CareerCast visits Auckland this week, where we catch up with Alister Van de Maas, MD of Russell Investments New Zealand. Our conversation focuses on the employment market in the country’s financial sector, both at an entry-level and for seasoned professionals who are either in New Zealand or returning from overseas postings. Find out more about the competition for places in what is a relatively small job pool and learn how Alister assesses candidates both at the application and interview stages. As a bonus, Alister reveals the trait most endearing in a prospective employee.