Hey guys, I'm a 1st year analyst at a regional BB recruiting for HF opportunities this year. A few questions - thoughts / opinions much appreciated. Haven't closed a deal yet, it's been a lot of WIP / pitching. Wondering how funds view this and if its a huge issue. Wondering what NYC funds think about analysts from other areas, and if headhunters will give me the same opportunities to interview at these funds as NYC analysts.

1) HFs dont care about deal experience. That's a PE thing. It will come down to your pitches / fit. Was never asked about my deal experience once 2) Speculating but think it's definitely a clear advantage to be in NYC given proximity. If the other 40 candidates are in NYC and you aren't, it's just going to make it more difficult 3) No problem "copying". You'll just have to know the pitch cold. I pitched a short so clearly not in a 13-F, and the PM i was interviewing with was also short that same stock. They may just dig deeper if they know / own the stock. 4) This is a silly question.

2016 - 2017 HF recruiting strategy (help appreciated!)

Hey guys,

I'm a 1st year analyst at a regional BB recruiting for HF opportunities this year. A few questions - thoughts / opinions much appreciated.

Haven't closed a deal yet, it's been a lot of WIP / pitching. Wondering how funds view this and if its a huge issue.
Wondering what NYC funds think about analysts from other areas, and if headhunters will give me the same opportunities to interview at these funds as NYC analysts. Considering about reaching out to funds directly if the playing field is not going to be equal.
As far as pitches go, one of my ideas has been already been covered somewhat by a few funds. I have very strong conviction behind my thesis, but was wondering if I should stay away from it if it could be perceived as copying.
How does HF recruiting compare to PE recruiting in terms of difficulty of being placed at a decent fund? Especially in this difficult hiring environment.

Thanks in advance.

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2016 - 2017 HF recruiting strategy (help appreciated!)

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