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      Vacation Scheme Interview

      16 Jul 2024
      Anonymous employee
      London, England
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Difficult interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Freshfields (London, England)

      Interview

      Two interviews: one personal and competency based, one focused on commercial awareness. The first interview involves discussing motivations for joining the company and the industry, then how you would deal with various scenarios you might face during the job. For the second interview, you're given a piece of commercial writing, which you have half an hour to analyse. The interview then tests your analysis and understanding of this piece.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      What would you say your biggest failure has been, and how did you respond to it?
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      Other Vacation Scheme interview reviews for Freshfields

      Vacation Scheme Interview

      14 Jul 2025
      Anonymous interview candidate
      London, England
      Declined offer
      Positive experience
      Difficult interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Freshfields (London, England)

      Interview

      The interview process began with an online application. This was followed by an initial phone screening with HR. Next, there was a technical test. Finally, I attended an in-person interview panel with multiple interviewers, including a manager and team members. The process focused on technical skills, problem-solving, and cultural fit. Communication was clear, and feedback was provided after each stage.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Question Q: What was the one thing that they asked you? A: "Describe a time you solved a complex problem at work."
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      Vacation Scheme Interview

      30 Jun 2025
      Anonymous interview candidate
      No offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Freshfields

      Interview

      Simple application process - easy to complete. Starts with application form, then next stage is a psychometric test and then they decide to proceed to next stage or not. Not a long waiting time.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Why do you want to work here?
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