City Careers Fair 2019: Business, Finance and Economics by City, University of London

Academic excellence for business and the professions

Business, Finance and Economics FAIR GUIDE 2019 Wednesday 2nd October Great Hall, College Building 2 – 4.30pm

2 – 3pm: Accessibility Hour 2.30 – 3pm: Priority entry with a fast-track pass

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Brought to you by the Careers Service www.city.ac.uk/careers www.city.ac.uk

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Sponsors of the 2019 Business, Finance and Economics Fair Mazars are proud to be sponsoring City’s Business, Finance and Economics Careers Fair 2019. We know City, University of London students are talented and bring a diverse, innovative approach to their careers so we are delighted to meet many of you at the Fair. Mazars is an international, integrated and independent firm, specialising in audit, accountancy, advisory and tax services. Our clients range from large listed companies, to SMEs and private individuals. We are looking for students who are adaptable, analytical, motivated, passionate about learning and collaborative team players. We support our trainees through their professional qualifications studies and provide in-house technical and soft skills training to develop you further. Our culture has a focus on the ‘Mazars For Good’ initiative – working within our local communities to support charities, social mobility, sustainability and the environment. If you’re interested in a career which will provide you with fulfilling opportunities for development, do come visit us at the Fair. Sarah Crease Student Recruitment Advisor, Mazars

The 2019 Business, Finance and Economics Fair is an ideal opportunity for you to network with key employers from these sectors and gather information to help you stand out from other applicants. If you are well-prepared and make a good impression, you could even get hired on the day. Use the checklist below to make the most of the Fair and get ahead of the competition.

Before the Fair

HAVE YOU... Pre-registered for the Fair online at careershub.city.ac.uk/students/events/Detail/735966 Researched the exhibitors that you want to approach on the day? Start by reading through the exhibitor profiles in this guide, then conduct further research into the ones that stand out to you the most. Prepared some questions to ask employers you meet? Use the space under the exhibitors to note down your employer specific questions. Prepared a couple of sentences to introduce yourself clearly and succinctly to organisations? Checked out careershub.city.ac.uk for the most up-to-date list of exhibitors you can expect to meet on the day? There will be more than listed in this guide.

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TOP TIPS Asking killer questions Ensure to turn up prepared with questions that will help you decide if a particular organisation is the one for you. These might be about work culture, long-term career prospects, opportunities to work internationally and opportunities for professional qualifications. You may also wish to ask questions about recent news stories or big issues facing a particular organisation or industry. Avoid asking questions which are easily answered with basic research.

Get ahead of the game Get fast-track entry to the Fair and learn how to make a great first impression on employers by attending our Fair preparation session on Monday 30th September from 1pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm. Register your attendance online at: https://buff.ly/2ZW0kUz

Making the most of the Careers Clinics Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s careers consultants will deliver Careers Clinic sessions during the Fair. These 15-minute appointments will cover a range of general careers advice, ranging from CV and LinkedIn checks to application advice. Remember to bring along a copy of your CV.

Getting off to a great start Remember that employers are there to meet you, too. Expect to be asked questions such as ‘tell me about your course and why you decided to study it’ and ‘what interests you about our organisation or field?’ Introduce yourself with your name, course and year of study. You may want to say a few words about your career aspirations, areas of interest and why you have approached the employer in front of you. Jot down some notes in the space below.

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pproach the employer as you would do for an interview – A first impressions count Start conversations with expressions such as “I am interested in...” or “I know about your company and would like to find out more about...” Be proactive and keen, bring along an up-to-date copy of your CV Briefly outline your knowledge of the company and express enthusiasm in what the company does sk employers what skills and experience they require so A you can tailor your responses to what they are looking for Use the space in the guide to note down the name of anyone you enjoyed talking to. If they inspired you to work for their organisation, mention this in your application form ress to project a professional image – present yourself as D you would at an interview.

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Stand in a huddle in the corner talking to your friends Monopolise a single person Just browse or collect freebies Dress too casually (jeans, trainers and baseball caps are not recommended).

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“ We don’t have an ʻideal candidateʼ, in an environment of integrity, honesty, objectivity and political impartiality, all you have to do is be yourself, show enthusiasm and be willing to learn. When you apply to the Fast Stream it’s your skills, attitude and outlook that matter in the selection process.” Civil Service Fast Stream

“ At PKF Littlejohn, we are looking for graduates who enjoy solving problems and take the lead in making things happen, who enjoy getting under the skin of important issues, who treat our clients and colleagues the way we want to be treated ourselves and who show character, honesty and courage.” PKF Littlejohn

“ Recent graduates or final year students, with a solid academic record, get-up-and-go attitude, maturity, responsibility and strong work ethic. Knowledge of other languages is desirable. Postgraduate studies and/or specialised courses are an asset. Strong computer skills and a strong ability to learn quickly. Candidates should be able to integrate easily into multidisciplinary teams.” Management Solutions

“ Our Authorised Training Employers are looking for candidates with a wealth of employability skills. From having the ability to communicate complex business decisions in an easy to understand way, to being able to think creatively to identify problems and provide innovative solutions. Organisations require your commercial awareness, decision making and problem solving to give them a competitive edge.” ICAEW

“ We’re looking for bright and inquisitive students and graduates from all backgrounds, across all subjects. We ask for a minimum of a 2:1 degree at undergraduate level and 120 UCAS points under the new tariff. At the FCA we want graduates with a variety of degree disciplines who are analytical, future-focused and good and problem solving.” Financial Conduct Authority

“ Well-rounded students with internship experience, who are able to form great relationships, have Excel experience and are comfortable working within groups and individually. We are looking for cutting edge students who want to contribute to our unique work culture. Interested in traveling and being a part of exciting projects.” Collaborative Solutions 6|7

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Providing around 31 million customers with insurance, savings and investment products, Aviva is one of the leading providers of life and pension products in Europe and has strong businesses in selected international markets. We combine life insurance, general insurance and asset management businesses under one powerful brand. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re committed to serving our customers to the highest standards and building a stronger, more sustainable business â&#x20AC;&#x201C; making a positive contribution to society and shaping a company that employees want to invest their talents in. graduates.aviva.com/en careers.aviva.co.uk @AvivaUK facebook.com/Aviva linkedin.com/company/aviva-plc youtube.com/user/aviva

Capco is a global business and technology consultancy dedicated solely to the financial services industry. Our professionals combine innovative thinking with our unrivalled firsthand industry knowledge to offer our clients consulting expertise, complex technology and package integration and managed services to move their organisations forward. We help our clients successfully increase revenue, manage risk and regulatory change, reduce costs and enhance control. We specialise in banking, capital markets, wealth and investment management, finance, technology, risk and compliance. www.capco.com @Capco facebook.com/CapcoGlobal instagram.com/capco_global linkedin.com/company/capco/careers youtube.com/user/capcoglobal

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The Civil Service helps to keep the UK prosperous and secure, supports the Government to implement their commitments and delivers high quality services for everyone in society. The Civil Service champions difference to ensure that our policies and services reflect the needs and experiences of the people we serve. A career in the Civil Service offers you the opportunity to make a difference to peopleĘźs lives in the UK, as well as learning on the job and good career development opportunities.

Collaborative Solutions is a leading global finance and HR transformation consultancy that leverages world-class cloud solutions to help deliver successful outcomes for its customers. As one of the longest-tenured consulting partners with Workday, Collaborative Solutions has a 98 per cent customer satisfaction rate and has partnered with over 450 customers including global Fortune 500 companies, medium-sized businesses and education and government institutions.

www.faststream.gov.uk @faststreamuk facebook.com/faststream instagram.com/civilservicefaststream

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Employability Skills Programme The Employability Skills Programme, sponsored by ProjectSet, will prepare you for your transition from education to work, exploring all aspects of the selection and recruitment process. These sessions will cover the skills that are most valued by recruiters, how you can reflect on these and how to articulate your experiences clearly when talking to employers.

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Tuesday 1st October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 1: What skills are employers actually looking for? How to develop these through the ESP Programme with HSBC

Tuesday 1st October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 2: Online applications: Tackling them and what happens next with KPMG

Tuesday 8th October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 3: Phone and video interviews: How best to prepare with Transport for London

Tuesday 8th October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 4: In-person interviews: What do employers really want to hear with Barclays

Tuesday 15th October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 5: Commercial awareness: What is this and how to develop it with Linklaters LLP

Tuesday 15th October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 6: Case studies: How to prepare and ace them with Capco

Tuesday 22nd October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 7: Assessment centres: How to get noticed by the recruiters with Experian

Tuesday 22nd October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 8: Identifying your strengths: How to demonstrate them in the workplace with EY

Tuesday 29th October

13:00 – 14:00

Part 9: Personal branding: How to develop your network with Allen and Overy

Tuesday 29th October

18:00 – 19:00

Part 10: What to expect from the workplace: Your first month with Accenture

If you attend eight of the ten sessions and complete a reflective review you will receive a certificate of participation presented on Tuesday 12th November, 18:00 – 20:00 by our sponsor, ProjectSet.

As a leading professional services organisation, our work impacts at the highest level of global business. We advise many of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important companies on the issues that are shaping tomorrow. For smart, curious and ambitious graduates, working at EY offers the opportunity to change how world-leading organisations do business. EY drives itself and its clients forward with technological innovation and disruptive thinking. Graduates who thrive on change and challenge will be in their element here. With 260,000 people in more than 150 countries and an unrivalled breadth of opportunities, along with a vision to double revenues by 2020, at EY, graduates can shape their career their way.

The Financial Conduct Authority is the regulator for UK financial services. We aim to make financial markets work well for consumers, business and the whole economy. Our operational objectives are to protect consumers, protect financial markets and promote competition. A career with us offers exceptional development and the chance to make a difference. As a graduate or intern, you will develop expert knowledge as you work with some of the biggest names in finance. www.fca.org.uk @FCA_Careers

ukcareers.ey.com/students @EY_CareersUK facebook.com/eycareersuk instagram.com/eyukcareers

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FDM Group is a FTSE 250 company and the market leader in the recruit, train, deploy sector. We place talent around the world through our renowned career programme, launching thousands of graduatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; careers each year. We provide quality IT and business training, as well as invaluable commercial experience, transforming our people into IT and business professionals before deploying them to work with our clients. We work in partnership with clients throughout the globe and across multiple business sectors including finance, insurance, media, government and charities, to name a few. With over 3,500 consultants on-site, you could be next. www.fdmgroup.com @fdmgroup #FDMCareers facebook.com/FDMGroup instagram.com/fdm_group linkedin.com/company/fdm-group

Gallagher Bassett was established in Chicago in 1962 as a Third-Party Administrator (TPA), providing claims and risk control services to self-insured clients. We now have 125 branches and over 5,000 skilled professionals in the USA, UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Gallagher Bassett UK was founded in 1991 and currently has seven locations across the UK with over 500 claims handling staff providing services to corporate, national and local government, insurer and broker clients. www.gallagherbassett.co.uk @gb_uk_tpa linkedin.com/company/gallagher-bassett/life

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“ The Fast Stream is a three-year accelerated career path to leadership with supported development, with roles available across the whole breadth of Government. In addition, we offer two internships for candidates from diverse backgrounds: a one week internship for first year students and a summer internship for penultimate and final year students.” The Civil Service Fast Stream

“ Scotiabank are offering a number of students the opportunity to join our 10 week Capital Market Internship Programme, covering a range of business areas. We are also hoping to expand our intern programme for 2020 with additional placements in investment banking, corporate banking and across our support and control functions.” Scotiabank

“ We offer internship and graduate career opportunities across our four service lines: assurance, consulting, tax and transactions, as well as in technology, law and actuarial. Whichever business area you join, you’ll have the chance to hone your skills, build your expertise and study for a professional qualification so that you reach your full potential in your career.” EY

“ At Aviva we offer multiple routes into the business including apprenticeships, graduates, experienced hires and returners to work. At Aviva we run three graduate schemes: A Global Graduate Leadership Programme, a Chartered Accountancy Scheme and an Actuarial Trainee Programme. We also offer year in industry placements and internships.” Aviva plc

“ We are offering graduate programmes, apprenticeship programmes (our ‘accelerate’ pathway), internship programmes and work experience programmes. In the time with us, you’ll pack in lots of learning and new experiences. You’ll help us provide market leading business advice to support our clients’ growth.” Grant Thornton UK LLP

“ We are looking to recruit actuarial trainees to join our insurance teams in Edinburgh and Bristol, starting now and in the summer of 2020, as well as current penultimate year undergraduates for 10-12 week placements on our summer 2020 actuarial intern programme, in Edinburgh and Bristol.” Lloyds Banking Group

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Looking for a fulfilling career? One that can have a wider impact on society? At Grant Thornton, that’s precisely what we offer. A career where you can have your ideas implemented. Your opinions heard. Your contributions valued. Not just by your colleagues, but by coveted clients. So bring your passion, ambitions and inspiration and together let’s make it happen. We believe we’re best positioned to make a meaningful impact on the economy. After all, we provide organisations with the business and financial advice they need to make big decisions and unlock sustainable growth. As one of our trainee business advisers, you will help us provide our clients with the insight and ideas they need for the future of their business. trainees.grantthornton.co.uk linkedin.com/company/grant-thornton-uk-llp

ICAEW is a world-leading professional membership organisation. We provide qualifications and professional development, share knowledge, insight and technical expertise and protect the quality and integrity of the accountancy and finance profession. Our standards are high, meaning ICAEW chartered accountants are always in high demand. As an undergraduate, your journey to becoming an ICAEW chartered accountant begins by finding an opportunity to train with one of our 5,000 authorised employers. We partner with your employer to develop your knowledge, skills and experience as you progress through the prestigious ACA qualification. icaew.com/careers @ICAEW_Careers facebook.com/icaewcareers

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For over 30 years, Inside Careers has helped undergraduates and graduates find recruitment with top graduate employers. Working in partnership with leading professional bodies, our authoritative graduate finance career guides currently cover actuaries, chartered accountancy, and insurance. We also offer a niche jobs board for each profession, with the latest undergraduate and graduate opportunities, as well as expert career information written in partnership with industry insiders. www.accountancycareers.co.uk www.actuarialcareers.co.uk www.insurancecareers.co.uk @AccCareers1, @ActCareers1, @InsCareers1, @IP_Careers facebook.com/insidecareers

We advise dynamic businesses, not for profit organisations, private individuals and families on all areas of business, tax and wealth. With offices across London, Kent and Sussex and international reach via Kreston International, we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of all our clients wherever their ambition takes them. We offer a range of courses to help set you on the path to success. We will work with you throughout your training, offering both professional and financial support along the way â&#x20AC;&#x201C; so you enjoy a challenging and rewarding career with us. www.krestonreeves.com linkedin.com/company/kreston-reeves

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We are the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest financial services group. Our vision is simple, to be the best bank for customers. Our purpose, to help Britain prosper. Our family of iconic brands play a vital role in supporting the people, businesses and communities we serve and in creating a thriving UK economy. We are one of the largest insurance businesses in the UK and under our Scottish Widows brand we have a strong and distinguished heritage. We provide our 6 million insurance customers with the cover they need for the things that matter to them including: life insurance, pensions, investments and general insurance (home, car, travel). lloydsbankinggrouptalent.com @LBGtalent facebook.com/discoverwhatmatters instagram.com/lbgtalent

Management Solutions is an international consulting firm whose core mission is to deliver business, risk, financial, organisational and process-related advisory services, targeting both functional aspects and the implementation of related technologies. We currently have a multidisciplinary team (functional, mathematical, technical and systems integration) of 2,200 professionals. We provide services to clients in Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa from 27 offices (13 in Europe, 13 in the Americas and 1 in Asia). www.managementsolutions.com youtube.com/channel/ UCMAMYqUMgUt779xTZJoFyTw

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Mazars is a global, integrated and independent organisation, specialising in audit, advisory, accounting and tax services. We are among the top 10 accountancy firms within the UK. At Mazars, you matter. Mazars is proud to offer outstanding career opportunities across our training programmes for school leavers, undergraduates and graduates. We also offer a variety of exciting career opportunities for experienced individuals. Joining Mazars means taking part in an exciting and entrepreneurial adventure and seizing the opportunity to quickly grow your potential. We embrace individual strengths to capitalise on what makes you unique. @Mazars_UK facebook.com/mazarsuk

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Career Essentials How to find an internship, placement or volunteering opportunity Wednesday 25th September 2019 1 – 2pm Understanding yourself and your career choices Wednesday 2nd October 2019 12 – 1pm CVs, covering letters and applications Wednesday 16th October 2019 12 – 1pm Networking and making professional contacts Wednesday 30th October 2019 3 – 5pm International students: Working in the UK Thursday 7th November 2019 1 – 3pm

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During the term, employers will be offering one-to-one CV checks to students.

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Why are you interested in City students and graduates? “ City, University of London has a proven track record of producing exceptional actuarial graduates, which is why we want to speak to you about the exciting graduate and intern opportunities available at Lloyds Banking Group in our insurance finance division. Let’s work together to help to help Britain prosper and to be the best Bank for customers.” Lloyds Banking Group

“ City, University of London is one of our target institutions as we have recruited many successful and talented students from City in the past. We embrace diversity in all forms and know that the student population of City is a great mix who will bring innovative and creative ideas into our business. City also strives for academic excellence and we value students with a passion for learning.” Mazars LLP

“ We have seen a lot of interest from City, University of London students and graduates, all of whom have been excellent candidates. We have been impressed by their knowledge, appetite to learn and desire to try something new. We want to ensure those that join our research consultant community have these attributes and are proactive in the role.” WorldQuant Virtual Research Center

“ We feel that City, University of London develop well-grounded and knowledgeable students. With past experience of taking on graduates, they are always professional and enthusiastic about the accountancy profession. They have the interest and passion for accountancy which Kreston Reeves look for in their trainees.” Kreston Reeves

“ City, University of London is one of our key target universities, with students that have demonstrated commitment to personal and professional development. Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) London is a charity that helps students from ethnic minority and low socioeconomic backgrounds to break into elite industries and top firms.” SEO London

“ We have lots of City, University of London alumni on our programme and we would love to recruit more. The programme has always been popular with City students especially because we’re open to a variety of degree subjects and backgrounds. The students and graduates that are on our programme are to a high standard and successful in their roles.” Teach First

The Mountbatten Program is a 12-month graduate internship and study program in New York. Participants spend a year in New York with an opportunity to spend a further three months in Bangkok on the Mountbatten Program. We provide a 12-month, full-time, paid internship at a leading global company and a business-related study program: tech focused professional development program ‘Digital Fluency’, Masters or an MBA. We also provide accommodation and the opportunity to live in some of the world’s greatest cities.

Here at the National Audit Office (NAO), the scope of our work and influence is vast. We support Parliament to hold government to account and improve the full spectrum of public services. We enable and support crucial economic and social changes needed to improve financial management and the way vital public services are delivered to millions of people every day. In a nutshell, we help the nation spend wisely. So come, join us and be part of the bigger picture at the National Audit Office. naoaccountancyscheme.co.uk @NAOgraduatejobs

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BREAK-OUT SESSIONS: We’re pleased to deliver a series of break-out sessions in conjunction with the Business, Finance and Economics Fair. These sessions are run by some of the exhibitors at the Fair and will help you to explore your career path and improve your employability skills. They are a great opportunity to get direct tips from the employers exhibiting at the Fair. The following sessions will take place during the Fair on Wednesday 2nd October in College Building.

Gain fast track entry to the Fair The Careers Service, in partnership with Fair sponsors, will be hosting Fair preparation sessions ahead of the Fairs, to give you their best networking tips and discuss best practice for making the most of the Fair. Students who register and attend the Fair preparation session will be given a fast track pass which will allow priority entry to the corresponding Fair (30 minutes before general entry).

Making the most of the Business, Finance and Economics Fair Monday 30th September 2019, 1pm – 2pm Find out more https://buff.ly/2ZW0kUz

Accessibility hour The first hour (14:00 – 15:00) of the Fair will be designated as an Accessibility Hour, allowing students who have access needs and requirements advance access to the employers, in order to have uninterrupted and meaningful conversations about the roles on offer.

During the Fair, there will be a free CV checking service. If you have a CV that you would like reviewed by one of our careers consultants, bring it along.

Becoming a successful consultant 2.30 – 3.30pm in AG21 Capacity: 111 If you are approaching the end of your degree or master’s and are considering working in consulting, or if you would just like to know more about the options that are out there, join us in our session. We aim to provide an overview of the environment in which a consultant usually works and our day-to-day activities. We will also share some tips on what type of profiles consulting firms are currently looking for and we will be happy to answer any questions that you may have about working in consulting. By the end of this session you will have very useful insight on how to excel in your interview and prospective career as a consultant.

Top tips for the Civil Service Fast Stream application process 3 – 4pm in A110 Capacity: 50 The Civil Service helps the government of the day to implement their commitments and deliver high quality services to the public. The Fast Stream is an accelerated career path to leadership with supported development. We are a graduate employer that is consistently ranked in the top five of The Times Top 100. This workshop will be focussed on the application process to the Civil Service Fast Stream and consist of a drop-in Q and A session with current Fast Streamers, who will share their top tips for the application process.

Top tips to help land an internship, placement, or graduate role 2.30 – 3.30pm in A214 Capacity: 30 Applying through online application forms, aptitude tests and telephone interviews may all sound daunting as there are so many hurdles in your way. But if you can set aside your anxiousness, the process can be a really enjoyable experience. This session will enable you to unlock your potential and help you navigate through. Join us to learn more about how to secure an internship, placement or graduate role to build towards a foundation for your career.

An introduction to quantitative finance 3 – 4pm in AG07B Capacity: 50 Have you ever considered a career in quantitative finance? During our session we aim to provide an overview of quant finance, an introduction to the various roles that exist within a quantitative asset management firm and details of our unique opportunity where you can try being a quant yourself.

This is an exciting time to join the Office for National Statistics (ONS). We are expanding our professional community, looking to recruit graduate analysts to join us in meeting the challenges of measuring, monitoring and understanding the ever-changing UK economy. We are the UK’s largest independent producer of official statistics and the recognised national statistical institute. We are responsible for collecting, analysing and publishing statistics about the UK’s economy, society and population.

Events to look out for: Autumn term Opportunities in investment banking round table Thursday 3rd October 2019 6 – 8pm Explore opportunities in consultancy Thursday 10th October 2019 6 – 8pm Developing a behavioural scoring model for customers and estimating the probability of default Thursday 24th October 2019 6 – 8 pm

www.ons.gov.uk @ONS @ONSrecuitment #ONSjobs #ONSlife facebook.com/ONS linkedin.com/company/ office-for-national-statistics

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ICAEW business challenge Thursday 31st October 2019 6 – 8pm LinkedIn lab Wednesday 13th November 2019 1 – 3pm

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PKF Littlejohn delivers accountancy services and advice to a broad range of business, corporate, not for profits and private clients. Our strength? We are medium-sized by choice. We combine the efficiency and technical expertise you would expect of a major firm, with the intellectual and personal skills required to build close, successful client relationships. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also an important part of PKF International, a network of leading accountancy practices located in around 150 countries throughout the world. www.pkf-littlejohn.com linkedin.com/company/littlejohn

Scotiabank is a leading multinational financial services provider and Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most international bank. We provide innovative financial products and services to individuals, small and medium-size businesses, corporations and governments across Canada and around the world. We are an internationally-recognised and award-winning workplace. We are always on the lookout for fresh thinking and unique skills. Our employees are rewarded for their contributions. We are driven by core values that put our people first. We are performance based and driven to succeed. www.scotiabank.com/careers/en/careers.html @scotiabank facebook.com/scotiabank instagram.com/scotiabank linkedin.com/company/scotiabank

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Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) London is a charity that helps students, particularly those from ethnic and low socioeconomic backgrounds, to secure internships and graduate roles at top banks and firms. SEO London’s Careers Programme partners with over 50 sponsor firms across eight leading industries and has supported several thousand alumni into internships and graduate roles since 2000. The support includes mentoring and exclusive training opportunities hosted by our sponsor firms. www.seo-london.org @SEOLondoninfo facebook.com/SEOCareersLondon

Young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in this country are being let down by one of the most unfair education systems in the developed world and the knock-on effect of this injustice lasts a lifetime. It’s a cycle we’re determined to break, but we need your help. On our two-year leadership development programme, we will support you to become a qualified teacher. By training on the job, you will quickly develop your skills and have an immediate impact on the lives of the young people who need you the most. www.teachfirst.org.uk @TeachFirst linkedin.com/company/teach-first youtube.com/channel/ UC3pZpT8vk2cr9tsb-rTHhwQ

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WorldQuant is a quantitative asset management firm founded in 2007 and currently has over 750 employees working in 27 offices in 17 countries. We develop and deploy systematic financial strategies across a variety of asset classes in global markets, utilising a proprietary research platform and risk management process. The WorldQuant Virtual Research Center brings the possibility to become a quant to anyone, anywhere in the world. Individuals get the opportunity to learn about quantitative finance, build financial models, participate in global competitions and be considered for potential research consultant positions at WorldQuant. www.WorldQuantVRC.com facebook.com/WorldQuantCareers youtube.com/channel/UCde7Y_ tiRThbgWuoaTggasQ/featured

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Upcoming events Surviving or thriving: Mental health awareness in the workplace Friday 7th February 2020 1 – 3pm

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LGBT+ workplace equality: Increasing inclusion Monday 10th February 2020 6 – 8pm International Women’s Day: Successful women in the workplace Friday 6th March 2020 1 – 3pm

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What are the perks of working for your company? “ EY is a company that offers you the chance to work with clients from all over the world, while paying for your qualification to be the most successful you can be in your role. We provide each graduate and intern who join us with a buddy, counsellor, line manager and student recruitment team who make up your support network.” EY

“ Our core benefits include access to life assurance, income protection and private medical cover. We also have a range of voluntary benefits to choose from, these include: buying holiday, pension, travel insurance, Bike4work, health assessments, dental insurance, personal accident insurance, anytime gym discounts and critical illness cover.” Grant Thornton UK LLP

“ By joining Lloyds Banking Group you’ll benefit from on-going career and personal development with a comprehensive package that includes a competitive salary, bonus, generous pension, market leading study support, regular rotations, share save initiatives and a wide ranging suite of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your own needs.” Lloyds Banking Group

“ We have a range of benefits including flexible working options, a minimum of 25 days’ holiday, a non-contributory pension, private healthcare, interest-free season ticket loans, a performance-based bonus, a subsidised on-site fitness centre, charity and volunteering initiatives, a reflection and multi-faith room and free eye tests.” Financial Conduct Authority

“ We are proud of the reputation we’ve built and we’re grateful to our people for making it stronger every day. Perks of working for Kreston Reeves include a flexible benefits pot which can be spent on a range of benefits from Tastecards, gym memberships and travel insurance. We also offer discounted shopping, including cinema tickets and have a strong CSR programme to give back where we can.” Kreston Reeves

“ The Mountbatten Program is a unique combination of work, study and living abroad for graduates and young professionals that jumpstarts their careers in an increasingly competitive global market. Participants enjoy lucrative employment prospects postprogram, with a New York alumni survey highlighting that 100 per cent were employed within six months post-program.” Mountbatten Program 30|31

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