2nd Bizdev interivew at Citadel - L/S stock pitch, what to expect?

I'm a 2nd year sell-side ER analyst doing a stock pitch interview with BD at Citadel. Expected to do one long one short--I imagine as a pair, but haven't been told this explicitly.

Wondering if anyone would have some tips on how to prepare and what to expect. I have a financials focus and they would be placing me in front of financials roles if successful.

So far, I've been told to numerically back everything, be sufficiently different from consensus, be detailed yet succinct, and consider how you would manage the position, risk, & timing.

Would greatly appreciate any other colour!

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