So whats the deal here.
Security Clearance versus Investment Banking?
I get it that SC has a premium attached to it. Seems to be worth an extra 20% on top of the rates for a contract
But IB? Even bog standard technical skills have a significant premium. Starting rates at £450. I am forever
seeing SQL/Reporting/BI work offered at £500-£600 per day.
But all the same. Must have IB. Must have equities. Must have derivatives.
I did a few banks 10+ years ago but never IB.
So how easy is this to learn? Are there specific books/papers that a contractor should read to get themselves up to speed for an interview?
Would it be prudent to put feelers out and offer yourself at a discount rate to your technical skills to get in and learn the 'business?'
Security Clearance versus Investment Banking?
I get it that SC has a premium attached to it. Seems to be worth an extra 20% on top of the rates for a contract
But IB? Even bog standard technical skills have a significant premium. Starting rates at £450. I am forever
seeing SQL/Reporting/BI work offered at £500-£600 per day.
But all the same. Must have IB. Must have equities. Must have derivatives.
I did a few banks 10+ years ago but never IB.
So how easy is this to learn? Are there specific books/papers that a contractor should read to get themselves up to speed for an interview?
Would it be prudent to put feelers out and offer yourself at a discount rate to your technical skills to get in and learn the 'business?'
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