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As part of our International Women’s Day celebrations, we hosted the Insights into Independents at the Jefferies office in London. The day was filled with valuable career insights into working at independent banks, achieving work-life balance, the importance of networking, navigating the industry by understanding various roles and mastering the application process. We extend our gratitude to Aditi Venkataraman for opening the Insights event with inspiring and motivating insights into her career journey and the banking industry. Our panellists - Fran Tew, Charlotte Edgar, Becky Heard, Xue Xian Lee, Cristina Forcina Westermann, Alexandra Loth, Sophia Rodriguez, Megan Gresham and Annemijn Bijlsma - fuelled students' ambition by sharing examples of breaking stereotypes. Additionally, they conducted interactive activities to debunk some common banking myths and provided solutions to real-life work-related problems and case studies. Thank you to Janet Harbison, for concluding the event with top tips and valuable insights into the technical knowledge of the banking industry. A massive thank you to Jefferies for supporting us in hosting Insights into Independents at their London office once again. We also thank the firms that joined the networking session: Lazard, Houlihan Lokey, PJT Partners ,Ardea Partners, Moelis & Company and Rothschild & Co. Shirin Amirashayeri, Rebecca Putt, Sharne Barclay, Charlotte Tillson, Anshul Bhutra, Yasmin Aktar, Marissa Charles, Laura McMorran, Beverly B. Lara Tofiq. #SEOLondon #diversityandinclusion #socialmobility #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025

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To celebrate International Women’s Day our Real Estate Team took a group of our female students on a special tour of one of London’s most iconic landmark hotels in the heart of Knightsbridge – Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park. Offering a unique opportunity to understand and experience the intersection between hospitality and real estate, students got to hear about the history of the hotel, its plans for expansion and what it takes to run such a successful brand. We were also treated to the world famous Mandarin Oriental Afternoon Tea! Thank you to the MOLON team for inspiring the students and opening their eyes to how women are shaping the future of this dynamic sector.  Elsemieke Koopman, Lily W., Maria Adamo, Alan Rushbrook, Catherina Ballan Marina Novis, Agnes Napoleon Kuofie, Neve Godfrey-Clark, Jenny Dicko

📢Official Statement from SEO London📢 🎉𝗦𝗘𝗢 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟮𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆! 🎉  Since our inception in 2000, we've been passionately committed to transforming careers and lives by empowering young, diverse talent and breaking down barriers in the professional world.  What began as a modest initiative with just eight determined students has grown into a flourishing community of over 1,000 participants annually, all launching their careers with more than 200 leading employers.  At SEO London we understand that no one makes it on their own. Our work has been vital because we have witnessed firsthand that resilience and optimism prevail in the face of adversity. Over the past 25 years, we've taken immense pride in providing the preparation that turns dreams into reality.  By offering equal access to meaningful opportunities, we've shifted the focus from privilege to merit, ensuring that ability determines success. Equality is, and always will be, at the heart of everything we do.  As we continue to grow, we remain dedicated to nurturing the leaders of tomorrow by continually offering exceptional opportunities to our students and young professionals. In 2022 we proudly committed to ensuring that 50% of our participants come from low socio-economic backgrounds. By 2025 that figure has risen to 60%.  None of this would have been possible without our incredible alumni, dedicated corporate partners and enthusiastic volunteers. To all our supporters, thank you for being an essential part of our story. As we celebrate this remarkable milestone, we invite you to join us in embracing the future with hope and determination.  Together, let us continue to break down barriers, unlock potential and forge a world where talent and ambition know no bounds. Here’s to the next 25 years of turning dreams into reality! #SEOLondon #SEOLondon25 #Anniversary #SocialMobility

🌟 Spring Into Law: Now Open for Applications!🌟 Spring Into Law is here to demystify the industry for first year students interested in law. Join us for a virtual morning where you'll: ✅ Gain valuable insights into various areas of law and legal practice. ✅ Connect and learn from experienced legal professionals. ✅ Build a strong CV and skillset to break into the industry. ✅ Explore current trends and enhance your commercial awareness. Apply here https://lnkd.in/eC9tJFM5 #LegalCareer #SpringIntoLaw #SEO #CareerDevelopment #LawStudents #Networking #FirstYear #VacationScheme #TrainingContract

Celebrating International Women's Day with SEO Europe! As we wrap up the pilot edition of Potenti'ELLE, our high-impact mentoring programme for young women, we reflect on the incredible growth we’ve witnessed. Over the past six months, 49 ambitious students took bold steps out of their comfort zones, embarking on a transformative journey of self-discovery and professional development, all with the support of their dedicated mentors. At our Closing Event, we were fortunate to hear from some truly inspiring women leaders: 💫 Stéphanie Mattenet, Head of Energy, Resources, and Infrastructure at our sponsor firm #BNPParibas 💫 Clara Moley, former trader and author of The Rules of the Game, whose story continues to inspire the Potenti'ELLE programme 💫 Fatma-Zahra Elouej, an outstanding alumna from our 2023 France Finance programme, whose journey and perseverance left us all inspired A Huge thank you to our wonderful host: Pernette Rivain and GS1France for allowing us to celebrate in style! And a heartfelt Thank You to our speakers: Stéphanie Mattenet, Clara Moley, and Fatma-Zahra Elouej. A final thanks to our mentors, mentees, partners, and supporters!  Together, we remain committed to empowering our students and ensuring that talented women continue to soar. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInFinance #Empowerment #Mentorship #SEOEurope #BreakTheBias #WomenInLeadership #GenderEquality

🚀 SEO London Elevate Sessions 🌟 SEO London is offering an exciting set of FREE virtual workshops to boost your employability skills and industry knowledge! Workshop topics include: 🎥 Video & in-person interview preparation 📝 Enhancing CV writing 🤝 Acing the networking game Don't miss out the sessions happening on 11th & 18th March! ⏳ Register now: https://ow.ly/v2XP50Vcz9R

Happy International Women’s Day 2025! 💜 This year’s theme, #AccelerateAction, is a powerful call to move beyond conversations and drive real, lasting change for gender equality. We asked some of our team members what this theme means to them, and their responses were inspiring. It’s about breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and ensuring that women’s voices are heard. Today, we celebrate the achievements of women everywhere and recognise the progress still to be made. Let’s keep pushing forward together! Elise Golden, Margo Lorusso, Foyzun Choudhury, Khadija Muktadir, Jenny Dicko, Aicha Sidibe, Beverly B., Chanelle Francis #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #WomenOfSEO

Lovely International Women’s Day story by our team member Ray Shami.

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