Linkedin Profile and career switch
Hello, everyone,
I am a Consultant in a big4, I work in Procurement for the past 2 yrs and I hate it.
I studied business administration in a three-year undergraduate degree and economics in a master's degree.
Along the way I discovered that I like finance, I don't know exactly what yet, in the sense that anything would be better than what I do now, as long as it has an economic background.
I've already had two interviews for Debt Advisory positions, one went badly because I was unprepared for an accounting 101 question and basically the manager who interviewed me doesn't strike me as someone I'd be happy to work with, so better it went badly or whatever. The second interview went very well, but they decided not to go ahead because of 'market conditions' so we stayed on good terms for the future.
I would like to try to make the best use of linkedin, even though I am afraid of being seen by colleagues at my current job, especially with regard to the job title, which should definitely be changed towards what you want. What keywords could I use to be found by recruiters and head hunters in finance?
Thank you all for your help in advance
Ahoy there! Transitioning careers, especially into the vast ocean of finance, can be quite the adventure. It sounds like you've already dipped your toes in the water with those interviews for Debt Advisory positions. Fear not, for I've got some treasure trove of advice to help you navigate through the LinkedIn seas and catch the eye of those finance recruiters and headhunters.
Optimize Your Headline: Your LinkedIn headline is like the flag of your ship; it tells everyone what you're about at a glance. Instead of just listing your current position, use it to showcase your interest in finance. For example, "Business Administration & Economics Graduate Passionate About Finance | Aspiring to Transition into Finance Roles".
Craft a Compelling Summary: Your summary is your chance to tell your story. Highlight your business administration and economics background, your passion for finance, and your eagerness to make a career switch. Mention your successful projects in procurement that have financial implications or required financial acumen.
Use Strategic Keywords: Based on the most helpful WSO content, including keywords related to finance in your profile can make you more discoverable. Consider terms like "financial analysis", "debt advisory", "economic modeling", "investment strategies", and "market conditions analysis". These keywords can be woven into your summary, experience, and skills sections.
Highlight Transferable Skills: Emphasize skills that are valuable in both procurement and finance, such as data analysis, negotiation, strategic planning, and risk management. This will help potential employers see the connection between your past experience and your future aspirations.
Adjust Your Privacy Settings: If you're concerned about your current colleagues seeing your activity, LinkedIn allows you to tweak your privacy settings. You can limit who sees your connections, updates, and even your profile changes. This way, you can update your profile towards finance without raising too many eyebrows.
Engage with Finance Content: Start following finance companies, influencers, and join finance-related groups on LinkedIn. Engage with the content by liking, commenting, and sharing. This increases your visibility in the finance community and shows your genuine interest in the field.
Network, Network, Network: Don't underestimate the power of networking. Reach out to finance professionals for informational interviews. Ask for advice on making the transition and whether they can offer insights into opportunities within their networks.
Remember, changing careers is a journey, not a sprint. Keep learning, networking, and tailoring your LinkedIn profile towards your finance aspirations. Best of luck on your voyage to the finance realm!
Sources: IB resume keywords to include, Basic Questions About PE Recruiting Answered, Q&A: Headhunter/Recruiter - M&A Investment Banking, Guide to Corporate Finance Job titles- distinguishing between accounting and finance
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