

THE UCL FINANCE
CONFERENCE
Discover the largest and most prestigious student-led conference in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
1050
The More The Merrier
225
Selectivity At Its Best
50
Diversity In Knowledge
40
Surrounded By Peers
Overview
The UCL Finance Conference is the flagship event of our society and has established itself as one of the biggest and most prestigious finance conferences in Europe, Middle-East and Africa, attracting the finest talent from across the globe. This year we are taking the conference online, and promise you to bring something special! From most senior speakers, 1 to 1 networking with companies representatives, you will have a unique opportunity to dive deep into the financial world. The event has served as a vibrant and educative platform since its inception in 2010, connecting ambitious students with industry leaders in collaboration with our sponsors. With previous partners for the conference including J.P. Morgan, Citigroup and Goldman Sachs, the UCL Finance Conference brand has grown every year and we are very excited to announce new details shortly!
Back In-Person In 2021
Back to In-Person in 2021.

UCLFC2021 LineUp
*Stay tuned as we reveal our speakers.

Jakub Canda
Private equity at CVC Capital Partners

Michael Lavelle
Head of Banking, CITI Bank, Capital Markets and Advisory, UK and Ireland

Marina Zavolock
Head of Emerging Europe & Middle East Equity Research and EEMEA Equity Strategy at Morgan Stanley

Stephen Paine
Global Head of Infrastructure and Utilities at Deutsche Bank
Keynote Speakers
Last year, we have secured 5 of the most senior speakers from across the finance industry, including those from prestigious firms like BlackRock, Citi and JP Morgan, to speak about the future of finance and their vast experiences in the industry. Each year, our senior speakers offer invaluable insight and advice to our ambitious delegates who aspire to enter the world of finance and no other event offers the opportunity to listen to such prominent figures. Ensure you stay connected with the UCL Investment Society on Facebook as we announce this year’s speaker line-up in the months leading up to the conference.
Networking
With representatives from almost every major firm in the industry, the UCL Finance Conference offers delegates an exceptional opportunity to make valuable connections and learn more about the culture of different companies during the vital internship recruitment period. Delegates are also invited to attend the UCL Investment Society’s event on ‘How to Network’, as preparation for the conference. With most students considering networking and connections the key to success in the finance industry, the UCL Finance Conference has continuously built up the scale of the networking event to better cater to the demands of our delegates.
Investment Banking Workshop
For many students, one of the most challenging aspects of entering the finance industry is getting through the technical interviews. With this in mind, the UCL Finance Conference will include a workshop from Financial Edge Training, which will give delegates an excellent overview of the major, industry-standard procedures and techniques. In recent years, the workshop has become one of the most popular and highly-lauded events of the conference, with past delegates considering it a vital aspect to distinguish you from the pack when applying for internships and graduate roles.
This year, the UCL Finance Conference 2021 will take place on 29th October 2021 at the fabulous De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms!
We have:
1 4 industry leading experts as keynote speakers:
🔹Michael Lavelle, Head of Banking, Capital Markets and Advisory, UK and Ireland at Citi
🔹Stephen Paine, Global Head of Infrastructure and Utilities at Deutsche Bank
🔹Marina Zavolock, Head of Emerging Europe & Middle East Equity Research and EEMEA Equity Strategy at Morgan Stanley
🔹Jakub Canda, Managing Director at CVC Capital Partners
2) A three-course meal and a 1-hour Networking Session during lunch. You will have a chance to meet company representatives from Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan and other firms including some from the consulting space. This is a great chance to not only ask questions but to also get introductions and expand your professional network.
3) A Jefferies Stock Pitch Competition with amazing prizes and career opportunities
4) Financial Edge Training’s IB Workshop during the day as well as an Online Finance Course prior to the Conference
5) Analyst Panel Discussion where you’ll be able to ask all your best questions directly!
You will also get a unique chance to meet like-minded students from top global universities like LSE, Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial, Bocconi, and make lasting connections!
All-day ticket fee: £60.
Register on: https://portal.uclis.co.uk