UK FT Recruiting Thread
Haven't seen one of these on WSO, so creating one specifically for the UK. Feel free to update if you have any info
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, there are several threads and resources related to UK full-time (FT) recruiting timelines and processes. While your specific thread idea is great for consolidating information, here are some key points and resources that might help:
Recruiting Timelines:
Resources to Prepare:
Training Opportunities:
Networking and Applications:
If you're looking to create a thread, consider structuring it to include: - A timeline for key firms (e.g., BBs, EBs, MMs). - Tips for networking and applications. - Resources for interview prep. - Updates from users on their progress or insights.
This could become a valuable hub for candidates navigating the UK FT recruiting process!
Sources: FT recruiting timeline London, UK Spring Week Applicant, Advice for London applicants
BOFA and UBS not recruiting for FT? Seen they have grads but no banking spots, anyone got colour?
How do you see which companies are open?
Assume UBS isn’t recruiting grads for IB but there is an off cycle open for IBD.
Have heard BofA will release grads later this month. Not sure how accurate but as a '26 grad, not much else I can do seeing as ineligible for summers
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any idea how canadians are viewed in the uk job market?
They aren’t viewed unless they already have good IB/pe experience
as long as they are from targets, waterloo, mcgill, and solid exp, they get looks. referral would be advised though
everyone says networking / referrals arent a big thing in the uk tho for new grads esp
Referrals at the grad level is non existent in the big banks.
Congrats on Waterloo LOL
bump
how long does it usually take to hear back from applications?
just got barclays r1, anyone know what to expect?
is that for london? crazy cuz it's just posted a week ago
is that fast? how long does it usually take for the UK? im from the US
Good luck man, I did the assessment 2-3 weeks ago but haven’t heard back, applied for M&A - assume I got dinged?
DB apps opening today. Campbell Lutyens TIs out
Can I ask how you found out DB is opening today?
On the website mate: DB careers > Students and Graduates > Your Application
evr third batch of hirevues out
evr second round (round after first human interviews) out based on trackr whatsapp group chat
that is wack? i just got my first round invite. Anyone have tips for the interview?
hirevue or with person?
Assume this is m&a?
Evercore PFG HV, comment if/when you receive VI
Highly suggest the Canary Wharfian website's HireVue practice. It has 50+ actual interview questions and AI will review your answer and suggest how to improve
heard moe and pjt offers out
No way Moe is out the applications just opened
opened two weeks ago i networked so got an interview like the third day it was open
Any updates from Barclays LDN FT, after the OA ???
offers out heard some lse hardo got one of them
What? Offers already? Or you referring to the next round after OA?
bump for moelis full time
moelis round ones are out any idea what questions they like to ask?
For Ft or summer?
Its a ft recruitment thread pal
Has anyone heard back from Goldman?
yea ACs happened like last week already so assume offers out by now
Are you sure about that? Heard they were currently sending out invites to networking events for 2026 FT candidates
bump for moelis round 1 interview questions
this was my hardest one: you buy back $100M of debt at 90c on the $. walk me through the 3 statements assuming a 30% tax rate.... was difficult but came across similar questions on the marginofalpha question bank
this was my hardest one: you buy back $100M of debt at 90c on the $. walk me through the 3 statements assuming a 30% tax rate.... was difficult but came across similar questions on the margin of alpha question bank
stop pluggin margin of alpha lil bro
anyone heard from db after oa
bump for moelis first round questions please i have an interview coming up please
bumping please for moelis first round questions i have one this week
bumping for moelis AC, heard they want to send offers by end of next week
Bump for updates? Anything on DB?
still waiting
did you get an application received email after your completed the OA? I haven't heard back since
Harris Williams 1R out
EVR sent a new VI batch. Is R1 more behavioural or technical
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EVR sent a new VI batch. Is R1 more behavioural or technical?
Its both. Its by wiser so don't expect the most complex technicals.
EVR sent a new R1 batch, is it more behavioural or technical?
Has GS sent out anything post networking event?
Del
Push - anyone heard sth?
Anyone have any idea what is the UK process like? I am a current sophomore
Anyone heard back after the preliminary conv for the Barclays ibd grad London?
Barclays cap markets grad london?
anyone hear back from td after r1?
Anyone has pjt status changed to "interview" but have yet to receive interview invitation?
Anyone heard back from Barclays after AC?
bump for td?
any update on bbva analyst ft role?
DB London FT R1 out btw.
Offers for grad been out since early october
Must be doing more FT top-up
how was the ac?
Anyone got Stifel HV? havent seen anyone get it yet but they said they're looking to hold AC in january
did you get it yet? also wondering
nope my application is just under pre-screen. I heard that previously they do AC's around 31st January so i'm assuming it will be around that date this time around aswell. Probably will send HV either next week or early january.
what is your application on right now?
has anyone been rejected by CVP post rd2
Anyone knows when AC UBS Healthcare team is gonna take place? I did the hirevue on Monday but haven't heard back yet
I applied to the REGL one, and i did the hirevue on the same day as you - can you let me know if you hear anything
Did you ever hear back after the hirevue? I haven't
and anyone heard back from BX Strategic Partners after submitting written answer?
nope, got told the process would start again in the new year, haven't done any interview yet did you ?
yes apparently I received the interview invitation email from the HR and saying the interviews would be carried out in the second week of Jan due to interviewers' availability
Santander Grad anyone?
The offer is out for ib
I interviewed for levfin and haven’t heard anything from them yet.
any updates on gugg?
anyone else also get the email from db that they are still reviewing apps and that you havent been rejected yet?
Yep, doubt it is anything meaningful though
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