Leland+ for Capital Markets & Trading

S&T Self Assessment

Use this checklist to gauge your strengths and weaknesses against the traits of top-performing Sales & Trading professionals.

S&T Key Skills

Understand the core analytical and psychological skills you need to thrive and get promoted on the desk.

Recruiting Timeline (Undergrad & Masters – Sales & Trading Focus)

Detailed schedules for both college and graduate students outlining when banks recruit and how to manage the application cycles.

Recruiting Stories from Recent Analysts

Candid accounts of what worked (and what failed) in real S&T interviews, networking, and offer negotiation processes.

Sales & Trading-Specific Tips

Advanced, S&T-only advice on technical questions, market knowledge, and desk-specific behavior that lands the offer.

S&T Resume and Cover Letter Tips

Learn exactly how to tailor your experience and skills to get noticed by S&T desks, not just general finance HR.

S&T Application and Networking Tracker

A plug-and-play system for managing applications, tracking networking contacts, and prioritizing your target banks effectively.