Events


May
26

Let's Make a Deal - VUWFIC x Citi

If you're keen on pursuing a career in finance and banking or simply curious about the life of a senior investment banking analyst at one of the world's leading banks, we invite you to attend the "Let's Make a Deal" workshop with Citi. This workshop will take place on Friday, May 26th at 4:00pm at the Pipitea Campus.

During this event, you'll have the opportunity to hear directly from senior analysts and associates representing various divisions. This is a great opportunity to learn about the financial services industry from a global bank and gain an understanding of how they advise their clients, which include corporations, governments, and institutions worldwide, to navigate critical business decisions, strategic transactions, and raise capital to fund growth and infrastructure.

If you're interested in listening to representatives from one of the world's most prestigious banks, seeking professional insights, or building your network, then this event is you

To register, complete the form via the link below

https://forms.gle/E3iscjf5GLdnweHi6

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Mar
23

VUW FIC x VicCom - Careers in Commerce

Come along and hear from the four panellists Guy Hooper (VP, Jarden), Sue Inkersell (Owner, 3rd Arm Admin), Andrew Mahoney (Te Tumu Paeroa - Office of the Māori Trustee) and Laura Matthews (Analyst, Clare Capital).

You will get the opportunity to learn more about career options in the commercial sphere. Our panellists will also be discussing their work experiences and tips.

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Mar
16

Investing 101

This event is for everyone, and you don't need any investing experience.

We will be joined by Raymond Webb. Every Investing 101 event goes above and beyond to cover general life, savings, and career advice - so there’s something for everyone to learn from

Raymond is an expatriate New Zealander who has lived and worked in the United States since 1997.

Raymond started out in stockbroking as an Operator ("Trader") on the Sydney Stock Exchange trading floor, and went on to roles in Institutional Sales and Research in Australia and New Zealand, ultimately becoming Head of Research at ANZ Securities (NZ) Limited in 1996. In 1997, ANZ Securities transferred him to New York.

From 1999 to 2015, Raymond managed insurance company, pension plan and other portfolios at PICO Holdings, Inc., principally in U.S., Australasian and Swiss small-capitalization value stocks and bonds.

In January 2016, Raymond launched his own company, Industrial Equity, LLC, which makes value investments in under-appreciated U.S. stocks and bonds.

Raymond is in his twelfth year as a mentor in the Columbia Business School Value Investing MBA Mentoring Program. He has been a guest speaker in senior finance classes at New York University and the University of Auckland, and a guest speaker and occasional panelist or judge at student investment club events held at Yale University, Columbia, and Pomona College in the U.S., and Victoria University and Auckland in New Zealand.

Questions can be pre-submitted through the sign-up form link will is posted in the discussion section and will be answered on the night or in a follow-up email. You will also be able to ask questions on the night by putting a hand up. For a more detailed answer, please pre-submit. Remember, the only silly question is the one you didn’t ask!

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Mar
2

Murray & Co

Murray & Co is a leading New Zealand investment banking firm that provides expert strategic, financial and transactional advice to a range of companies and other commercial entities across multiple geographies. Murray & Co have offices in Christchurch and Auckland.

Murray & Co is offering Summer Internships commencing November 2023 and Graduate Analyst roles commencing in early 2024. Applicants for these opportunities should have strong academic records and be interested in a career in finance. Applications open on 28 February 2023 and will close on 15 March 2023. Further information on these opportunities is available on our website: https://murrays.co.nz/careers. At Murray & Co we aim to create an inclusive environment and value diversity.

We invite you to join us for a virtual presentation, with some of our team, at 3pm on Thursday 2nd March. The team will tell you what it’s like being an Investment Banker and working at Murray & Co. After the formal presentation there will be an opportunity for Q&A.

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Feb
27

Jarden: Introduction to investment banking grad and internships

Come and listen to Caitlin Hendren, Zach Tucker and Emma Henderson discuss the investment banking graduate and summer internship opportunities available at Jarden, NZ’s leading full-service investment bank.

At Jarden, you’ll contribute to a range of high-calibre, complex transactions, for both local and international clients, while developing valuable knowledge across mergers and acquisitions, equity capital markets, and debt capital markets.

We offer world-class training and development, and access to some of the most interesting and complex work in the country. There are many opportunities for career progression – to share your ideas and take on responsibility at an early stage.

We’re looking for exceptional students with drive, tenacity, and a strong desire to contribute to a high-performing team.

Summer internships are open for penultimate-year students, with a 10-week internship over the 2023/2024 summer. The graduate program is for final-year students who will be finished and able to start full time in February 2024.

Applications for Jarden’s internship and graduate programmes close at 12pm on Wednesday, the 1st of March.

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Jarden and Duncan Cotterill Panel Discussion
Sept
8

Jarden and Duncan Cotterill Panel Discussion

Come along to a panel discussion with speakers from investment and advisory firm Jarden and law firm Duncan Cotterill, who will be discussing their experience of working in the finance and legal professions. Capacity is limited to 30, so ensure you get your free ticket early via the link below.

https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/jarden-and-duncan-cotterill-panel-discussion-tickets-411038516267

If you can longer make it, please let us know or cancel your ticket so someone else can go.

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Jarden Stock Pitch Competition
May
21

Jarden Stock Pitch Competition

Registrations are now open for our first ever stock pitch competition. The Jarden stock pitch will be held next Saturday, the 21st, between 9 and 11am. The best pitches could result in the student fund making its first-ever purchases. This is a great opportunity to practice some new skills and get feedback from an industry professional.

Team registrations are welcome, but you can also register as an individual.

We have created a model and presentation template for you and a written guide and video tutorial are also available. These can be found at www.vuwfic.com/resources

The stocks that you can choose to pitch are the following

• Warehouse Group (NZX)

• Michael Hill (NZX)

• Hallenstein Glasson Holdings (NZX)

• Navigator Global Investments (ASX)

• NIB Holdings (ASX)

• McMillian Shakespeare (ASX)

Register now at https://forms.gle/ichGpgh5jwH4sHwc6

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Investing 101 with Sharesies
Mar
17

Investing 101 with Sharesies

The Victoria Finance and Investment Club presents Investing 101 with Sharesies.

Sharesies is a wealth development platform with the purpose of creating financial empowerment for everyone. Sharesies vision is to give someone with $5 and someone with $5 million the same investment opportunities.

Sharesies exists to make investing easy and accessible, continuing to break down the barriers to investing for people across Aotearoa and Australia. Sharesies are a diverse team of over 170 (and growing!) based throughout Te Whanganui a Tara (Wellington), Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland), and even across the ditch in Gadigal Land, Sydney, Australia.

Join us on the 17th of March at 2pm via

https://vuw.zoom.us/j/99189202843

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