The podcast discusses how to stand out as an Academy Associate, navigating career exploration, contrasting Cellside and Bicyte roles, emphasizing passion and work-life balance in finance, and the evolution and success at Point72 Academy.
Actively seek interactions with PMs and analysts to stand out in Academy environment through networking and learning opportunities.
Candidates should conduct research, speak to professionals, and ask meaningful questions to showcase preparedness and eagerness to learn in finance industry.
Deep dives
Opportunities in the Academy
Academy Associates have a unique chance to engage with professionals in the field by actively seeking interactions with portfolio managers (PMs) and analysts. Making an effort to ask insightful questions, meet people, and engage in discussions can help individuals stand out in the Academy environment, providing a valuable opportunity to network and learn from experienced professionals. This proactive approach can lead to mentorship opportunities and a deeper understanding of the investment process while showcasing one's eagerness to learn and engage within the industry.
Recruitment Insights
When exploring career paths, candidates are encouraged to conduct thorough research and speak to individuals from both buyside and sellside to understand the nuances of each role. Embracing the challenges and opportunities present in the banking industry or any field requires a readiness to learn and adapt. Asking meaningful questions during interviews, such as inquiring about significant career challenges and the best and worst aspects of a job, can demonstrate a candidate's preparedness and willingness to navigate the demands of their chosen career path.
Cultivating Success in the Industry
Success in the finance industry, particularly in roles like portfolio manager (PM) and analyst, involves a blend of essential qualities like commerciality, curiosity, and passion for the markets. Emphasizing attributes beyond technical skills, such as work-life balance and extracurricular interests, can provide insights into a candidate's character and potential cultural fit within a firm. Creativity, passion, willingness to take risks, and ethical behavior are valued traits that contribute to an individual's success and longevity in the competitive finance field.
In this episode, Jaimi talks to an Academy recruiter about what she looks for on resumes, how candidates set themselves apart, and dos and don’ts in the interview process.
You’ll also hear from an Academy graduate and his PM about why they wanted to work together, and how Point72 creates career opportunities you’ll only get in the Academy.
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