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Messed Up on Interview
So I had a phone interview today, that I thought was going to be a more casual discussion but quickly turned into me being questioned typical of in person interviews. I was doing fine until I was asked where the HQs were located. I admittedly should have known this at the snap of my fingers, but...
Internship Interview on short notice
Hello, I have been working full time in operations for almost a year now but have been interviewing for IB FT and internship positions as of recently. ER is my second preference as a career and through networking I was able to schedule an interview later this week. I'm confident in my ability to...
First time interviewee going through the waiting period....
So I had contacted an alum of my school who's in a very high position within an medium sized Asset Management company and got an interview for a summer internship . Funny thing is that my first interview was with the vp which I thought went ok, and then got contacted to have two interviews on the...
Should I contact HR?
Had a final interview last Thursday with both HR and VP for a small-medium sized branch of a big bank (HQ is overseas). The interview lasted a total of 30 min, but it seemed like the VP liked what I had to say. HR escorted me out, and along the way, the different departments were pointed out, which...
JPM Asset Management Strategy Group Information
Recently received a first-round interview for a summer analyst position in Asset Management strategy at J.P. Morgan . I looked around but couldn't really find much information about this group. Would someone be able to shed some light on the activities of this group as well as what type of interview...
Using "I think..." in an interview
What are people's thoughts on using "I think..." for behavioral questions ? For example: "How has your experience as a shrimp farmer prepared you for our CEO role? "I think that the skills I developed as a shrimp farmer actually match very well with the CEO role, I had to work as part of a team,...
"Too trading focused for IB?"
Hello, I wanted to get some advice. In all my ib interviews thusfar, I've been told that I am too " trading focused" and that I would not be a good fit for IB . For context, I've been trading for several years and worked at a hedgefund this past summer, rather than getting an internship at an IB ....
URGENT: Upcoming Interview
I have an IBD interview coming up with a boutique bank in less than 24 hours and I had a few questions: In an interview, do you guys take notes on what the interviewer says? Also, at the end of the interview, do you ask for a business card? I have heard both sides, and I was wondering what you guys...
Interview with a Former D1 Football Player-turned Consultant - Part 2
The following is part two of an interview with a Consultant who played D1 football in college (he is also available to answer your questions). See part one here . Are you a professional and want to do an interview? View our interview template here and then email me your responses to...
Sanford C Bernstein Interview
I've been invited for a "meeting" at Sanford C Bernstein's office in London after applying for an Equity Research role. Has anybody been through their hiring process? I've heard that they ask a lot of market sizing questions, any advice for handling these? Thanks in advance!
Interview with a Former D1 Football Player-turned Consultant - Part 1
The following is part one of an interview with a Consultant who played D1 football in college (he is also available to answer your questions) Are you a professional and want to do an interview? View our interview template here and then email me your responses to [email protected] What's a...
Interview with WallStreetPlayboys: A Top 3 Institutional Investor Ranked Analyst (part 2/2)
The following is Part 2 of an interview with WallStreetPlayboys (he is also available to answer your questions). See Part 1 Here. General Advice What is the one tip you would give to current students (ugrad and/or grad students) to help them succeed? Work hard and get job experience. When a résumé...
Ask Me Anything: Head Research Analyst (Commercial Real Estate)
I am the Head Research Analyst at a regional office of one of the best commercial real estate services firms on the globe. Day to day, I specialize in statistical market research, written analysis, database management, and copywriting/ghostwriting for pitches. I also serve my community on two...
Tell me about a recent deal that interested you
I'm sure many of you have received this question, how recent must the deal be. Can I talk about something that happened a month ago.
Interview with Credit Risk Associate (Part 1/2)
The following is an interview with Credit Risk Associate Pirho ( he is also available to answer your questions ). Are you a professional and want to do an interview? View our interview template here and then email me your responses to [email protected] What is your current job title and a one...
Moelis SA IB Interview
Can anybody who's actually interviewed with them share some info about the process and what questions might be asked? Everyone on this board screams when they hear Moelis "the most technical thing in your life" but most of the people on this forum are also college kids in fresh year who have wanted...
BB Public Investment Banking SA interview
Have one coming up. What sort of person are they looking for, and what are the questions I should be able to nail? Been dreaming of this opportunity, thanks everyone who can shed light on the process for this niche market that isn't often discussed on these forums.
Help for my first "superday" at NB!
Hi everyone, I'm in a selection process with NB. I have had two interviews with two different people in the company. One a Senior VP and the second one with the person I would be directly working with. They have ask me for meeting in person. It will be 4 interviews (2 hours) and I'd be my first "...
Interview with WallStreetPlayboys: A Top 3 Institutional Investor Ranked Analyst (part 1/2)
The following is Part 1 of an interview with WallStreetPlayboys ( he is also available to answer your questions ) Are you a professional and want to do an interview? View our interview template. What is your current job title and a one sentence description of your primary job responsibility? Keeping...
SEO Offers - Follow up interview last week
I had my second round for SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunities) in December and a follow up interview last week. I was curious if anyone has heard back. I received an email saying that my application was under consideration, did anyone else receive this? I'm currently a junior at a non target
Technical question of the week
I figured it would be ok posting this as WSO doesn't actually a sell a S&T technicals guide so I don't look at it as a competing product. So mods please delete if I am overstepping my bounds on this. There are a lot of questions coming to me via email and PM's asking questions regarding trading ,...
Interview with an Independent Trader/Consultant
The following is an interview with an independent trader/consultant (and future WSO Contributing Author) Lone Wolf. He is also available to answer any questions you may have. Are you a professional and want to do an interview? View our interview template here and then email me your responses to...
SEO Offers - Second round
I had my second round for SEO ( Sponsors for Educational Opportunities) in December and I was curious if anyone has heard back. I received an email saying that my application was under consideration, did anyone else receive this?
Sending LinkedIn invitation
Is it viewed favorably to send a linkedin invitation to an interviewer after the interview?
Interview with an Equity Research Associate (Part 2/2)
The following is an interview with Equity Research Associate IntoTheRain (he is also available to answer your questions) Are you a professional and want to do an interview? View our interview template here and then email me your responses to [email protected] General Advice What is the one...
Interview with an Equity Research Associate (Part 1/2)
The following is an interview with Equity Research Associate IntoTheRain (he is also available to answer your questions) Are you a professional and want to do an interview? View our interview template here and then email me your responses to [email protected] What is your job title? Equity...
Emailing interviewer for update
I had my two first round phone interviews for BAML HK S &T SA a week ago. They said I should expect to hear back in around a week, so obviously the anxiousness around now is pretty high. I'm not planning on anything yet but, say, if I don't hear back in another 3-4 days, do you think it would be...
Interview with duffmt6, 2nd Year IBD Analyst, (part 2/2)
Below is the second and final part of an interview with WSO Certified User and 2nd year banking analyst ' duffmt6 '. Interview conducted by Asatar . See Part 1 Here. 3) Could you describe a typical day on the job? There isn't really a typical day on the job, but I'll take you through my Wednesday:...
Do BBs usually pay for flights to interviews?
I had one interview with a very large European BB that did not offer to reimburse me for millage, approx 250, to a DCM interview. Now I have another firm, a top 3 BB , that will not reimburse for flights to a BO interview.
Talking about Compensation in an Interview Process
Quick post today on a potential interview question that doesn't often get covered on WSO. It's not one you'll hear during on-campus interviews for your first gig out of college, but it's something you'll likely encounter somewhere down the line. Namely, you'll come across it when you're looking to...
Should I dress the same for a Skype interview as an in person interview?
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Interviewing for last 4 months!
Hello Monkeys, I've been interviewing since last November with this well-known boutique for the entry-level position in the west coast. I had three rounds (phone, case study, video conference with associates). The last round was on December 1. I heard back on the third week of January. E-mail said...
Skype Interview with iPhone vs. laptop webcam
Has anyone tried a Skype interview with the iPhone?
Cold emailing for non-students
All of the example cold email formats that I have seen on WSO are for students. Usually they discuss things such as: internships, majors, ect. How many paragraphs should I write for a cold email if I am a non-student and not even currently working in finance? Answers from Certified Users are...
Interview with the Head of Equity Derivatives Sales - (Part 2/2)
The following is part two of an interview I did with the Head of Equity Derivatives Sales at a bank in the UK. See Part 1 Here General Advice What is the one tip you would give to current students (ugrad and/or grad students) to help them succeed? You are nothing - do not be an arrogant twat. What...
Interivew with duffmt6, 2nd Year IBD Analyst, Part 1/2
Below is the first installment of an interview with WSO Certified User and 2nd year banking analyst ' duffmt6 '. Interview conducted by Asatar . SEE PART 2 1) What is your background and how did you get into investment banking? I graduated from a top 25-30ish school in 2010 in a quantitative...
Unbuttoned suit for interview?
So I know this is probably a non-issue, but I know for interviews/generally you are supposed to keep the top button buttoned up while standing and undo it before sitting... I have a few interviews coming up and my best suit was tailored to a 10 lb. lighter version of me, not that it looks ridiculous...
how outdated is interviewing information from the previous year?
I just talked to my buddy who interviewed with a MM ECM technical group last year and he told me the general gist of the interview questions. He told me that they asked him very basic questions and did NOT ask him to calculate anything on the spot. I am very shocked at what he told me bc of the...
convertible securities group interview
if anyone has any experience please share with me. I have a second round phone interview with a convertible securities advisory group that lasts 2 hours. the first round was purely screening (behavioral). they sent me a modeling test beforehand as well. does anyone have any idea what questions will...
Interview w/ Cargill
Hi everyone, I have a first round interview with Cargill coming up for an entry-level program on the trading floor . Has anyone interviewed with them before? I'm trying to gain some insight on their interview style aka if it'll be non-stop prop-shop-style technicals or more of a focus on...
Unintended EQ Trading Interview
What are your thoughts as to not being able to fluently answer a technical question for an interview that, well, came out of nowhere?
anyone know what a first round interview at a place like Pershing Square, Greenlight, etc. is like?
I've been asking around my friends in banking but none of them know. Just asking out of curiosity…is it a stock pitch? accounting questions? personality/fit?
WSO is looking for interviews...
Lately we've been doing more interviews, both with our members and also with people that have been referred to me (bosses, co-workers, friends, etc.) These interviews have been great content for the site and also very informative for the community, and we'd love to keep them going. If you know...
Tech Startup Internship Interview - Wardrobe
I've only spoken with these guys on the phone. I'd normally wear a suit to an interview, but I've also never worked at a start-up. Slacks and a button-up only? Suit with no tie? Cargo pants, New Balances, and a vest? I have a feeling that it's gonna be an informal-ish crowd.
How to answer the pre-interview question: "Are you planing to move to XYZ City"?
Do you have any ideas?
Is wearing tan/khaki pants to a formal interview appropriate?
I have an interview this week, and my black dress shoes got a nasty, noticeable scratch. I only have a black suit with me, so I was thinking if wearing khaki pants, brown wingtips, and a black blazer is suitable for "business professional" in a formal interview. I know brown shoes with black pants...
Q&A with a Fixed Income Trader at a Major Bank
mod note: this was originally posted on 9/4/12 I thought I'd switch things up a bit today. Rather than delve into a note-worthy news item or another Facebook discussion, I'd like to welcome everyone back from Labor Day Weekend with an awesome interview. WSO tends to be heavy on content for banking,...
Struggling With Your Financial Career? Bloomberg Would Like to Hear Your Story
Has the recession affected your financial career? If you're a recent grad (2007 or later) and just starting out, or a current professional having trouble advancing further, Bloomberg would like to hear your story. Here is the full description the reporter sent us of what they're looking for, and we...
How to answer these interview questions?
Recruiting is coming up and there's some questions that I can't think of good answers for. Maybe you guys can help me? Q1: The "describe a moral dilemma that you faced" question My real answer: Can't think of any. Never had to cheat/plagiarize/copy homework in school. Q2: Why our bank? My real...
Technical Question - Net income
How would you answer this technical question? Why do you use net income as suppose to FCF to add to the equity portion of your balance sheet ?
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