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Job Posting with class year

Post by Anonymous User » Fri Dec 18, 2020 1:26 am

I just saw a job at a firm I’d really like to work at. However, it’s looking for a 2019 grad, which is a few years my current level. I’d need to ramp up a bit at the firm, so I wouldn’t mind coming in as 2019. However, if a firm is looking for 2019, will they even consider anyone more senior?

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Re: Job Posting with class year

Post by hdr » Fri Dec 18, 2020 12:06 pm

In my experience the class year is rarely inflexible, but if they specifically request a junior associate they probably won't consider someone with 5+ years. Can't hurt to submit your resume though. The firm might not be getting a lot of qualified applicants, especially if it's not a highly-ranked practice group.

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Re: Job Posting with class year

Post by malibustacy » Fri Dec 18, 2020 12:13 pm

No firm is so unicorn that you should voluntarily suffer years of class cuts and forego $100,000+ in comp including bonuses.

If they need juniors, they probably also need mid/seniors.

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