When the 93% Club at King’s College London invited Marex Solutions to speak with its members, the goal was to offer students a clearer view of the finance industry and the wide range of careers within it. The society focuses on supporting state-educated students by building a community, sharing resources and offering access to opportunities that help them navigate university and the transition into professional life.
Our CEO, Nilesh Jethwa, joined the group to share insights on the sector, his early experiences and pathways into capital markets.
Nilesh’s own state-school background made this conversation particularly relevant. He spoke about arriving at university without familiarity with major financial institutions or the traditional routes into the sector, an experience that resonated with many students.
A key part of the session focused on removing the perceived complexity around finance. Nilesh explained how the industry is often surrounded by jargon, yet at its core is built on problem-solving, teamwork and clear thinking. He introduced the wide spectrum of roles in capital markets — including trading, structuring, sales, quantitative research, technology, legal and risk management — highlighting that careers in finance draw on diverse skill sets.
He explained this through examples from his early career, including being asked to take on responsibilities before fully mastering the subject matter. These experiences highlighted how quickly learning can happen in dynamic environments and how valuable early exposure can be.
Connecting Students to Opportunities
Following the discussion, our Talent team spoke about Marex’s Graduate Programme and summer internships, explaining how they give graduates the opportunity to take on meaningful work straight away.
Several King’s alumni now working at Marex Solutions attended the event and spoke with students about their journeys from university into the industry. Their insights gave students a clearer sense of what the transition from university to work actually looks like.
If you’re interested in exploring opportunities at Marex or would like more information about our graduate pathways, our team is available to answer any questions.
