Monday, March 2, 2009

Glocap Publications - Hedge Fund Book

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GLOCAP SEARCH'S NEWEST CAREER GUIDE

GETTING A JOB IN HEDGE FUNDS: AN INSIDE LOOK AT HOW FUNDS HIRE

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Yes, times are tough, but there are hedge funds that are hiring. This book outlines what it takes to get a foot in the door - whether you're just out of school or have several years' of work experience. You'll learn where hedge funds traditionally look for new candidates, what sort of experience is needed to set yourself up for a position, and what can be done to improve your chances of getting into the fund of your choice.

In addition to Glocap's own guidance, this book offers case studies of more than two-dozen people who have successfully navigated the difficult hedge fund hiring path. These people candidly discuss what worked for them, what interviews were like and what, if anything, they would have done differently. Sample resumes and interviewing tips are also included.

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If you're seriously considering a career in hedge funds, it helps to understand how they hire. This book will give you an edge that will allow you to stay one step ahead of others looking to secure a position in this field.

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WHAT YOU GET

  • Targeted advice for all levels of candidates
  • Unique insight from industry executives
  • Case studies
  • Sample resumes
  • Interview advice
  • The latest compensation data

THE AUTHOR

Adam Zoia is the founder and Managing Partner of Glocap Search LLC and currently runs the firm's hedge fund practice. He has been actively recruiting hedge fund and private equity professionals for almost a decade and has worked on searches for many well-established funds in the United States and Europe. Adam is a frequent speaker at conferences and business schools and has been sought out and appeared on numerous occasions on mainstream media, including CNN, CNBC, and the New York Times, as an expert on hiring trends and executive compensation.


Blogs and similar online sites
Career coaches or counselors
College recruiting & job fairs
Facebook application
Family and friends
Informational interviews
Job boards (large, all-purpose)
Job boards (niche/specialty)
Job fairs (other than college)
Message boards and chat rooms
Networks (college alumni)
Networks (other than college)
Past manager or colleague
Newspaper ads
Outplacement firms
Professional associations
Professional resume writers
Recruiting/placement firms
Sending unsolicited resumes to companies
Temporary agencies
Walk-ins/cold calls to employers

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

I just realized that I've been thinking about the same thing I've already written about 5 months ago. There we go, I wanted to write down my experiences interviewing for entry-level jobs. Fresh grads from bottom of the top tier universities, here we go!

1. First I think I need put down a list of companies that I've interviewed for.
2. A section on government jobs- the process of applying, waiting for exam/interview notification/salary ladder. I have not attended any exams and have not been involved in any government work thus far so my opinion on this topic is very limited. Additional insights are encouraged!
3. Finance & Accounting jobs- which industries hire the most people and what are few of the companies around that are actively recruiting either across the country or in California.
4. Job placement companies- what are temp jobs? what are the big finance & accounting placement companies? (RemX, Robert Half, etc) My experience with temp companies.
5. Insurance, sales, being aware of pyramid schemes, money sucking traps.
6. What is the insurance industry like? State exams, what are their closing rate (33%)
7. Financial advisor/planner- what is that all about? Wealth management.
8. What does it mean to be a "Financial Analyst"?
9. What does it mean to be a "Business (Systems) Analyst"?
10. What's Big 4? What's tax and audit? What's CPA? Non CPA accounting routes?
11. CFA vs. MBA?
12. Craigslist- 90% of time a waste of time. Posting your resume on craigslist.

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