Why Strong Candidates Get Dinged from the Buy-Side in EMEA — and the Positioning That Gets Them In

Many candidates assume strong credentials are enough to break into the buy side, yet even highly qualified applicants often get rejected for reasons they never fully understand. This session is for candidates targeting private equity and buy-side roles (PE, hedge funds, asset managers) in EMEA who want to better understand what separates successful applicants from the rest. You’ll learn why strong candidates get dinged, the positioning mistakes that commonly hurt otherwise competitive profiles, and how to present your experience in a way that resonates with firms. Join live to hear from a former AVP at Citi and private equity expert with firsthand insight into buy-side recruiting. The speaker will break down the subtle signals firms evaluate beyond technical ability, how recruiting expectations differ across EMEA, and the positioning strategies that can meaningfully improve your odds of breaking in. Expect candid insights and practical guidance you can immediately apply to your recruiting process.