King's Banking & Finance Society

Following our very successful event this week, we’re pleased to announce another big event for next week: A Consulting Panel with KBFS! 👏

Stanislas Jacquet, KBFS Alumni, and Ethan Diamond are Associate Consultants at Capgemini Invent, specialising in Analytics, Data, and AI. They will be holding a Consulting Panel, where you will be given an insight into Capgemini, Consulting, and their respective career paths.

Screenshot the QR Code on the last slide or use the link in our bio to sign up!

🗓 7th March, 18:00
📍Bush House (SE) 1.05

Dive deep into conversation with KBFS at our newest event. We will be exploring the nuances of commercial banking, including current trends and imperative challenges that banks must overcome if they are to remain competitive in the future.

You will have the opportunity to actively engage with Tamsin about her extensive expertise and career journey.

Join us on Wednesday with .efs by signing up through our link in bio.

🗓 Wednesday 1st March, 18:00
📍 Bush House (NE) 0.01 - Lecture Theater 3

King’s Banking and Finance Society in collaboration with .efs is proud to present our most exciting event yet! Join us for a conversation Tasnim Ghiawadwala, King’s Alumni and Global Head of Citi Commercial Banking 🤩

She will be sharing unique insights into her illustrious career and professional journey. The event will act as an opportunity for you to interact with her and partake in an active discussion. Having previously worked in leadership positions at various investment firms, her plethora of experience will be very insightful for everyone.

Sign up now through the link in our bio!

🗓 1st March, 18:00
📍Bush House (NE) 0.01 - Lecture Theatre 3

Programming is becoming an essential aspect of the finance industry. Learn about the fundamentals of SQL and how it can be used to make informed business decisions at our newest event.

Sign up now through the link in bio!

🗓 14th February 2023, 16:00
📍King’s Building K4.32 (Computer Room)

Programming is becoming an essential aspect of the finance industry. Learn about the fundamentals of SQL and how it can be used to make informed business decisions at our newest event.

Sign up now through the link in bio!

🗓 Tuesday 14th February 2023, 16:00
📍King’s Building K4.32 (Computer Room)

KBFS has partnered with .robotics to present our second workshop together: Algorithmic Trading with Python🐍

Learn the basics of market data analysis and how to query sentiment of instruments using financial news with Python. Although this topic is more complex, it will be easy to understand this topic as the workshop progresses.

Click the link in our bio or scan the QR code to sign up!

🗓️Wednesday 8th February 15:00-17:00
📍Bush House (SE) 4.02 Computer Room

Come & join us for the first KBFS social of 2023🥳!

Join us for a fun night of mingling with the committee and society members. You don't have to drink to take part and everyone is more than welcome to join! Don't forget your ID.

🗓 1st February 2023, 19:30
📍The Vault, Bush House

We are excited to announce the fourth episode of our Analyst Series, featuring Luca-Dorin Anton, a King's Alumni, former president of KCL Robotics Society and Information Technology Analyst at Bank of America.

He will be sharing his background and experience as an IT Analyst, including his day-to-day responsibilities. Learn about what it's like to work at a major bank and have your questions answered during the Q&A session. 🤩

Make sure to scan the QR code on the last slide or use the link in our bio to sign up!

🗓️ Thursday, 26th January 2023, 18:00 GMT
📍 Bush House (SE) 1.05

📢: We are extremely excited to have recently partnered with SimFin, a free service aimed at helping students get the jobs they want!

SimFin sends a weekly summary of important M&A and markets news directly to your inbox. They explain complex financial deals and market situations in a simple and easy to digest format. It is perfect if you are prepping for interviews or writing cover letters, all you need to do is read the 5 minute newsletter once a week.

Sign up for this free service to save time reading the financial news - let them do the hard work for you! SimFin is King's Banking and Finance Society's latest sponsor and we look forward to working with the team in the future.

Sign-up for free through the link in our bio (Our Sponsor: SimFin)! 😃

📆 Save the date: Networking Session with on 2 November 2021.

We are extremely excited to offer you this exclusive opportunity to meet up with a panel of bankers from UBS!

This is YOUR CHANCE to find out more about the different divisions at UBS, what the firm culture is like, and receive tips on how to be successful in your application to UBS! You will also have an opportunity to network with these bankers directly in a breakout room session so do come prepared with questions for the panelists — this is your chance to make a good impression and make connections with those working in the banking industry!

Stay tuned for the next post as we will provide you with more details on how to sign up for the networking session!

We are hiring! This is your chance to join the biggest banking and finance society in KCL as the Head of Marketing or Head of Technology. Check out what each role entails and the application link is in our bio!

Note: We review applications on a rolling basis!

Want to learn more about Blackstone? Join Blackstone this Thursday to gain an insight towards Blackstone and learn how to ace your applications to Blackstone!
Registration link in our bio!

KBFS is proud to host possibly one of the largest banking and finance related inter-uni events! Come join us with hundreds of university students from all across the UK for an evening with Aba Anderson, a Senior Analyst from Goldman Sachs! She will be sharing her experience on what it takes to be a successful leader and how to drive change at a top investment bank!

Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leading-and-thriving-in-finance-tickets-191030145307

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work on an investment bank trading floor or for an asset management firm?

Take the same simulation used to train new graduate hires at Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, Credit Suisse, and Citi.

Experience market making and sales and trading for an investment bank and work as a portfolio manager for an asset management firm to accelerate your future in finance.

Join us for the free session with taking place on Tuesday, 19th October, 17:00-19:00 BST.

Those who stand out during the event have the opportunity to have their internship applications fast-tracked with firms such as Morgan Stanley, Quadrature and Franklin Templeton - last year, 98 students were recommended to Morgan Stanley, and one could be you this year.

Register here: https://amplifyme.com/for-societies-book-now

📢 WE ARE HIRING! Don’t miss this chance to be a part of the largest banking and finance society at King’s College London!

We are looking for outstanding individuals for the following associate roles:
1) Corporate Relations - 1 position
2) Events - 2 positions
3) Social Media - 1 position
4) Marketing - 1 position

We recruit on a rolling basis and the google form will close on 14 October 2021.

Application link is in our bio! We look forward to seeing your application!

Spend an evening with us getting to know more about the banking and finance sector with distinguished KBFS alumni speakers from a variety of top firms in the industry!

Details:
Date: 4 October 2021
Time: 6pm
Venue: Zoom (online), link will be made known at a later date

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/kbfs-introduction-to-banking-and-finance-tickets-183890751187

Do you plan to apply to Spring Weeks this year? Do you want unrivalled support and guidance through the application process from students who have received offers from a variety of top firms?

Well the KBFS and are here to help you achieve that! Our mentorship scheme is here to help you students get the support you need to apply for Spring Weeks. If you are successful in your application we will match you with a mentor who will support you with your applications!

The Spring Mentorship Programme is open to students, irrespective of degree and experience! We are interested in applicants who have a desire to learn and do their best!

Applications run on a rolling basis, application link is in our bio!

Thank you to everyone who visited us at our booth during Fresher’s Fair last week! We are excited to announce our very own WELCOME EVENT that will be held on 1 October 2021 at 5PM.

The event will be in-person with the venue to be confirmed at a later date. This is your chance to meet us in-person and get to learn more about the amazing opportunities we have for you at KBFS. You will also get a chance to make new friends and expand your network with like-minded individuals during our networking session!

Register for our event here: lnk.bio/AEiL 😊

Can’t wait to meet you all!

Exciting news! 🤩 We have partnered up with KCL Financing Group (KCLFG) to offer you an EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY to get mentored for your Spring Week applications! 😮
Our paid members will be given priority access to apply for this amazing opportunity!
Stay tuned! 😉
Purchase a membership at: https://www.kclsu.org/organisation/8646/

King’s Banking and Finance Society is proud to be a society partner for 2021! Join the free platform designed to support you throughout your university and beyond!

All sign-ups will receive a free freshers welcome pack! Registration link in our bio!

Want to learn more about us? Come and meet up with our committee members from the King’s Banking and Finance Society and get your questions answered!

You will have a chance to meet with us on two occassions:
1️⃣Virtually at the Online Digital Fair taking place on 22 September 2021
2️⃣In-person at the Welcome Fair at Old Billingsgate on 23 September 2021. We are Stall Number 2️⃣9️⃣!

See you there! 👋🏻

With £7, you can get yourself a membership at King’s Banking and Finance Society! We are the largest society in this field that helps you navigate the dynamic world of banking and finance.

Catch us at our society booth (Investment Banking Society) at the Welcome Fair on 23rd September 2021 (10am - 5pm). You will get a chance to meet some of our committee members and get to ask us questions if you have any! See you there! 🙂👋

Memberships for the new academic year are now LIVE!🤩

❗️Head to the link in the bio and get yours today! 🎉

Benefits for our members:
✅Exclusive offer for WSO interview guides: Investment Banking, Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Consulting.
✅Personalized CV checks, advice, and guidance.
✅Access to all recordings of our Zoom conferences whenever it is convenient for you.
✅Priority updates about work and internship opportunities, exclusive events with industry leaders, and career insights!

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/M3JUz3HRpeQBfLxh8

King’s Banking and Finance Society is proud to announce a partnership with CFTE in their Global Fintech Internship Experience. We are looking to allocate a select amount of students from this society to participate in this internship experience. The internship experience will take place from 23 August - 27 August 2021.

Candidates must have an understanding and passion for finance and Fintech. If you are excited to understand the difference between challenger and traditional banks, why Open Banking is transforming business models, and how AI or blockchain is being used in finance, then this is for you.

We are looking for candidates who:

- Can demonstrate a clear interest in Fintech
- Have research, analytical, writing, and presentation skills
- Are aware of the newest developments and trends in FinTech
- Are comfortable in a fast moving environment
- Able to commit to the entire duration of the internship stated above

This is a 1-week Global Internship experience and is held remotely. It is open to university students or recent graduates in ANY discipline as long as they fit the description above. Registration is open to all students and operates on a first-come-first-serve basis but KBFS members will be given priority over non-members.

CFTE X KBFS: The Global Fintech Internship Experience
Stay tuned for the registration link that will be posted across all our social media handles (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram) tomorrow!
Sign ups are on a first-come-first-serve basis and priority access will be given to KBFS members.

Check out the virtual countryside networking event and the extensive range of internship opportunities provided by Temasek!

Virtual Countryside Networking Event: https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer...

Summer 2022 Internship Opportunities:
https://career2.successfactors.eu/career?company=temasekcapP2&career%5fns=job%5flisting%5fsummary&navBarLevel=JOB%5fSEARCH&_s.crb=p9jnS9WaIKTRyvNMOwEpZO5jtoB4Vldb2SMIuS3%2fNtI%3d

Welcome to Kings! 🎉🤩
Kings Banking and Finance Society warmly congratulates all incoming students! We look forward to welcoming you to our society in what would be an exhilarating journey! 🎊
KBFS is the largest finance and banking society at King’s College London. We aim to educate members on essential industry knowledge to pursue career aspirations in the very competitive Banking and Finance sector.
We provide the opportunity for our members to meet top industry professionals, acquire skills through events, gain real-world exposure and insight while networking with like-minded individuals.

Benefits for our members:
✅Exclusive offer for WSO interview guides: Investment Banking, Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Consulting.
✅Personalized CV checks, advice, and guidance.
✅Access to all recordings of our Zoom conferences whenever it is convenient for you.
✅Become a member to avail the upcoming benefits!

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Interested in banking/finance related careers? Here’s a chance to gain experience this summer through Bright Network’s Internship Experience for 2021!
To sign up, access Bright Network’s website through the link in our bio!

Election results are here!

President: Jonáš Nepožitek
Treasurer: Tan Akman
Vice President: Cadélie Seho
Head of Technology: Stanislas Jacquet
Head of Corporate Relations: Emma Rogers
Head of Events: Ashton Goh
Head of Marketing: Shivam Dwivedi
Head of Social Media: Chew Kai Ming

Congratulations to everyone!

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Elections are officially over! We will now count the votes and confirm them with KCLSU as soon as possible.

Thank you for participating!

Hello everyone,

If you are interested in the near future of the UK property market, or just want to get an idea of the current trends affecting it and their possible consequences, we are pleased to invite you at the Real Estate Trends in the UK event!
Organised by the King’s Real Estate and Property Society (KREPS) and the King’s Banking & Finance Society (KBFS), the event will take place Wednesday 3rd of March at 5pm (tomorrow!).

We are very happy to announce the three speakers for this event:

- Sarah Curtis, Senior Director, Strutt and Parker
- Sam Boreham, Partner at BH2
- Nina Coulter, Director, Savills

Come and listen to the opinions of three professionals on the main trends affecting real estate these days, and don’t hesitate to ask them your questions.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/real-estate-trends-in-the-uk-tickets-142735609049

In the post-pandemic world, political risk will shape the narrative of global economies and financial markets. Join us as we host leading professionals from finance, risk consulting and the policy world for a panel discussion on February 19th, at 6PM GMT!

Click the link below for a FREE ticket to the event!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/political-risk-in-the-economy-and-finance-tickets-141530650987

King's Banking & Finance Society KCL Geopolitical Risk Society KCL Political Economy Society London Politica

Political Risk in the Economy and Finance Impact of Political Risk on the Global Economy and Finance

Coups, bubbles, wars. Political risk is at the heart of the global economy

Want to find out more? Stay tuned...

King's Banking & Finance Society KCL Geopolitical Risk Society KCL Political Economy Society London Politica

In just 4 days, you will be able to learn about financial failures and scandals from Philip Booth, a Senior Economist at the Institute of Economic Affairs!

Get your tickets now!

Avoiding financial scandals - is government regulation the answer ? Avoiding crashes, scandals and failures in the financial sector - is government regulation the answer ?

Hey Everyone!
We are extremely excited to announce that on Thursday, February 11th, we will be hosting an event with the economist Philip Booth. Mr Booth is a renowned British economist who did a lot of research on financial regulation. He will discuss whether government regulations are enough to avoid financial crashes, scandals and failures.
Link to get your FREE ticket:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/137666950555

Avoiding financial scandals - is government regulation the answer ? Avoiding crashes, scandals and failures in the financial sector - is government regulation the answer ?

Hello everyone,

We are excited to announce that next Thursday 28th of January we will be hosting an event with David Aikman.

Mr. Aikman is a former Bank of England economist and also served on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System in Washington DC from 2013 to 2015. He now heads the Qatar Centre of Global Banking and Finance.

Mr. Aikman will provide insights on the challenges central banks are facing and will face in the future, as well as the structural financial changes due to developments in FinTech and cryptocurrencies.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/central-banks-and-structural-changes-in-finance-tickets-137827853821

Hey everyone!

Have a look at the event organised by King's Business School:)

For more info: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/events/policy-forum-on-climate-related-disclosures