Case studies

In these case studies, key graduates at various stages of their experience in the programme explain what their expectations were, what rotations they're on or hope to be involved with and how they view their career developing.

Paula Aamli
"I decided on the financial services industry because it was intellectually challenging and always changing."

Gareth Boardman
“The international aspect of HSBC is the thing that stood out most for me.”

Joseph Eng
"You don't need a finance-related degree at the outset to excel because we prefer to hire for attitude and train for skills."

Oliver Gottlieb
"The structure surrounding professional development is first-class and the support for professional exams is great for the graduates."

Lydia Santa-Olalla
"I was keen to experience working in different countries, cultures and languages, and I felt HSBC was best placed to make this dream a reality."