How to spin my story for IB??

Hi reader, 

I am looking for advice as to how I can spin my career story to land a SA 2022 role in IBD - London. Brief about me 

- Graduated from the top university in India with a Bachelors in Economics, stood top 10% in my class of 200 students.

- Worked with the Ministry of Finance as an Intern for 6-months, handled high level government projects including analysis of 300 public companies, working on mergers, acquisitions and disinvestment of govt. firms. Prepared pitch decks, sector analysis reports etc. Got a letter of recommendation from the head of finance department. 

- Currently working at The Economist Group as an Analyst whereby I handle modelling and forecasting. I analyse the impact of economic and financial events on markets and economies. Handle large volumes of country and industry data. It is a client facing role whereby I also work on projects with firms like Barclay's, BCG, Deloitte etc. Will complete 1 year in July. 

- Incoming Masters in Financial Analysis student at London Business School, will graduate in 2022 but I also have the option to graduate in 2023. 

My current role is very quant heavy and technical (involves use of Excel/Macros/VBA, Python and Data Analytics) but it is not directly related to finance, I am concerned this will act as a disadvantage when applying for SA roles in London for IBD. How can I spin my story? What do you think my chances are?

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