Black Talent in Banking is taking place on 4th March and is designed to support Black Heritage Bright Network members in exploring a career in banking, whilst introducing you to committed, inclusive employers. After the success of our previous Student Leadership Boards, we are delighted to announce that we're once again looking to collaborate with a group of 6 bright and ambitious students passionate about championing diversity in the banking and finance sectors.
By joining the Student Leadership Board, you'll take an elevated role in the run-up to the event, as well as on the day to help maximise the benefits of the event for yourself and other members.
It's a great opportunity to enhance your CV with valuable skills – leadership, communication, marketing, and networking.
What's new for this Spring, and why should you apply?
- Play a leading role in growing the Black Talent in Banking Guild community
- Receive a personal certificate of participation and LinkedIn endorsement for the Student Leadership Board
- Free CV review with personalised feedback from our HR department
- Highlighted in the digital programme provided to all attendees and employers as a member of the Student Leadership Board
What will the role involve?
As a Student Leadership Board member, you will be taking a more influential role before and at the event. Your core responsibilities will be:
In advance
- Attending one virtual pre-event meeting with the Event Manager lead for Black Talent in Banking
- Keeping attendees warm through our online community – Guild. Find out more about Guild here
- Support with spreading the word about Bright Network Black Talent in Banking at your university, societies and posting on social media
- Working together with the event marketing lead to refer students to sign up to the events
- Sending in a short, 100-word, third-person biography and photo that will be displayed on screen at the event and included in the digital programme that will be accessible to all attendees and employers
- Work with other Student Leadership Board members to plan and deliver an ice-breaker activity for the morning of the event
On the day
- Arrive at the venue at 10:15am
- Attend a briefing with the Bright Network team on the day of the event
- Helping the team with live social media content on the day of the event
- Deliver an icebreaker session of your choice to our members
- Help manage registrations, assist with logistics and welcome attendees and partner firm representatives
- Lead networking and guide fellow attendees to have productive conversations with partner firms
For those confident enough to do so, there may also be an opportunity to host a filmed, quick-fire Q&A with representatives from our partner firms.
Who are we looking for?
We're looking for the Black Talent in Banking Student Leadership Board to be made up of people who:
- Are motivated and enthusiastic about maximising the event's impact for employers and students
- Are confident to take on a leadership role during the event
- Have successfully applied and received an offer to attend the Black Talent in Banking 2024 in-person event
- Have familiarity with social media promotion. This would be a bonus but not essential
How to apply:
To apply to become a member of the Black Talent in Banking Student Leadership Board, click the Apply Now button at the top of the page and complete the application form by 26th January. There are 6 spaces available and it is reviewed on a first come, first served basis. We recommend you apply as early as possible - the sooner you apply, the sooner you will be on the board and start making an impact!
We look forward to receiving your application soon!