Career Advice

Receive expert career advice to help you navigate your professional journey, develop essential skills, and achieve your career goals. Explore tips on career growth, personal branding, and staying competitive in a fast-evolving job market.

June 2025
Searching Smarter Podcast: Are Counter Offers a Risk, a Reward or... 

In this episode of Searching Smarter, Ryan Mazza, Head of Selby Jennings New York, explains how firms are fighting to retain talent and what candidates should know before accepting a counter offer.

June 2025
What to Do When You Receive a Counter Offer 

There are a multitude of factors to consider and questions to ask when presented with a counter offer. This guide will help you weigh the pros and cons to ultimately help you make the best decision for you and your career.

June 2025
Searching Smarter Podcast: Europe Market Moves 

From front-office compensation to return-to-office expectations, this episode offers timely insights for both hiring managers and candidates navigating a changing landscape.

May 2025
What is Driving Finance & Accounting Hiring Right Now? 

Anthony McCann shares how the Finops function is evolving within financial services, what’s driving hiring trends, how compensation stacks up, and why candidates in finance and accounting are increasingly focused on long-term growth.

May 2025
Investment Management Market Trends Revealed 

Nick Saglimbene joins Searching Smarter to break down 2025 hiring trends, bonus sentiment, and private credit growth in investment management.

May 2025
The Shifts Shaping Hiring in Insurance & Actuarial 

In this mini episode of Searching Smarter, Nicole Mahoney discusses insights from the 2025 Talent Report, tailored to the insurance and actuarial sector - from how bonuses might be affecting attrition to industry disruptions and future trends.

March 2025
The Best Cities for Quantitative Trader Jobs 

Discover top cities for Quantitative Traders to grow their careers, including New York, London, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Chicago, with exciting opportunities in leading financial hubs.

March 2025
Advancing Your Career in Credit Risk 

Discover career advancement strategies for senior credit risk professionals. Learn how to deepen expertise, develop leadership skills, and stay ahead of emerging trends to excel in high-level roles. Explore opportunities with Selby Jennings for top-tier career growth.

March 2025
Why You Should Always Have an Updated CV 

In today’s competitive job market, having an up-to-date CV is essential. Discover the top reasons why maintaining a current CV boosts your career, helps you stay competitive, and ensures you're ready for new opportunities.

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