Hi everyone, I recently graduated from the University of Nottingham, completed CFA Level 2, and have a year of Investment Banking experience. I’ve been applying for financial sector roles for a year without much luck. Any advice to improve my approach would be greatly appreciated

Hey there, 

I know I’m late to the party, but I hope you’re still pushing forward and haven’t lost momentum.

With IB experience and CFA Level 2, you’ve got a strong foundation, so if things haven’t clicked yet, it’s probably more about refining your approach than missing qualifications. If you’re just applying online, that could be the issue and I'd recommend to do some more networking. Reach out to alumni, former colleagues, and industry connections for coffee chats or referrals. 

Also, take a fresh look at your application materials. Are you highlighting results rather than just responsibilities? Have you tailored your applications to different roles?

I’d love to hear where things stand now and let me know if you need help strategizing.