What Does it Mean?
The job listing states that a bachelor’s degree and progress towards the CFA certification are required.
I possess a master’s degree and am currently a CFA Level 3 candidate with 2 years of experience.
The position is with a pension fund, and my reference at the organization is the Senior Vice President, who has been with them for nearly 20 years. The email I received was from the hiring manager.
What do you all think was the actual issue?
One response
Based on the information provided, it seems that the primary issue may have been the discrepancy between the job requirements and your qualifications. The position specifically stated that a bachelor’s degree and progress towards a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation were required. While you hold a master’s degree and are a Level 3 candidate for the CFA exam, the fact that you do not have a bachelor’s degree may have been a sticking point for the hiring manager.
Additionally, it is possible that the hiring manager was looking for candidates with a specific level of experience, and your 2 years of experience may not have met their expectations for this particular role at a pension fund. Despite having a strong referral from someone at a high level within the organization and a long-standing relationship with them, the hiring manager may have ultimately decided to prioritize the stated qualifications for the position.
In the future, it may be helpful to address any potential gaps in qualifications or experience in your application materials, such as a cover letter or during interviews. Additionally, it could be beneficial to clarify with the hiring manager what specific qualifications or experiences they are looking for in candidates to ensure alignment with their expectations.