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Having worked in both corporate finance and in the capital markets, I think the skill set needed is slightly different in each. That said, there are some universal requirements:
1. Learn quickly - no one is going to tolerate persistent mistakes;
2. Be personable - so that people enjoy working with you;
3. Have charisma - so that clients prefer you over your competitors.
I provide three more division-specific helpful skills in this video and at: http://www.katsonga.com/girlbanker/the-top-3-skills-needed-to-succeed-in-investment-banking