Roast my cover letter (or provide useful advice)
Hello, about to apply to the analyst programme at JPM.
Please provide any feedback you would like to on it.
Thanks in advance for your help.
Btw, I went to university in Ireland/UK so, 77% is an unheard of grade. Like getting 100%.
Dear Hiring Committee,
I am writing to express my interest in the Investment Banking Analyst Program at JP Morgan.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Redacted where I achieved first place in my class of Redacted students. During my time at Redacted, I developed a strong foundation in statistical analysis, econometrics, and financial modelling. I gained technical skills via applied mathematical projects using Excel, Stata, and R. In my investment analysis class where I completed projects on equity analysis, and financial modelling, I received the highest grade in the cohort: 77%. In January 2025, I will graduate with an MSc in Philosophy from Redacted. At Redacted I have achieved a first-class honours grade in every module. Outside the School of Philosophy, I have completed courses on Quantitative Finance, and Machine Learning, in addition to Risk. My MSc dissertation, entitled “Redacted”, examines tools for financial risk assessment, in particular, VaR Models and the conditions under which they are well suited to assessing particular types of risk. Currently, as I apply for positions in Investment Banking, I am pursuing my FRM to keep my technical skills sharp.
At present I am waiting to start my Traineeship in [prestigious European financial institution], which begins on October 1st. I will be working in Redacted, doing Redacted on the basis of changes to financial regulatory policy stemming from the imminent adoption of Basel III in Europe. Previously, I have held sales, management, and consulting roles with a number of firms, including in the US. I have been working since I turned 18, often in teams, and have received multiple awards and promotions for my communications prowess.
I want to work as an Analyst at JP Morgan because I am excited at the prospect of a technically skilled role, that allows me to apply both my communication skills, and my analytical abilities, within a financial market’s context. I have spoken to members on the team at JP Morgan in Investment Banking (NY), and I understand the work. I know that I can add value. I have tested myself by reading Share Purchase Agreements and attempting to identify risks. I have built comparable company analysis models using Excel, to value expansion opportunities, during my time at Redacted. I have managed a full-time job and full-time MSc at the Redacted, simultaneously. During this time, I worked ~80 hours per week for 4 months, and I excelled. I received firsts in all my classes, and I got a promotion at work. I was able to do this, because I am meticulous in everything that I apply myself to, and I have rigorous attention to detail and organisational skills. I hope to be able to bring this skillset to JP Morgan.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing how my skillset aligns with the requirements for this position.
Kind regards,
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Sources: Cover Letter + Resume Advice, 2019 Investment Banking Analyst Program - JP Morgan, CV Review - please rip my CV apart, Resume and cover letter - a reviewers perspective, Cover Letter + Resume Advice
I ain’t reading all that, and neither will any hiring manager at big banks. Just submit your resume and move on
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