Careers Talk: Crafting a High-Impact Quant Finance Resume

Learn how to craft a standout resume with expert insights from Brian Cullinan, who will guide you in creating an impactful document that opens doors to new opportunities. 

Abstract:

With specialised skills that are in high demand around the world, quant finance professionals are often forgiven a multitude of mistakes on their resumes. From foundational elements such as incorrect formatting and length, through to presenting complex academic research in an unappealing or uninformative way, these errors can limit opportunity and advancement.

Having a top-quality resume can be the difference between getting a job, and getting the job you really want. As a crucial piece of personal marketing, it is particularly important for those looking to move into more senior roles, or find work in a new market.

Join Brian Cullinan as he provides unique insights into building an impactful resume. Brian will outline common mistakes to avoid, provide useful hints and tips on developing an engaging document, and offer some advice on standing out from the crowd during the recruitment process.

About the Speaker:

Brian Cullinan is a search consultant at Capital Markets Recruitment, specializing in quantitative research recruitment across EMEA, APAC and the US for hedge funds and proprietary trading firms. He has five years’ experience in front-office search and a track record of successfully executing searches across most major asset classes. Prior to joining Capital Markets Brian he was a consultant with Dartmouth Partners in London.