In the ever-evolving world of finance and investment banking, carving out a unique career path can seem daunting, yet rewarding. Today, on Canary Wharfian, we sit down with a finance professional who has done just that, openly sharing insights and experiences that shed light on the demanding yet exciting world of finance. A Passion for Numbers and Strategy Beginning with a solid educational foundation, our guest studied economics and finance at Bocconi University. From the beginning of...

By now, you will have seen the results of the US elections with Donald Trump heading for a second term. But what will that mean for the economy? It was widely assumed that he is the more pro-business candidate. Trump's new administration is expected to adopt a more aggressive stance on trade, particularly with China. He has proposed imposing tariffs of up to 60% on Chinese imports and 10-20% on goods from other countries. The average at the moment is less than 1.5% This might help protect...

In the realm of sales & trading careers (AKA Global Markets), the trajectory can often be as complex and multidimensional as the financial instruments one might trade. A conversation with an accomplished finance professional reveals how varied and international a career in this field can be, emphasizing the blend of passion, adaptability, and diverse skill sets required to succeed as a trader. From Golf to Trading The journey began in Brunei, continued through high school in Australia...

In the ever-evolving landscape of finance, there's a growing trend of professionals charting bold new courses beyond traditional pathways. Wesley, a guest on Canary Wharfian today, shares his enlightening journey, transitioning from high-stakes finance to spearheading a health tech startup. His story underscores the importance of aligning one's career with personal passions while utilizing transferable skills acquired from traditional finance roles. Navigating Career Transitions: A...

What can graduates do in today's economic downturn? The days of low interest rates are gone, and while interest rates are not rising anymore, who knows when the days of low rates will return? If you are a recent graduate or about to graduate next year, you might have found yourself having trouble finding your dream job amidst the current economic slowdown. It is a reality that economic cycles (natural fluctuations in economic activity that an economy experiences over time) come and go, so...

Have you ever wanted a cheaper way to prepare for psychometric tests than buying those packages often costing up to a 100 pounds? Are you nervous before a phone screening interview, or the dreaded HireVue/automated, one-way interview? Do you feel overwhelmed with the number of programmes available and competing deadlines? Don't want to miss the best opportunities out there? How about generating a bullet-proof resume with the click of a button? A cover letter? Confused by all the news stories...