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Not really, I have been targetting practically everything from very big (CBA) to very small. I have talked to almost every recruitment agencies out but they aren't helpful as they are looking for candidates with "experiences" only. Career changers have better luck to apply direct instead.

 

In theory, I prefer to work for a smaller firm than a bigger firm like the banks. Like I said, I had two mentors one coming from a big bank and one from a fee-for-service only private firm. Both had fairly different opinion on what a FP should do and obviously, I prefer the fee-for-service-rebate-all-commission type firms.

 

I knew networking was a big factor in landing me a job but unfortunately, most of my networks have been telling me the same thing. Almost every firms they know are either cutting back or freezing hire, at least in the entry/junior levels. Just check out seek.com.au, most FP positions are seniors/experiences.

 

 

You should really take the offers as soon as you can! The level of competition for junior roles are crazy at the moment.

 

Actually, I did have some sort of offer from another private firm too. They were initially looking for two ppls but decided to recruit one instead. I came second in the interview and the interviewer gave me an offer to take me as soon as he is ready to take on another person. (and asked me to call him if I have already received another job offer) I'm not expecting anything soon from them.

 

The only thing i haven't done right now is to cold call every single FP firms in Brisbane for job opportunities. Already have the list and contact numbers/email prepared, but I was advised to wait until early next year when the recruiting season starts again.

 

I still don't know what more I can do right now. I've prepared absolutely everything necessary to get into the industry but I guess the economy is finally affecting me.