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Looking for a roommate in Stamford 2017
I will be moving from Chicago to Stamford CT after graduation in June. Is anybody on here looking for a roommate?
Commercial and Private Banking at RBS
What do you know about it? Have you been there, did you like it? Any type of information and thoughts are highly appreciated. Thank you.
"RBS Is Going To Go Ahead And Take Those First Year Job Offers Back"
Ouch.... Will this happen at any other banks or just RBS? Anyone personally affected by this? Also if this is to be expected (as some of you have mentioned) why would anyone accept an offer with them unless it's his/her only hope? From NYT Dealbook: “Hearing from incoming summer analysts (now soon...
RBS Stamford Cutting 1000 Jobs
Wall Street Journal says RBS is cutting 1000 jobs in Stamford and selling a $3 billion loan portfolio to Mizuho . Is this the end of what was still recently a credible global DCM franchise? What do you monkeys think?
RBS Global Transaction Services AC this week
I've been informed I have an AC for GTS this week [London] and although I reckon I'm well prepared for the why RBS , why the division, why you, and motivational/competency questions, I'm unsure about what kind of technical questions could come up. Really hoping someone can give me an insight into...
Forecasting currency changes using Econometrics
Hi, I was just wondering if econometrics is often used by traders themselves to forecast currency changes? Is that something that often happens in IB's such as RBS , JP , GS etc? Or is it mostly trader's hedging their risk? Also what does it mean to 'hedge' your risk The reason I am asking is I'm...
RBS and DB Lev Fin
Just came back from RBS AND DB lev fin groups. Heard DB will have a superday nxt week as well. Didn;t hear back, am I screwed?
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RBS citizens lev fin
I recently interviewed with RBS citizens for a leveraged finance analyst role. I was wondering if anyone could shed any light on how their culture, exit ops and deal flow are in their Boston and Stamm Ford offices
Best RBS Capital Market Groups in London
Hi I was wondering if anyone could give some insight into the top groups at RBS , London office in particular. I have been asked to name my top 2 preferences for the SA internship. PE and possibly HFs are my preferable "exits". I think that RBS culture is really cool and the people are nice,...
Thoughts on RBS Debt Capital Markets?
I've been extended an offer to join RBS as a debt capital markets analyst. Anyone have insight to culture, prestige, bonus, work load? I'm hoping to use the experience to move into their HY or LevFin groups, maybe credit funds down the line. Slightly concerned about the fact that the bank is over...
RBS Stamford Compensation
does anyone have any idea as to what RBS ' compensation is like for 1st year analysts in lev fin, syndication, or other cap. markets groups in Stamford? Do they pay street bonus or just the 70K base? Is there a signing bonus for FT? Thanks.
RBS Bonuses - M&IB
Hey Everyone, I am interested in working for RBS in SF and was wondering about the bonuses. I heard that they have been deferred for 3 years? Thanks for the help, Dave
Janitor Turned Bond Salesman
So many puns to be had from this. http://dealbreaker.com/2013/08/rbs-market-manipulator-got-canned-becaus… Here is an excerpt from the article.
No more RBS M&A?
If it was already mentioned, I apologize. Article from The Deal: "Royal Bank of Scotland ends M&A advisory business RESTRUCTURING Good morning. We're having some early technical difficulties today, but Laura Board managed to get this dispatch out of London: Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc has...
Fred the Shred Stripped of Knighthood
While I don't spend a great deal of time concentrating on arcane British heraldry, it was with some amusement that I read the news of Fred "The Shred" Goodwin losing his knighthood yesterday. I picture an emissary from the Queen showing up at Fred's house, delivering the news, and then removing a...
RBS cancels Christmas parties
" Royal Bank of Scotland is cutting back on perks for its investment bankers. The division's chief financial officer, Chris Kyle, has sent an internal memo telling staff the firm will not subsidise Christmas parties and other end-of-year entertainment. In addition, it says no-one will be given new...
RBS Layoffs
More bad news, monkeys... http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-01-12/rbs-to-l…
PE/HF the dream
Hi Guys, Currently have a FT lined up at BB in EMEA DCM FIG , (think GS , MS, RBS) having completed SA at MM PE shop think (KKR, CVC, 3i), but debating whether to accept FICC trading offer at PWM boutique specialising in EU CDS arb. What are your thoughts regarding exit opps? Ultimately want to be a...
RBS - Inside The Bank That Ran Out Of Money
I was recently browsing through documentaries, and I found this video that I think you guys will enjoy. It is basically a documentary on the near collapse of RBS . Being in North America we have heard so much about the final days of Bear and Lehman, I thought it was pretty interesting hearing at...
RBS Global Portfolio?
Hi guys, Does anyone know anything about Global Portfolio under Global Banking (essentially IBD ) of RBS ? It's job seems to be mainly assessing the risk posed by the deals that the bank carries out, but I'm not too sure. Any help with what they actually do, hours per week, relevant skills gained,...
Recruiting for European banks from U.S. school?
I'm a student at a top U.S. public university and I am interested in positions in project finance. Only issue is, all the big players in project finance seem to be European (SocGen, CA, BNPP, HSBC, RBS). I can't help but think that being in the U.S. will make it difficult to land interviews with...
Help deciding between offers --- With a twist
Hi everyone, I've been lurking around this site for some time and actually own two of the interview prep guides. I've learned a lot from everyone here just reading, but now I need some advice. I go to a non-target, and was able to secure two offers for internships through networking with alumni....
Which offer, RBS or FSA?
I'm wondering which internship is better for me - RBS Risk or Financial Services Aurothity (FSA) in the Risk or Supervisory unit. I can't be more specific, as the exact divisions are not yet confirmed. Both are in London. I'm considering working in risk at the moment, but i might do a finance...
RBS GBM Stamford
Anyone know anything about RBS GBM in Stamford? Analyst salary, bonus, culture, hours, summer internships. Anything would be helpful! Thanks.
RBS Desks
Hey guys, Do you know what desks RBS is known for? I have an offer from them. I heard they have a very strong rates derivatives and MBS desk. Anything else they are known for?
RBS Risk Summer Analyst
I have an interview with RBS coming up for their Risk summer internship position. any tips?
RBS vs. Sanford C Bernstein - Graduate Analyst both in Equity Research
Hi guys, if you were to pick between RBS and Sanford C Bernstein for Equity Research (same specialist sector), which would you pick? This is for an entry level Graduate Analyst role in London.
Offer help - Appreciate some help
I'd appreciate some help with making the following choice: London FT offers for RBS rates structuring vs HSBC structuring & trading (rotational programme) My thoughts currently: Why RBS? Very strong in rates, at least in the UK. Really like the culture. Why not RBS? Previous uncertainty over...
RBS DCM undergrad
Can I apply to RBS as a second year? (for americans this is like junior year) I went online and when i tried to submit my application, they said I HAD to be in my penultimate year...whats going on? also, RBS DCM ...if things did work out for next summer..should i take the offer?
RBS Markets Analyst Interview
I have an interview early this week with RBS Global Banking & Markets for the Markets Analyst position. Does anyone have any experience with this company and/or position's interviews? I am wondering what to expect in terms of technical, fit, mental math, etc. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!
Which to choose
Hi guys! I am new on this forum and I was wondering if I could get some advice as I don't really know much about the finance as an industry. I got two graduate offers in London in Structured Finance, one with RBS , the other one with BNP Paribas. Which one should I choose? Why? Thanks for the help.
RBS vs. BoA vs. MS S&T
I have interviews next week for S&T with RBS , BoA and MS. The MS one is for fixed income and the other two don't specify. Has anyone had interviews with any of these three groups recently or have any idea what types of interviews they tend to be? I know from experience and talking to others that MS...
Loan/High Yield vs M&A
At most banks does Loan & High Yield Markets fall under their LevFin Group or Capital Markets? Would there be any reason to join the High Yield group instead of M&A (at RBS or Wells Fargo )? I heard RBS is fairly established within debt origination but their M&A is well behind the curve. Thoughts?
RBS HK still hiring?
Does anybody know if RBS is planning on hiring additional class of 2010 analysts for their Coverage & Advisory (aka IBD ) division in HK? I still haven't been rejected from their online application, and according to HR they are still guaging business needs before making any decisions (they have been...
How to find a recruiter with relationships at a specific IB (RBS)
Hi, I'm targeting a certain IB , RBS in Stamford. I have great experience, what I don't have are any contacts there. I think the best bet is to find a recruiter with a good relationships at RBS , but I'm wondering how to find a well connected recruiter. Any recruiter I ask will say 'oh sure I know...
BB Semi Middle Office vs RBS Front Office
Which should I take? BB Corp debt team, truly is middle office. Rarely travel to meet with clients, but mostly financial analysis of existing portfolio and write up of new deals. Just frustrating because modeling/writeup is for risk approval. Really doesn't matter that much. To make things worse the...
SIG, DRW or RBS for trading (intern)
I have received offers from DRW Trading and Susquehanna (in philadelphia) for summer internship as options trader intern. I have also received an offer from RBS for S&T ...and I really do not know how to decide. I unfortunately did not get any offers from the BBs . The two prop trading firms are...
Urgent help needed - Interview Tomorrow
I have an interview with RBS for a Capital Markets Summer Analyst position in Stamford. Can anybody tell me a good answer for "Why Capital Markets" and "Why RBS?"
Offer Picking: RBS IBD vs. GS GIR
RBS IBD Full Time vs. GS Research (conditional offer, Start as an PT intern). Both entry level based HK . Firstly, it is IBD vs. Research. My long term goal is PE or HF . Secondly, it is Full time vs. Unsecured conditional offer. Falling into trouble picking up. Any thoughts? Any Strategy I could...
RBS Background Check
Does anyone know what is included in the RBS background check-do they drug test and when in the process? Thanks.
Would it be stupid to...
I currently have a grad with none other than RBS in trading , at one of the bank's better desks (this year at least). Comparative (to the rest of the street) remuneration for the first few years is almost irrelevant to me, however fundamentally the mass exodus of those I enjoyed working with is a...
RBS Interview
I have an interview coming up with RBS in their corporate coverage and advisory division and was wondering if anyone had experience interviewing with them. I guess the first round interviews are in the morning and then if you get through, there is a " superday " later on in the afternoon. If anyone...
RBS vs. UBS S&T Superdays, Comparison
i have s&t superdays with RBS and UBS this week. any thoughts as to which is better for trading ? also, how do they compare to other banks like ms and citi ?
RBS - Trading Analyst Interview
Just had a on-campus finance interview with RBS last wednesday for s & t analyst position. Got a pretty good feeling will get a second round. Does anybody know how long does it normally take for them to contact you? Has anybody had any experience interviewing with RBS? What kind of questions do they...
First Year S&T Analyst: Citi, RBS or Wells Fargo
I need to choose among the following three companies for the 1-st Year S&T Analyst: Citi , RBS & Wells Fargo . All three companies have great people! I am sure the working environment would be more or less the same (equally good and bad). But, what about compensation? At the moment, I don't consider...
Living/Working in Stamford
Was wondering if anyone can talk about living and working in Stamford, I guess at UBS or RBS Greenwich or some of the hedge funds up there. Besides the work part, how are the apartments? Is there a decent nightlife? Bars, clubs etc. Obviously doesnt compare to NYC . Is it easy going to the city to...
RBS SA location
Does anyone know if RBS Summer analysts in portfolio management (corporate banking) work in NYC or Stamford?
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