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Indian Student Targeting UAE/Qatar Finance Jobs After Imperial MSc (2025) - Need Advice!
I'm an Indian student who will be attending the MSc Finance program at Imperial College Business School in London, with the goal of starting my career in the UAE or Qatar upon graduating in 2025. Do companies in these regions hire international students for entry-level finance roles? How can I start...
How is Dubai?
I am a student going into mid-market M&A in Canada but looking to move to Dubai, the general consensus is that it’s a dead end/worse experience but how much worse is it and what does the experience lack compared to more developed markets? Does the “it’s worse” argument hold in Canada like it...
Investment Banking Dubai
Hey everyone, I'm almost done with my Master of Finance program at a target school in the US. Before this, I did my undergrad at another target school in New York, and I've done internships in private equity and accounting at reputable firms. I speak Arabic, and I'm thinking Dubai's investment...
Jobs in Mena (IB or Buyside)
Hey fellow monkeys, I hope this is the right place to post this. I am currently junior VP at an MM boutique in London and contemplating a potential "career change"; I would like to know if anybody knows how to get into IB or buy-side roles in Dubai or the broader MENA region. The region is quite...
Best city in the world for PE outside the US
Hi, We all know that New York is the largest financial capital in the world. This is where you can earn the most. And the US is the land of Opportunities. However, taking into account factors such as total comp (and carry) adjusted for cost of living, and WLB, what is the second best city to work in...
Investment Banking in Dubai
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Move to PE in Dubai - Doubts
Hi Monkeys, Long story short. I may move to a fund in Dubai, with a robust track record. I currently work in London on a Top-tier bank, thus have a couple of questions: 1. How is it like to work in Dubai, in a fund? 2. Is it very tought to come back to work in Europe after a couple of years? Thanks...
How to get a finance job in Dubai/Abu Dhabi as a European?
Hi, I am currently working in real estate banking for a regional bank in continental Europe. I have done that for approximately 1 year and have before that worked in other relevant fields (e.g. credit research) for 4 years. Hence, I have 5 years in total professional experience since I graduated....
Considerations for working in the Middle East
Hi everyone, Some background about my situation: Have spent 4 years in an EBB in London for a strong sector team (Evercore / Lazard). As of this month, I have left my role and do not intend to take any extended career break. I am considering a career transition to the Middle East, specifically UAE...
Citi Dubai
Hey everyone, Going through Citi's Dubai analyst intern recruitment process right now, anyone got any info on the culture / team / deal flow / lifestyle / recruitment process / interviews ?
JPM Hireview questions 2024/2023 offcycle
Hello all, Anyone have insight on Hireview questions for this year's JPM IB off cycle roles? Even last years ones would be appreciated Thank you
IB in Dubai
Is it somewhat easier to score an internship in the Dubai offices of BBs/EBs compared to London? I’m a bachelors grad from Bocconi University (Italy). Do you know of any major differences in the recruiting process?
Whiteshield Partners - Dubai/London office
Hi looking for some info regarding Whiteshield Partners, haven’t heard of them before but they seem cool - focus on policy with emphasis on quantitative analysis. could someone comment on: -salary for dubai/London for Associate, Snr Associate and beyond - general prestige? Is it a T2 consulting...
Dubai BCG VS HK BB S&T
I am currently an analyst 1 at a BB with less than 1yr YOE. I have an offer to join BCG Dubai as a junior associate. 1. My career goal is to become a commercial cofounder of a startup so consulting learning seems more relevant 2. Trading offers way higher salary, almost twice as high as consulting...
Mid-market Investment Banks in Dubai
I was looking for the list of strong mid-market investment banks from which you can lateral to Bulge Bracket Banks or Elite Boutiques in Dubai but could not find much. I'd really appreciate it if someone in the region could shed some light on mid-market investment banks or boutiques in Dubai. From...
IB in Dubai
I am a last year Master student looking for an internship (this is my first post!) I received an offer to work for the Dubai office of a BB. Honestly, at first thought it sounded nonsense, also because I thought it was not going to be the best for a woman and as first job. I was much thinking to...
Middle East Opportunities
Hi all, I'm currently an associate at a family office in the US; we look at pretty cool stuff but have a focus in sports, media, entertainment, etc. Recently, I've gotten interested in exploring PE/GE/VC opportunities in the Middle East (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Qatar). I grew up in South Asia and am...
Delta Partners - Dubai
Hey, Does anyone have any information on what Delta Partners is like? What type of projects do they work on? What is WLB like? What is compensation for their Dubai office? Any information at all would be very valuable. Thanks
Uk International Student interested in Dubai IBD
Hey WSO. I'm an international student going to a UK semi-target and I'm interested in working in the M&A sector in Dubai once I graduate. Does anyone know if firms in the region tend to sponsor analysts out of uni? Emirati friends of mine also tell me having an EU passport might help my case.
Internship: Dubai or London?
Hi, I'm an incoming 2nd year graduate student at Bocconi University (accounting and finance). From February I would like to start an internship in management consulting (MBB or T2) and I would like to do it abroad since except for an erasmus I lack international experience and I would like to go...
Private Equity Comp Dubai
Hi All! I am currently interviewing for an associate/senior associate position within the direct private equity of a dubai-based large single-family office. - What’s the typical compensation I should expect? - Do family offices typically pay carried-interests? thanks in advance for your time!
Job Search in Middle East
Hello Monkeys, I hope everyone had a great holiday break for EID (MENA-based people that is). I'm from the US but my family is from the MENA region and they moved back here. I thought it would be better to build my career somewhere close to them so I'm job searching here. I'm currently in Dubai on a...
Investment Banking In Dubai: Hours, Salary, Deal flow, culture, go-to banks
Hello everyone, I hope you are well. I am graduating in July 2022 from two European target schools (France and Italy), and have previous experience in IB. I could land a position in Paris, but I am considering Dubai for multiple reasons: Some of my friends are starting there and tell me that it's...
Dubai Consulting/IB
I have few specific questions for Consulting/IB in Dubai 1) What are the non-ME target undergrad schools for Analyst? (I presume LSE, Oxbridge, HYPSM maybe even Bocconi, WHU and St. Gallen (NYUAD?)) 2) What is the comp? Is it Comparable to NYC/SF/SG or more like Europe/LDN? 3) How is the work-life...
Dubai - Base & Bonus
Would anyone who is actually in the region / worked there in the last 2-3 years be able to comment on the total comp and the comp structure there? By comp structure, I mean the split between Base, Bonus and other allowances. I have an offer from a smaller shop which is known to match the comps of...
Strategy& London (M&A) vs BCG Dubai
Hi Everyone! Trying to decide between two FT offers, would really appreciate everyone's thoughts: Strategy& London (M&A) vs BCG Dubai. A few key point: 1) S&'s work is 50% DD for PEs, 50% Growth strategy. BCG is mostly public sector work in KSA. 2) Looking to keep open the option of PE exit 3) Comp:...
UAE Banking Landscape
Hi Monkeys, I would like to get perspectives on the current state of banking in the UAE and people's views on mobility (internally and externally). There have been a lot of discussions on how the GCC has been getting crushed because of low oil prices and people here have been discouraging prospects...
Corporate Banking Scene 2020 - UAE
I am currently a rising senior at a top 20 University in the States. I'm a finance/comp sci major looking to get a job in Dubai (in CB) after I graduate in 2021. I was wondering what the Corporate Banking (IB or Commercial) Industry was like in the UAE and what some major differences were when...
Corporate Finance Prospects in the UAE - 2020
I am currently a rising senior at a top 20 University in the States. I'm a finance/comp sci major looking to get a job in Dubai (in CB) after I graduate in 2021. I was wondering what the Corporate Banking (IB or Commercial) Industry was like in the UAE and what some major differences were when...
Dubai IB/PE Recruitment Process 2020
Hello! I am currently a rising senior at a top 20 University in the States. I'm a finance/comp sci major looking to get a job in Dubai (preferably in IB or PE) after I graduate in 2021. I am currently not considering the US for a job as I am an international student and getting a work visa is a big...
Dubai IB/PE in 2020
I am currently a rising senior at a top 20 University in the States. I'm a finance/comp sci major looking to get a job in Dubai (preferably in IB or PE) after I graduate in 2021. I was wondering what the IB / PE industry was like in the UAE and what some major differences were when compared to...
Where to move to as a finance expat - Singapore? Dubai? Canada?
Hey guys, Long-time lurker, looking for career/immigration advice as I’m not happy with the current job situation because: a) what I currently do does not move me any closer to my dream job; b) the lifestyle is very dissatisfying due to the job location Background: - Originally from Eastern Europe...
European Masters in Management to FT IB or Strategy Consulting
I am an American from a top 30 non-target undergrad considering a European MiM after a two-year stint in the Peace Corps with the goal of breaking into either IB or strategy consulting (leaning towards consulting). I've poured through these forums, but I've been unable to get a straight answer...
M&A TMT Dubai or Singapore
We are seeking candidates for Analyst and Associate positions to join Delta Partners, a global leader within the Telecoms, Media & Tech (TMT) advisory space, in our Dubai or Singapore office. We offer a unique opportunity where we combine deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in...
Alcazar Capital
Alcazar Capital Limited (ACL) is an Investments Advisory Firm based in Dubai International Financial Center. ACL partners with entrepreneurs to build and grow sustainable businesses leveraging our expertise and the support of our shareholders. Our firm focuses on Private Investments Advisory and...
Best Headhunters for PE / SWF opps in the UAE (Abu Dhabi & Dubai)
Hey guys - looking to see if anyone has worked with some solid headhunters for private equity / SWF placements into the UAE (Abu Dhabi & Dubai). So far, I've identified PER, Pinpoint Partners and Arkesden as potential firms to work with. I am based in the US, and understand that London-based...
Banking in UAE
Hey, I haven't posted in a while but I need some advice. I have an interview coming up with a bank (think Citi, Barclays, BNP, HSBC or similar) for an Investment Banking Off-Cycle role - I assume with chances of securing a full time role - with them at their Dubai offices, and I wanted to know if...
Help with Dubai, Doha, GCC Area
I'm interested in working in the GCC area but I'm having a hell of a time getting attention through the job boards. It's crazy competitive - 2k plus applicants for some positions within just a week or two of them being posted. If anyone has any contacts with recruiters in this region, please reach...
Internship at Abraaj Group in Dubai
I've seen a few posts on PE in the middle east and Abraaj in particular. I secured an internship at the Abraaj Group for this summer in Dubai so I created this forum to help put some things in perspective. I'm currently a junior studying in the US. Ask me anything!
How to get into The Abraaj Group
Hi everyone, I wanted to get your thoughts on how to land an interview with The Abraaj Group in Dubai (and successfully pass it). Background on myself: - I'm an audit senior associate in big 4 in one of the US financial centers. I've been trying to move to TS and then to Abraaj but the firm seems...
Feeling disillusioned..internships with my credentials?
Hey guys I'm an economics and maths double major at UBC (canada, yeah I know). My core major is 3.5 at the moment. I just finished my second year here and I'm in Dubai for the whole summer. I just have a couple of work experiences jotted down and they aren't anything spectacular; one was a local...
Working hours at MBB in Dubai
Could someone please share what are the typical work hours for a post MBA level role in MBB and consulting firms in Dubai?
Recruiters in Dubai
Hi, does anyone know a good recruiter who covers Dubai. I have been applying for jobs in Dubai through websites for several months now, but it seems like they have several hundred candidates for each position and my resume never gets to be viewed. So, I was thinking to reach out to recruiters and...
Dubai/MENA exit opportunities for BB ER
I have been in BB ER for 1 year, at a Tier 1 financial center (London, New York ). Right now I am thinking of moving closer to home in the MENA region. I was wondering how people move to different regions and what kind of opportunities I should look for (coming from ER , Hedge Funds aren't really a...
BB MENA Offices
Hi, I was just wondering if anyone had any insight into BB in MENA. Tough to get into? Good deal flow? Good place to be? Thanks!
Doing an internship in Dubai
Hey guys, I've been contacted by a BB for an off-cycle in Dubai, and wanted to know what you guys thought about it, if you ever worked there, or have friends that do ... Looking forward to your response. Thank you in advance
New Global Macro Fund launched - TGSF Advisors
Jawad S. Mian, former CIBC and QInvest PM is starting a new global macro fund, The Good Society Fund (TGSF), see this presentation . Themes - Developed economy governments insolvent; burdening unemployment becoming a source for increased social and economic strain - Process of deleveraging and...
What's going on in Dubai?
I recently received an interview invite for an internship at a IB in Dubai and after doing some initial research it seems like there has been a lot of layoffs and with more forecasted to come in the industry. It's been reported that in 2012 DB , CS , Nomura, BofA, and Rothschild cut a lot of...
Private Equity Firms in Dubai / Middle East
Hi Monkeys, Long time lurker here. Decided to create an account because I am eager to learn more about the large private equity firm opportunities and recruiting in the Middle East, in particular Dubai. Have seen limited information about the topic. I know some shops like KKR , Carlyle, and...
GS Dubai & Hong Kong Languages?
I am considering for IBD in Dubai and Hong Kong for my GS off-cycle internship as IBD isnt available in London or NY . Would I need a second language other than english to apply to these offices? I have emailed GS but am yet to get a reply.
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