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‘I’m torn between two magic circle TC offers in the Middle East’

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I need readers’ advice

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In the latest instalment in our Career Conundrums series, one soon-to-be trainee finds himself torn between two very attractive training contract offers.

“I am writing with regards to a career conundrum I have found myself in and am desperately looking for some advice. I have two Middle East training contract offers from Clifford Chance and Allen & Overy. To help give me some well-rounded insight I am interested in any experiences or knowledge of either/both of the firms, things like career progression? Experience as trainees? Pay? Genuinely interested to know which firm the readers think is a bigger player in the Middle East and would be a better firm to accept the TC. I am really appreciative of any insight and advice that is shared.”

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