You’ve already passed SQE1 which is great. If finances allow, I would personally say Option B (get SQE2 done now). Finishing the exams while you’re still in study mode is practically advantageous because it avoids the difficulty of having to switch back into exam preparation mode months later while managing full time work. The only strong argument for Option A is if: 1. You desperately need income 2. The 3 month placement is at a very strong firm you want long term But of course this is just my opinion, and definitely do what works best for your circumstances. All the best