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    Hi – I’m not sure if you are familiar with securitisation but I think it is pretty key to understanding this story. I’m certainly no expert but my understanding of the answers to your questions would be as follows: The mafia group are involved with the bonds through their connection to...
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    Allen and Overy Interview

    Hi! Thank you! I received an email a few minutes after the SJT saying that my application would be going to the review stage. A few days later I received another email inviting me to interview. I did apply fairly early though so not sure if that was a contributing factor. Hope that helps and...
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    Allen and Overy Interview

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    Allen and Overy Interview

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