I applied in-person. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Clifford Chance (London, England) in Dec 2022
Interview
Submit an online application form, complete an assessment day at their office (case study typed online & case study interview with an associate and partner, then an associate interview - competency/personal-based). This was for a direct training contract application.
I applied through university. I interviewed at Clifford Chance (Beijing, Beijing)
Interview
HR interview - chit chat, basic CV questions, future plans
Written test - multiple questions on technical knowledge which lasts a couple of hours
Panel interview - a group of 5-6 lawyers from different practice groups; basically going over your CV
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The particular experience listed on your CV, basic IPO questions
I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Clifford Chance (London, England) in Jan 2024
Interview
Interview was the final stage of the assessment centre for a training contract with the firm. Conducted by a partner and a senior associate from different teams and lasted approximately 1h45.
First ~45 minutes were spent answering technical questions related to the written assessment task. Final hour was more general interview / competency based questions. Some difficult questions in there, but both interviewers were very friendly and overall a really positive experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why corporate law?
Why Clifford Chance?
What is the difference between debt and equity finance? When might you opt for the former over the latter (and vice versa)?
If we gave you [£X amount of money] right now, what would you invest it in?
I applied online. The process took 6 months. I interviewed at Clifford Chance (Hong Kong) in Mar 2023
Interview
It was difficult, just like what was mentioned on the website. It’s typical mc firm style. I didn’t manage to complete it at last. However, the process is rewarding.
two seats
