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Warm greetings everyone and welcome to the 2023 Epic Job Expo at UCT. It gives me great joy to see how well the Careers Service department has organized this event, inviting students and industry to be part of a UCT initiative that allows us to bond in a healthy socio-cultural and educational environment. We have over 80 companies exhibiting at the Epic Job Expo, offering a wide range of local and international opportunities for UCT students of all levels. Thank you to all the sponsors and recruiters for making this happen.
There are over 3400 opportunities on offer today, ranging from bursaries and internships to graduate programmes and full-time jobs. Think your CV might need an update, consult our experts at the CV Lab. Wanting inside info from industry experts, listen to the talks that are taking place. Check out our Job Wall and don’t forget to come and chat to us at the Careers Service booth where we will be able to answer your career related questions. The Epic Job Expo is a much-needed platform for you to engage and equip yourselves with new ideas and knowledge about what is expected from you when are seeking employment.
The employers are here to recruit you so explore your opportunities, ask questions, and make a great first impression. I hope the Epic Job Expo 2023 is a rewarding experience for you. Don’t forget that confidence is key to kick-starting your career. OWN YOUR FUTURE.
Monocle once again has the privilege of being the platinum sponsor of the Epic Job Expo and we are enormously excited to partner with UCT for this world-class event.
As a management consulting firm, Monocle strives to be exceptional. To achieve this mission, we employ exceptional people – individuals who possess that special combination of emotional intelligence, brain power, and a deep yearning to learn. These qualities are at the heart of Monocle’s culture and are critical to delivering excellence to our clients in the financial services industry. We believe that UCT students possess these qualities, together with an unparalleled drive to succeed.
We look forward to meeting you, so please come speak to our team during the event to find out what Monocle is all about!
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Good Spirited Leadership
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Job Seekers’ Guide: Proven Strategies for Landing Your Dream Job
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Insider Insights into the value of a career in consulting.
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The future of research in a world with AI
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QuantumBlack & CCN by McKinsey
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The Art of Strategic Negotiation
A commercial leader in FMCG with an inclusive mindset and sustainability focus. Lerato’s passion for learning and development has built winning brands and high performing teams with transformational business impact.
Zolile holds a Master’s degree in Industrial Psychology & Organisational Development, and has over 10 years of work experience in Organisational Development, Human Resources and Talent Management. She is passionate about working with people and supporting them in their professional development.
Willie takes on the responsibility of the overall operational efficiency and management of the Monocle business, including all consulting projects and client management. He also periodically consults on key projects, particularly in new regulations, data management strategies and other strategic topics.
As Monocle’s Research Lead, Guy leverages his broad knowledge across finance, risk, technology, and regulatory compliance to manage the development of Monocle’s key research insights. He helps to identify emerging topics and leads the development of IP artefacts that are relevant and valuable to Monocle’s banking and insurance clients.
Expert Engagement Manager for McKinsey Digital –QuantumBlack
Ziyaad is an experienced Digital Consultant having spent nearly 9 years in the industry. He has developed experience and expertise in Advanced analytics transformations across the value chain in insurance and banking sectors.
Naasir is a UCT alumnus and professional engineer with 10 years’ experience in consulting engineering at Zutari and is passionate about creating holistic solutions with an open, cooperative mindset.
Lerato Ramollo
Head of Customer Marketing
Willie Ehlers COO
Guy Wilding Research Lead
Zolile Zikode Senior Talent Manager & Head of The Monocle Foundation
Naasir Bassier Associate – Market Built Environment
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• Be confident
• Make eye contact & speak clearly
• Keep your phone on silent
• Ask about the work, business, culture and potential opportunities
• Leave discussions about salary and benefits for the job offer stage
• Do not rule out an employer because of the industry they represent
• A bank, for example, can provide opportunities in marketing, technology and HR – in addition to finance
• Make notes
• If someone gives you their card, use the invitation to contact them
• Connect on LinkedIn with people you meet and follow companies of interest
• Apply to the company or submit any documents requested, such as a CV and cover letter
ü What roles do you have for graduates in your organisation?
ü Do you take on interns? How would I apply?
ü Do you have a graduate programme? How would I apply?
ü How would you describe your company culture?
ü What advice would you give me as a X-year student thinking of joining your company/ this sector?
ü What do you think makes a candidate stand out?
ü What qualifications/skills are you looking for?
ü What sort of experience would you like graduates to have?
ü How will I be developed if I come in as a graduate?
ü Why did you choose this company/role?
ü What do you enjoy about working for this organisation?
ü What do you wish you could have known when you were job hunting as a graduate?
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