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Eight Ways to Maximize Your Relationships with Financial Recruiters
Financial services recruiters can be a great resource, but if you don’t pick the right ones or fail to work with them strategically, you’ll end banging your head against a wall and going home jobless. Here are some hints from recruiters themselves on how to get the most out of the relationship and make the […]
Warren Buffett on How to Reach Your Career Potential
Warren Buffett may be an 82-year-old, but he has some pretty darn good advice for millennial job seekers, particularly for those in finance. In a Tuesday chat with Levo League, a networking and career advice site for women, Buffett stressed the power of mentorship, warning that looking up to the wrong people is a career-killer. “If […]
How to Get an Investment Banking Job at J.P. Morgan
You’re just out of school and aiming to get a job at a top bank. Like most Wall Street operations, J.P. Morgan wants graduates with good grades, a strong GMAT score and applicable work experience. It also wants candidates with strong analytical skills who can think on their feet. Here are some tips on how […]
The Art of Landing Un-Posted Jobs on Wall Street
It’s typical, isn’t it? You hear that a private equity firm or hedge fund is hiring, but can’t find the job posting on their career site. Welcome to the club. Many job openings in banking aren’t posted online, particularly for higher-level positions. When facing this predicament, don’t take the easy route and email your resume […]
Explaining why you’ve been out of work for months
Finding a new job on Wall Street or in the City is no easy task, particularly when you have been out of the workforce for months. Employers and recruiters notice those gaping holes in your resume. Such gaps aren’t a death sentence – you just need the right answers and a confident attitude. Be Confident […]
Nine Cover Letter Mistakes to Avoid
A cover letter is an opportunity to differentiate yourself from a stack of similar resumes. But more so, it’s a chance for hiring managers to weed out candidates who show poor judgment. Ask any recruiter or hiring manager – a bad cover letter hurts you more than a great cover letter improves your chances. Related: […]
Tax Deductions for Your Job Search
If you draw up a list of people’s least favorite activities, searching for a new job and filing taxes would likely be near the top. Fortunately, re-writing your resume and driving all over the state to interview can make tax day a little less unbearable, at least when it comes to how much you owe. […]
How to Leave Your Job Gracefully
Getting an offer for a job better than the one you currently have is a liberating experience, especially if you’re not happy where you are. But don’t let the rush of good news cloud your judgment; maintaining a strong network is critical for your career. Rather than telling off your boss and gloating to your […]
An I-Bank is Hiring, Risk & Compliance Talent Needed
Here are the main job opportunities of the last week. Tip: An Investment Bank That’s Actually Hiring Boutique investment bank Evercore Partners had a record-setting 2012, setting the firm up to add talent in the coming year while larger rivals cut staff. “In 2013 we see a number of opportunities to add senior managing directors and […]
Beware Big Signing Bonuses That Come with Strings Attached
Any financial advisor with a decent book of business has gotten the call before: a recruiter from a rival firm is offering big upfront money to change teams. Such signing bonuses, however, are usually made in the form of a forgivable loan. While many have taken the money without consequence, some departing advisors earn more […]
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