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Build a specific answer to why this firm and why this division, in 150 to 300 words

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0 of about 105 words

What sets it apart for you, backed by something you found out yourself

Questions to answer first
  • What did you learn from someone who works there, an event or the firm's own materials?
  • Which part of its business, clients or strategy interests you, and why?
  • What does it do differently from similar firms?
  • How do its training or culture suit the way you like to work?

0 of about 90 words

What the team does day to day and why that suits you

Questions to answer first
  • What does the division do for its clients, in one sentence?
  • Which parts of the work would you enjoy, and what makes you think so?
  • What have you done that's similar, such as a module, a society role or a competition?
  • What would you learn there that you can't learn elsewhere?

0 of about 105 words

One or two examples that show you'd do the job well

Questions to answer first
  • Which experience best shows a skill this role needs?
  • What did you do yourself, and what changed because of it?
  • Can you put a number on the result?
  • How does it connect back to the division?

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0 of 300 words

Aim for 240 to 300 words

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  • Names the division or programme: Can't check yetAdd the division or programme above to check this
  • Includes a figure: Can't check yetStart writing to check this
  • Gives evidence from your own experience: Can't check yetStart writing to check this
  • Avoids generic phrases: Can't check yetStart writing to check this

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