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A graduate job in investment banking or insurance: which should I choose?
What are the differences between graduate jobs in investment banking and insurance and how do you work out which one is best for you?
The top skills retail banking, insurance and actuarial employers want
To get a graduate job in financial services you need to convince recruiters that you have the skills to do the job well. But which of your skills should you be making a big deal of in your applications and interviews?
What's it like to work in audit at PwC?
Shuyan Liu describes working as a graduate in PwC’s London Audit team and explains why tact, tenacity and critical thinking are key attributes in her role.
Getting work experience and internships in finance
Advice on applying for internships and placements in finance, as well as how to make a good impression during your work experience and what options are available.
Deutsche Bank internship cover letter tips
It’s vital that you make the most of your Deutsche Bank internship cover letter, as your chance of going to the next stage of the firm’s selection process depends on it.
The PwC graduate application process explained
We take you through how to apply to PwC and how to succeed at each stage of the Big 4 firm's graduate recruitment process.
Which accountancy specialisation should you choose?
Can you practise discretion and build good working relationships based on trust? Perhaps you should consider a career in tax. Or do you have the inquisitiveness and sound judgment of a detective? Forensics probably appeals. How do you decide which will suit you best?
Answering Morgan Stanley application form questions
The Morgan Stanley application process for its graduate positions begins with an online application form that, depending on the programme, may include division-specific questions requiring written answers.
Retail banker: job description
Retail bankers provide members of the public with financial advice and banking services.
‘Why Bank of America?’ How graduates and students should answer this question
The US-based bank likes to ask applicants ‘Why Bank of America?’ or a variation of this key motivational question; such as ‘Why do you want to work for Bank of America and this specific division?’. Read on for tips on crafting your response.
Accountancy salaries and benefits for graduates
Find out the salaries and benefits that accounting firms are offering graduates in 2022 and 2023.
Why I chose to work at BDO over the Big 4
There will be more than just one reason why you decide an employer is the best fit for you. During a recent lively webinar with four BDO employees, all of whom have had previous experience at Big 4 firms, this was very evident. From the variety of colleagues and clients, to having an impact, to flexibility and autonomy… discover their reasons for applying to and joining BDO, and staying with the firm.
