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Locstein Group interview questions

Locstein Group Interview Questions

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Generally speaking, Locstein Group accept all university degree subjects for Locstein graduate schemes, although technical degrees are preferable for technical roles at the firm. Places are limited and the number of applications for both internships and graduate jobs is high, so your application must be as competitive as possible if you want to be successful in getting an interview.

The application process consists of:

Motivation

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It is especially important that you make clear in your written application or covering letter your motivation for working at Locstein, as this will be of paticular interest.

Application Form

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You will be required to provide:

  • Contact information
  • Education history
  • Language skills
  • Exam results
  • Work experience
  • Any certification
  • Technical skills
  • Motivations for applying to Locstein Group.

Language skills are required for some roles in the firm. There are also minimum academic requirements.

First Interview/Assessment

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The initial interview/assessment day consists of:

Your first interview will be with two Locstein staff members from the division to which you have applied. You will be looking to demonstrate the competencies listed above. You will also need to demonstrate commercial awareness, and a general knowledge about the marketplace in which you have applied for.

Make sure you have read the financial papers as these will help with interview answers. Examine the Locstein website to learn more about the firm before your interview.

Questions you are likely to be asked:

  • What were the names of your last interviewers?
  • Why do you want to work in this division?
  • What is the exchange rate between the euro and the dollar?
  • How did the US market do last year?
  • Do you think maths is important to a career in IB?
  • Do you do any financial modelling?
  • Tell me about your stock portfolio.
  • Why did your choose your University/degree subject?
  • Why Private Wealth Management and not Asset Management?

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