About this Event

Saturday 13 February 2021 14:00-15:30pm (GMT)

Saturday 20 February 2021 14:00-16:00pm (GMT)

Saturday 27 February 2021 14:00-15:30pm (GMT)

**You will receive an email link to access Zoom the day before the events**

Many penultimate and final year students want to understand how best to increase their chances of making a successful internship/graduate job application, yet struggle with where to start. This intensive 3-week workshop will give you the insider knowledge and confidence to navigate those pesky professional services job applications.

In the first week, you will understand:

• How to complete a strong CV and cover letter
• How to expand your list of personal skills
• How to incorporate 'action words' into job applications
• How to answer competency questions
• You will be allotted a separate review (1hr) of your CV/Cover letter for any existing applications you have

*Materials provided:

• An overview of professional services
• Example competency based application form
• Example competence questions/answers
• Examples of Sharon's cover letters to companies such as Fidelity International & Schroders (both applications were successful).

In the second week, you will understand:

• How to boost your communication skills
• Top tips on nurturing your commercial/industry awareness
• How to pass psychometric tests, including situational judgement and behavioral preference tests
• How to pass assessment center group exercises, including key competencies and behavioral indicators.
• Towards the end of this session, you will participate in a 45 minute mock group exercise, and will be sent a personalized feedback report.

*Materials provided:

• Examples of Sharon's feedback reports for group exercises and situational judgement tests (PwC)
• Key competencies and behavioral indicators
• A real case study with example answers

In the third week, you will understand:

• How to develop a 'presence' in telephone/face to face interviews
• How to use the 'STAR' approach in answering interview questions
• You will be allotted a separate interview session (1hr) with Sharon, using the questions she was asked in her interviews with reputable firms, such as PwC/RSM.

*Materials provided:

• A fact sheet on the 'STAR' approach
• Example interview questions (RSM/PwC)
• Sharon's preparation bundle for her PwC partner and director interview

Fees and Pricing:

• Week 1: £75
• Week 2: £75
• Week 3: £75
• Purchase tickets to individual sessions or purchase the entire bundle for £225
• **Materials will be provided subject to you purchasing tickets for the specific week in question

LIMITED AVAILABILITY! TICKETS ARE SELLING FAST!

Hello!

I'm Sharon and the founder of 'Career workshop with Sharon'. I am an Exam Qualified Chartered Accountant with a degree in Accounting & Finance from the University of Exeter. Over the course of my academic career, I have worked and interned with financial institutions such as JP Morgan, KPMG, Goldman Sachs, Price Bailey and PwC. I currently work as a tax consultant at MHA Macintyre Hudson.

Whilst at University, I made two unsuccessful applications to PwC's graduate scheme. Prior to making a third application, I completed intensive research into graduate applications for the professional services sector. Needless to say, my third and final application was successful, and I am confident that I can pass on the gems, insights and nuggets that I gained during this phase.

Beyond my day job, I coach students on how to develop soft skills for success in the workplace. I have volunteered on several masterclasses for penultimate and final year students. Furthermore, I am a recipient of the Exeter Award and the Exeter Leaders' Award, both of which demonstrate my in-depth understanding of the job application process.

I look forward to meeting you.

Sharon

Please find me on Linkedin or contact me on sharonordor@yahoo.com