 100s of candidates. I have sat with partners, discussing the merits of this candidate over another. I know what makes a successful application. Don't even think of starting an application before you have devised a well-thought-out strategy. And I can help with that. Together, we will plan out how to position yourself as a future lawyer so you convince the graduate recruiters, partners and other assessors at your target firms all the way through the process that you are the future trainee they really need. You'll learn how to tailor your answers for each application without constantly reinventing the wheel. And show your potential through your application, video interview, assessment centre and interview. Don't leave your legal future to chance by wasting your time on unfocused applications. Book a coaching session with me and you'll benefit from my 25 years' experience as a lawyer, graduate recruiter and trainee development expert at Magic & Silver Circle, US and French firms.