Analysts at City banks are often expected to work extremely long hours for no extra pay or time in lieu. Not only does this lead to serious health issues but it is also potentially in breach of the law.

The UK's Working Time Regulations stipulate that your average working time must not exceed 48 hours per week. Under the regulations, you are entitled to 11 hours of uninterrupted rest each day, a weekly rest period of 24 hours of uninterrupted rest each week and a rest break of at least 20 minutes if your working day is over six hours.