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The ethics of career progression…. What would you do?

26 Aug 20
by Anonymous
Until recently you’ve experienced high job satisfaction in your current workplace but you were recently overlooked for a promotion.

The ethics of international equities... what would you do?

19 Aug 20
by John Jeffery
Working in the fast-paced and dynamic world of international equities, many deals are traded on a daily basis. Behind the glamour and prestige of the trading desk, back office and middle office teams ensure that the settlement process – funds transferred, shares moved – runs smoothly. Its important work; if a trade fails to settle, the consequences can be loss of reputation, interest rate charges and even fines.

Starting at a new firm during COVID-19

18 Aug 20
by Ricky Rangra, 2020 BFSO Young Ambasasdor
What has the experience been like when it comes to starting a new role at a new organisation during the onset of COVID-19?

Embedding an ethical culture in a new world

11 Aug 20
by Pauline Vamos, Director, The Banking + Finance Oath
How can we embed an ethical culture in this changing world? Pauline Vamos, Director of The Banking and Financial Services Oath shares the why and ways to embed ethics into your business.

The ethics of redundancy in times of crises... What would you do?

11 Aug 20
by Anonymous
A small boutique wealth management company has been hammered by a slowing economy in the current climate. Revenue is down, cash flow is dwindling and lines of credit are nearly exhausted. The company is bleeding money, despite some government support. The founder and CEO is trying to ride out the storm, but the situation has deteriorated enough that they must do something to stop the financial haemorrhaging. The option that would reap the greatest savings for the struggling company is to lay of...

The ethics of managing expectations... what would you do?

04 Aug 20
by Anonymous
You’re a first-year analyst at an investment bank and happy to be working long hours to produce high quality work after having landed your dream job upon graduating from uni. You have the opportunity to work with one of the organisation’s most reputable senior bankers on a deal, and you're pleased when they compliment you on the presentation of your reports as well as your attention to detail.

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