1. Developing an international career Alderwick Consulting Ltd and HEC Monday 15 December 2014

2. Who are we? Senior finance, M&A and BD roles 20 yrs. working with international companies

3. What are we doing here? What do global clients want? Why develop an international career? Developing an international mindset How do you create opportunities for yourself? Planning ahead Marketing yourself successfully

5. I've learned that mistakes can often be as good a teacher as success.

6. In 2012, PwC published Talent mobility 2020 and beyond. The report anticipated a 50% increase in mobile employees by 2020, highlighting the growing importance of mobility in realising strategic business goals and attracting and retaining the best talent. This year’s survey of 193 leading businesses anticipates an even greater need for mobility. Source: Moving people with purpose Modern Mobility Survey 2014 PwC London

7. GlobalAfricaAsiaCEELatinMiddleNorthW. Europe AmericaEastAmerica Who is very confident about their company’s prospects for growth in the next year? (Percent of respondents) Source: PwC 14 th Annual CEO Survey 2014

8. Considering the talent required for the success of your business over the next three years, what are the key challenges you expect to face? Difficulty in deploying experienced talent globally 58%

12. Eric Braverman For someone in the private sector, Braverman has done more than most to shape the public one. During his 15- year tenure at McKinsey he co-founded and directed the firm's practice on government innovation, consulted with the Obama-Biden transition team, advised several presidential campaigns, and assisted the prime minister of Haiti in the aftermath of the country's 2010 earthquakes. Uber-connected in the highest echelons of politics-- Chelsea Clinton is a friend--Braverman made the jump to the Clinton Foundation in July, 2013. Following a report criticizing the charity, Bill Clinton pointed specifically to Braverman's appointment as a sign that things were improving. "We have strengthened our foundation's leadership and structure," the former President told the paper.

13. What’s the impact on my career? Right or wrong – international prejudice Lists of French businesses/banks where major clients don’t want us to source candidates Focus on developing your international career – and maximising your achievements

17. Where would you go? What are you worth? The two questions we’re asked most often: Where is the job? How much is it paying?

18. And another thing… How big is my team? A typically French question! Size isn’t everything…

19. Creating opportunities Research, research, research: find a rocket! Focus on taking risks; be ready to make mistakes Look for a matrix culture – more challenge, greater rewards Look ahead to your next move

20. Marketing yourself successfully

21. A successful CV Focus on your achievements Don’t underestimate your language skills – you have a competitive edge For CVs and interviews:

22. Steps to International success Push for more stretch, challenge and responsibility Learn or improve language skills Build an effective online profile Research ‘rockets’: companies and countries Not where, how much, how many – but what impact will I have? CV in English STAR preparation for interviews Be persistent – but don’t pester