Resume – Prep Sheet Find more on CoachingAssembly.com CV LAYOUT
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Layout Ø Clear presentation Ø Short and structured Ø Most recent events first
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Content – think about Ø What makes your CV different? Ø Can you quantify what you have said Ø Be honest! Ø Is your spelling and grammar correct?
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Layout should be logical but content is more important What differentiates you? Be concise – don’t repeat the job description Use power verbs: Ø Delivered, demonstrated, resolved etc. Ø Don’t overestimate, don’t underestimate Speak the language of business: Ø Metrics: provide quantifiable evidence of your past achievements Link past skills / experiences with future career Show: Ø Ability to balance career w/ extracurricular activities, leadership, resilience, determination Ø International experience, achievement
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CV – DO’s & DON’TS
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Check how an employer wants to receive your application e.g. don’t email if they want an online application Find out correct address / contact at the firm Do proofread – this is a detailed-oriented business! Do think at the reader and how they would perceive you Do constantly ask yourself, “Does this phrase add value / differentiate me from 1,000 other applicants?”
COMMON MISTAKES
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Typos and grammatical errors: Ø Show that you did not spend enough time on your CV Formatting issues Listing every small job you ever had during your studies: Describing your courses in too much detail in the education section: Sharing confidential information
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Resume – Prep Sheet Find more on CoachingAssembly.com WHAT INVESTMENT BANKERS LOOK FOR IN A RESUME
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Quantitative & analytical ability Ø Bankers want to know that you can solve quantitative problems Initiative & motivation Ø Bankers want to know whether you have the initiative, motivation and energy to deliver strong results Communication skills Ø Ability to write and speak efficiently suggests that you will be successful working with clients and colleagues Teamwork & leadership skills Ø Bankers work in teams Interest in finance Ø Bankers want to know that you know exactly what you are getting yourself into and that you have a legitimate interest in a finance career
HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR RESUME
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Find a way to stand out Show your knowledge of the finance industry Highlight your relevant interests
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