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Feeling Stuck
Background - 2+ years of experience in middle market sector agnostic private equity firm in an emerging market, Recently switched job as an analyst in sector specialized healthcare fund - I joined this firm to have brand name on resume as I come from non-target background Problem - I have a feeling...
Feeling Stuck
Background - 2+ years of experience in middle market sector agnostic private equity firm in an emerging market, Recently switched job as an analyst in sector specialized healthcare fund - I joined this firm to have brand name on resume as I come from non-target background Problem - I have a feeling...
Private Equity in Singapore
What's the landscape for private equity in Singapore? Who are the top firms to work for? What's the process to break in? For context, I'm an incoming FT analyst at a MF PE firm (ignore title) in the States, but I spent some of my childhood in Singapore before moving to the UK for secondary school...
How to ask for more carry
I work in a small renewables fund where a senior principal has recently left the team. I have carried interest in the fund however its a very small allocation. I was an analyst when I was allocated the carry and have since been promoted to associate. We have not made any significant investments and...
PE Analyst in growing firm
Just wondering what the pros and cons are of joining a growing PE Analyst that's rapidly growing. I feel like getting the early start can/should help down the line in terms of politics and getting the investor mindset of the seniors of the firm. On the other hand, it seems quite clear that BB/EB IB...
Is there a point to networking if you have (nepo)?
Hey! I'm a student in Canada and have been pretty busy over the past two years. I've sent tons of cold emails, had lots of chats, and done plenty of mock interviews. I also worked at a Big 5 bank (mid office role tho), interned at a search fund, and had a lmm IB internship in the US this winter,...
Capital raising $50 B fund
Hi monks! Anyone has relevant information on fundraising roles at funds? Career growth? Currently considering joining at VP level, base around £200 (UK) and still not sure about the bonus component. A friend of mine working at a placement agent mentioned he’s getting something around 0.75% of the...
Private Equity in SEA
Can anyone shed light on the PE scene in Southeast Asia (Singapore)? Know a bunch of MFs have a presence there but there's not much intel on WSO. I'd love to get a sense for 1. The top PE players in the space, 2. What it takes to move from a US fund to a Singapore-based fund 3. Why the region...
Golden Gate Capital 2025 Recruiting / Outlook & Perspective
Recently was contacted by Ratio about Golden Gate recruiting for 2025. Was wondering whether anyone had any insight into their recruiting process (coming from banking if that matters) as well as overall culture, trajectory, and comp? Know that they've had a bunch of spinouts as of late (e.g.,...
UBS Actual Buyside Exits 2024 Post-Integration
Read some comments earlier on UBS exits where there was a lot of disagreement, so making this post. What are the actual buy-side exits look like for the firm based on the group? I know LevFin/Sponsors when combined was viewed as a strong group, and would like to know where the AN1s or AN2s are going...
Help Me Choose - UVA or UCLA?
I am a high school senior trying to decide between UVA and UCLA. I am focused on finance, and I want to work in IB, VC, or PE. I know both are good schools, and it sounds like UCLA is better for the West Coast, while UVA is better for the East Coast. Since I don't yet know where I ultimately want to...
Top PE Industry Podcasts
What are some of the top PE industry podcasts?
Is internal reporting at most funds really so Excel & PPT heavy still?
Hi there, I spent some time at a BB before moving into Big Tech. Did a variety of data roles, with my last 4 years running a Finance team (FP&A and Sales Finance). In Big Tech, we used a ton of SQL and other automation so that slides & reports on operational performance were fully automated. This is...
NYC Consumer PE/Growth Funds with decent comp but amazing WLB?
Looking to move to NYC, have always been the dream to spend a couple years in the city. Currently in SF and making decent comp at a growth shop but working a lot. Not too concerned about comp overall and want to optimize for a great WLB and have time to work on a few things on the side. Moving to...
How to Model SaaS Projections for Interviews
Hey WSO - this post is specifically for those of you in IB / Consulting who are interested in breaking into Software Buyout, Growth Buyout, Growth Equity, or Late Stage VC. Now that I'm in the industry, I want to help you guys understand how to actually model out SaaS LBOs, based on Customer Cube...
Wisconsin (WSB) v. Santa Clara (Leavey) v. CU (Leeds)
I am a high school senior deciding between UW-Madison, Santa Clara, and CU. I have direct admit to the business schools of all three. I am planning to study finance, and I want to go into IB/PE/VC. All are out-of-state for me, and after various scholarships the cost is similar. I realize these...
Feeling stuck and uncertain where to start my career
Hi, as the title hints, I'm feeling a bit lost and unsure in which direction I want to start my career in. To give some background: Completed my Bachelor’s at a European target university with above average grades. Took a gap year after graduating to get some more work experience through...
Most Prestigious Awards
What are the most prestigious awards/competitions at the undergrad level that look really impressive for recruiting? So far I know the PE case comps are pretty good (SL, WP, KKR).
Partners Group Long Term
Luckily, I got an offer to join Partners Group as an analyst in their direct pe team (been working for 6 months in an EB in ldn), what are your thoughts on the questions below? If possible, from a European perspective, but still nice to have the US one Is starting your career at PG a good place to...
Best IB group on the Street
Curious to see your guys' opinion on the best IB group across all BB's and EB's. When I say best, I mean in terms of deal flow, exit opps, exposure to technical skills, etc. To my knowledge, GS TMT, FIG, and Industrials are up there for the best groups amongst BB's, as well as the M&A group at JPM...
MBB first year exploring PE options
Hi! I've been at an MBB for around 6 months now (post-undergrad) and am exploring PE associate roles as a potential exit. I am looking at the consultant-friendly funds (Bain Cap, Charlesbank, Berkshire, etc.) as options. I have some questions about the process I'd love some clarification on: 1. I'd...
Joining the big family-owned business after IB/PE prior-experience. CFO?PE FUND? OPERATIONNAL?
Hello WSO, I am currently an undergraduate student at a great french business school and I will hopefully break into investment banking (M&A) then move into private equity industry for some years. To finally, moove into the family-owned business. And I was thinking that this community could give me...
PE MM Funds with Intnerships
Hi All, I am currently an Associate at an LM PE fund based in London. I am about to begin my MBA at an M7 school this fall and was wondering whether anyone knew any good MM funds that had internship programs / regular summer analyst/associate positions? I have the right to work in the UK and the EU...
BX PE Analyst Exits
What are the most recent/common exits out of BX Corp PE? It's hard to use LinkedIn search given the noise from the other programs like Tac Opps and RE and whatnot.
Does this job rock or suck??
Gents, interviewing at a LMM for what is being described as a "research associate" role. Seems officially on the business development side, but with a focus on generating investment theses for the fund to pursue. No excel modeling, which I'm fine with. All-in comp is $180k , at most. Tier 2 city....
Investment banking vs Private credit
Hi Guys I am from India and I currently I have 3 offers : 1) Investment banking at EY/Ambit (Top IB's in India based on number of deals and deal size) 2) Private credit at Investec 1) IB -->After domestic IB based on inputs people usually prefer to go to a domestic PE/international IB and then join...
Best PE Cities Outside of NYC/SF
I am currently an incoming analyst in NYC/SF and want to get out of the city. What other cities are there with big PE presences that I can tell headhunters is my chief interest? I know both Boston and Chicago have a few big names like Bain and GTCR/BDT respectively, but want to get a general sense...
Moving from Investment Banking to Portfolio Operations and Monitoring at top Private equity brand
I am contemplating a switch from investment banking to a tier 1 private equity portfolio operations and monitoring role. The money expected would be really good. I wont have a carry component in the first year but will be added to the pool in the 2nd year. I do not like to work hours that come with...
SSE MAVFM vs. RSM F&I Master vs. Finance Master @ German universities
Hi Monkeys, As per the title, I am currently deciding between different options for my master studies. I completed my undergraduate degree in business administration at a German university and undertook internships at a mid-cap IB boutique and a mid-cap PE firm, both with a focus on the DACH region....
Turn/River Capital - 2024 Updates
Wondering if there are any updated views on Turn/River Capital, especially with regards to associate comp / recent returns / culture / upward mobility. I can share some of my understanding here, but would appreciate any thoughts or feedback. From my understanding, they primarily do software buyouts,...
Atlas Holdings Private Equity Firm
anyone heard of this?
AKKR Salary Progression?
What is the AKKR Salary Progression? Aso1, Aso2, etc. Thanks!
JOB CHANGE ADVICE (PE IR VS IB)
Hi Monkeys, I need some advice/ help with decision making. Im in my final year at Uni, with a FT offer as an Investor Relations Analyst at a PE firm. Im excited and happy. However, I received a follow up on a networking message (with someone in PCA at an elite boutique) I sent when I was looking for...
Ares- Global Client Solutions pay structure
Hi Chimps, Currently a 3rd year associate in PWM at a bulge bracket bank and looking at roles within Ares Global Client Solutions group, trying to get an understanding on pay structure as an associate specifically. Currently my total comp is made up of hourly pay, overtime, firm bonus, and a team...
Is Brown University a Target School?
Hi, I’m a rising senior from Texas, and I’ll be attending Brown University in the fall. I’m going to be studying economics, and I’m looking to break into top-tier investment banking, private equity, or venture capital firms. Brown as a school has a lot of prestige, but I’ve heard it’s...
MFin vs M7 MBA as an International - For IB and beyond
I am about to begin my career as an IB M&A analyst in India this year and I could either: get one year of work experience go for an MFin (say MIT) and try to break into IB or continue with banking in India break into PE (say, CVC, TPG, Bain Capital, General Atlantic) go for an M7 MBA (say, Columbia...
PE case study help
i've had 3-4 pe interviews all of which i've been bounced at the case study round. anyone have resources to get better here?
Investment Memo: How should it be structured?
Hi all, how should a PE investment memo be structured? do you know where can I find examples online? Thank you very much. Best, Francesco
Starting at a West Cost Fund and I Hate the West Coast
Title says it all - signed at a UMM West Coast fund a while back during on-cycle and was feeling great about it then. But having to move out to a completely different coast in a couple of months with no friends and very little support is scaring the s*** out of me. Does anyone have any tips / ways...
Is it Possible: Tech ---> Tech PE Investing
Is it possible to lateral from tech to Tech PE investing side? Background: Started career in finance out of undergrad working for a small fund in LA. Transferred over to tech after a couple of years. Had two exits from software companies. Firstly, as a senior product manager at a healthcare tech...
PE Associate 1 Pay
Wondering what the numbers now look like for Associate 1 pay at private capital firms. Would love to get some data points with firm size, strategy(PE, GE, PC, etc.), and location. I have seen some $250-350k numbers thrown around 2-3 years ago, but wondering what the numbers look like now especially...
Is it okay to ask bankers about deal pipeline during superday?
Some background - I was working at a no-name boutique that focused on a very niche vertical of a broader industry but had great deal flow (6-7 closed transactions a year and lean deal team so worked on almost all the deals). I was laid of at the beginning of this month and to say the least it's been...
Private Equity Future Directions
Dear WS community, As a recent member and aspiring finance professional, I wanted to ask you whether you agreed or not, and what are your thoughts on the future of private equity. In this last months, even years, we have seen changes in investment strategies, deal structuring, sector trends, and the...
Joining an exciting new Software Rollup over PE/ Growth Equity?
G'day fellow monkeys, Curious to get people's opinions on my situation: (1) I currently have an offer from a PE/ growth equity fund; and (2) I just also got offered (with a better title) the opportunity to be a #1/ #2 investment team hire in an exciting new software roll-up opportunity (with...
Asset Management (IN) -> MBA (US) -> Private Equity
Hey everyone, I was just wondering about the chances of someone from Asset Management pivoting to PE post MBA. A bit of background, I'm from India, working in a local botique Asset Management Fund. I'm part of Portfolio Management and Due Diligence and I have 6 years of experience. I currently...
Trading Restrictions at MF
Hi all, I am starting at KKR / APO / BX / TPG / Oaktree this summer in London and was wondering if those MF have the same trading restrictions as banks? At the moment at my bank, I am not allowed to hold any single equity stocks, so only ETFs. Do you know if this is also the case at the MFs? Many...
Going from US REPE to UK REPE
Would love to get some advice here on a move within REPE from the US to the UK. The firm I currently work for is around $10B AUM, and the team I am on is dedicated to US seniors housing (Just under $1B raised for this vertical). Worked on multiple buy/sell side processes (around $500M in closed...
Rothschild Fivearrows Case Study FAPI [Internship]
hi guys Does anybody have any insight on how the case study for Rothschild PE (fivearrows) is like? I'll be interviewing for the internship in London for FAPI, and this is the second round of three. The only thing I know is that it's a take-home and I am give 48 hours Any advice on how to prepare...
Permira London Views + Case Study
Looking for updated information on Permira for their Buyout team in London (WLB / culture / comp etc.) and if anyone has any former case studies they'd be willing to share / trade.
PE Middle office role (risk)
Hello, I will soon move into a government owned PE fund as a risk analyst (my previous experience is also in risk management but in a different context). How will my wlb/working hours be, in your opinion? I am located in europe. thanks
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