面試英語第17章：應聘金融行業(音頻)
金融行業對許多畢業生充滿神祕感，極具誘惑力。進入這一行業中優秀的機構，比如一些外資銀行，意味着可以拿高薪，是擇業的理想選擇。而如今隨着越來越多的外資企業入駐我國，對於英語好的金融人才的需求也日益擴張。想要獲得一席之地，得好好準備一下如何用英語來面試哦。
補充一個基本知識：主要的國際金融組織有國際貨幣基金組織International Monetary Fund（IMF）和世界銀行World Bank。
BASIC EXPRESSIONS 基本句型表達
For the past two years, I have been working in an investment banking.
過去的兩年中，我一直在一家投資銀行工作。
My background and experience include working on a variety of projects and jobs in the financial industry.
我的背景和經驗包括我在金融業參與過各類項目、做過不同的工作。
I have had to adjust (/accommodate/adapt) my style to the new environment several times.
好多次我都必須調整我的方式以適應新環境。
I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary.
在討論薪水之前，我希望能多瞭解這份工作。
Does the company have a five-year plan?
貴公司有五年計劃嗎？
CONVERSATIONS 會話
(A=Applicant I=Interviewer)
Dialogue 1
I: Tell me something about yourself and your past.
I: 說說你自己的情況和你的過去吧。
A: I was born and grew up in Hebei Province. I moved to Beijing, where I started taking courses for my MBA. When I completed my degree, I was offered an opportunity working for a financial services company. I have worked there for eight years.
A: 我出生於河北省並在那裏長大，後來搬到了北京，在這裏我學習了MBA課程。完成學位後，我有機會去了一家金融服務公司工作。我在那裏工作了八年。
I: What was the most significant project you have worked on?
I: 你參與的最重大的一個項目是什麼？
A: I was assigned a project to design a 360-degree performance system. It was a challenge for a person with a finance background. I met with the technical people and discussed the possibilities and obstacles. Based on that information, I selected a team and created a spreadsheet to manage the project. We got the project done on schedule. I was rewarded for outstanding results and was able to share the honors with the team.
A: 我被分派去設計一個360度業績系統。這對一個只有金融背景的人來說是一個挑戰。我和技術人員一起討論了這個系統的可行性及可能遇到的困難。根據掌握的信息，我挑選了一個隊伍，建立了一個表格程序以管理這個項目。我們按期完成了這個項目。由於結果很出色，我受到了獎勵，而且也能和團隊一起分享這些榮譽。
I: What finance experience makes you qualified for this position?
I: 你具有什麼樣的金融經驗使你能勝任這份工作？
A: For the past eight years, I have been working in the banking industry. I have a solid understanding of accounting concepts, an analytical mind and a strong attention to detail. I have had a lot of customer service training and experience, and I have been told that I excel in this area.
A: 在過去的八年中，我一直在銀行業工作。我對賬目的各種概念非常瞭解、具有分析頭腦而且對各種細節都很注意。我參加過很多客戶服務培訓，也有很多這方面的經驗，別人也曾說我在這個領域很出色。
I: How would your coworkers evaluate you?
I: 你的同事會怎樣評價你？
A: They'd say I was a hard worker and a real team player.
A: 他們會說我是一個工作刻苦的人，是一個很好的合作者。
I: What are your salary expectations?
I: 你希望得到多少薪水？
A: I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary. I'd like to postpone that decision until later.
A: 在討論薪水前，我希望能多瞭解工作方面的事。我想遲些再作決定。
Dialogue 2
I: Let's start the interview with some questions. Tell me about yourself and your past experience.
I: 我們開始面試吧。說說你自己和過去的一些經驗吧。
A: I have 10 years financial industry experience, working for several companies. For the past two years, I have been working in an investment banking. In addition to my analytical mindset, I have a background of solid accounting principles. I am a team player and have great communication and interpersonal skills. I thrive on challenge and work well in high-stress environments.
A: 我有十年的金融行業工作經驗，爲幾家公司工作過。過去的兩年，我一直在一家投資銀行工作。我不僅具有分析能力而且還有紮實的會計原理知識。我具有團隊精神，善於和人交流，懂得人際關係的技巧。我善於應付挑戰，也能在壓力大的環境下工作很出色。
I: What finance experience have you had that qualifies you for this position?
I: 你認爲你具有什麼樣的金融經驗使你能勝任這個職位？
A: My background and experience include working on a variety of projects and jobs in the financial industry. Most of my experience has been behind the scenes, doing the calculations. I want to work with clients and continue to grow and be challenged.
A: 我的背景和經驗包括我在金融業參與過各類項目、做過不同的工作。我的大部分經驗都是幕後做一些計算方面的工作。我想和客戶打交道，不斷完善自己，接受各種挑戰。
I: Why did you leave your last position?
I: 你爲什麼要離開以前的工作呢？
A: I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to. I want to find a job that is stimulating, where I can grow.
A: 我發現這工作不像我原來認爲的那麼具有挑戰性，我想找一份有刺激性的工作，這樣可以進步。
I: What are your strengths and weaknesses?
I: 你的優點和缺點是什麼？
A: One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible. I have seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy. I have had to adjust my style to the new environment several times. As far as weaknesses, I really enjoy my work, and sometimes I put in too much time. But by being aware of my tendency to overwork, I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime.
A: 我的一個優點就是具有靈活性，我目睹了公司在結構和管理思想上的衆多變化，而且好多次我必須調整我的方式以適應新環境。就缺點而言，我非常喜歡工作，有時投入了太多的時間，但我已意識到這一點，學會了調節自己，減少加班。
I: How would your boss describe you and your work style?
I: 你的老闆會如何評價你和你的工作方式呢？
A: She'd say I have a lot of initiative, I see the big picture and I do what has to be done. Second, I always meet deadlines. If I say I'm going to do something, I do it. Lastly, I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted.
A: 她會說我很積極、顧全大局，會做完所有需要做的事情。其次，我總能在期限前完成任務。如果我說做某一件事，我就一定會做。最後一點，我能集中精力做事情——不會輕易受干擾。
I: What are your salary expectations?
I: 你希望的薪水是多少？
A: I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications. Salary is not the most important factor to me. I'm looking for opportunity.
A: 我相信你會給我提供一個合理的數目。對我來說，薪水不是最重要的，我尋找的是機會。
I: Do you have any questions?
I: 你有問題要問嗎？
A: Yes, I do. What do you see as the future trends for the industry?
A: 有，你如何看待將來這個行業的發展趨勢？
