What makes a good candidate?

Our clients are some of the most elite financial institutions in the world and the people that they hire are amongst the top percentile of the population. Hiring standards are extremely high and only the best make it through.

Broadly speaking, our clients look for the following five criteria:

 •  Strong technical skills

 •  Relevant business/domain knowledge

 •  Good academics

 •  Excellent soft skills – good interpersonal and communication skills, leadership qualities, ability to take ownership of 

    projects.

 •  High degree of motivation

The candidates that get hired are well-rounded individuals who are not only technically strong with relevant domain knowledge but also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrable leadership qualities.

More importantly, a candidate's attitude can make or break a deal. It’s critical to most if not all managers, that the people that they hire are enthusiastic and keen about the role, the team and the company. At the end of the interview, don't be afraid to explicitly state your keen interest and enthusiasm for the role and joining their team. A high level of energy and enthusiasm will help you stand out from the competition.

So good luck and be sure to impress!