Jennifer Davey – Recruitment Manager
"A question we get asked a lot is 'How can I make myself stand out?'
There’s no denying it is a competitive job market, so my best advice is to follow this simple formula – motivation + research + evidence + potential = a memorable candidate."
Put this into practise by:
- Showing a genuine motivation for the role and company by doing in depth research, attending events, following company social media etc.
- Demonstrate your transferable skills by showcasing your experiences and these can come from work, clubs, sports, volunteering, family responsibilities etc
- Tailor every application and
- Be your authentic self, don’t fall into the AI trap. Companies want to see your potential not ChatGPT’s potential.
Alex Blyth – Recruiter & Programme Manager
"I always get asked what mistakes I see students make at the interview stage, and the most common are not researching the bank or fully understanding the role, over-rehearsing answers to the point that they sound scripted rather than conversational and lacking the commercial awareness to discuss what’s happening in the financial markets or wider economy."
Katharine Evans – Recruiter
"My top tips for anyone applying to anything is to make sure you do your research. You need to know your “why” and be able to bring it to life! The strongest candidates I see are the ones that are able to articulate what about the opportunity motivates them, why the industry/company/team/job feels like the right next step for them, all whilst still letting their personality shine through."
Anna Chin - Recruiter
"When preparing for an assessment centre, research Deutsche Bank, the division, and the role so you understand the team’s work and what's required. Consider your transferable skills and prepare examples showing how your experience could add value, using the STAR method to structure your answers. Review your CV, plan your journey and arrive early so you feel calm and confident. Most importantly, be yourself, stay curious and ask thoughtful questions that demonstrate genuine enthusiasm."
