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Employability Insights for International Students

Careers Made in Rotterdam | 21 June 2017 Stuart Jehan | Strategic Development Manger – Global Fund Services

For institutional investors

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International Employees in Robeco

• Dutch roots, evolved into a global business
• Cultural & language skills are important
• English business language
• Opportunities for job rotation, temporary or permanent relocation
• Disciplines such as accountancy, law, tax, risk, IT, research, sales & marketing

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Global Presence

What does our recruitment process look like?

• CV received and analyzed
• Interview 1 – with department manager
• Interview 2 – with HR representative and department representative
• Suitability testing

IQ test includes verbal and numerical reasoning Practical test – how do you cope under pressure?

• Formal offer made

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What qualities are employers generally looking for?

• Intelligence
• Taking responsibility
• Integrity
• Likeability
• Competence
• Courage
• Inner Strength

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Some reasons for early rejection…

• Unrealistic claims & ridiculous metaphors.
• Too much detail (should be no more than 2 pages).
• Writing in the third person.
• Too fussy (keep it simple & structured).
• Errors & dishonesty (a waste of everyone’s time).
• Use of complex words & acronyms.
• Too much focus on team efforts (your CV is about YOU).

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The biggest reason for rejection is…

“I am anxious to use my exiting skills.” “3 month career break to renovate my horse.” “Instrumental in ruining an entire department.” “Key Skills: Attention to Detail, Team Player, Self Motivated, Attention to Detail.” “I can speak English and Spinach.”

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Thank you for listening.

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