This last part will focus on technical questions (which aren’t really that technical for Spring Weeks) as well as commercial awareness, brainteasers and the end of the interview. Technical Interview Questions - Briefly describe what an investment bank actually does? This may sound like a...

Competency Interview Questions You should have multiple examples ready that you can draw on for each competency so you can assure the bank you have the appropriate abilities and can apply it to different environments (and after all, to show that you prepared). "When did you have to deal with a...

ABC – Always Be Closing. If you haven't seen this classic yet, watch it and embrace its' message. You need to convert. If you don't, it's real simple: you got nothing coming. You could have dominated your online competency questions, online tests and you could have even made a killer CV – all...

In this second part I will be looking at insight programmes, other key opportunities and alternative school leaver programmes. Insight Programmes These are a must for any A Level student interested in the industry. They are good for a number of reasons: • Increasing your commercial awareness •...

Hey everyone, This stage is the point where most people start to seriously consider what degree they wish to pursue and in turn, what careers they are most likely to pursue. So here is some of the stuff I would have liked to have known when doing my A Levels – you should take particular note...

Here's the 3rd part of the Spring Week guide. Hope you found the whole series useful and if you'd have anything to add/comment feel free to do so. Offers If you have multiple offers, it is usually okay at this stage to renege on an offer after signing but you should try and avoid it. Check the...

Psychometric tests is the stage where most candidates are filtered out so it's definitely a crucial part of your application. Read this through and you have increased your chances by a mile. And as always, feel free to add your comments! SHL: These tests are timed overall with four or five...

This three part guide will go into depth answering the most common questions with regard to the application process and interviews. The hardest part of the process is actually passing the initial screening/psychometric tests and then getting an interview in the first place, so the emphasis will...

It's never too early to start off, right? Here is a quick guide for the young ones who want to position themselves well in future. Let me know if there's anything I left out – and feel free to contribute with your own experiences. Aim High I’ve listed this first as it is the most important...