London BB and Territorial Army? Impossible?

I have always been impressed by and envious of people who have served their country in the forces, especially combined with a successful career in banking.

I have recently been offered a position at a BB (M&A) in London and am sure I will be working crazy hours. Would joining the TA be possible? How would the bank view this? The commitment would be 9 weekends per year, 2 weeks in the summer, and a few evenings. Would this be possible?

Thanks

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Thanks for the response GenghisKhan. 21SAS or 4PARA is exactly what I would do. I have the offer to start in July. If I joined the TA now would that be a problem? What if I was deployed? Does anyone know anyone else who has done this sort of thing?

 

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