PIMCO Credit Portfolio Analyst Exit Strategies
Hello. I’ve been interviewing with PIMCO for a portfolio analyst role on the corporate credit team in Newport Beach. At this point it is common knowledge that a role like this at PIMCO is essentially a dead end. The probability of moving to a better role within PIMCO (I.e, trading, research, credit analysis) sounds to be zero especially based off what the traders told me when I interviewed.
However, I am a new grad desperate for experience and, frankly, money. So I’ll probably take the role if I get an offer.
Now I have no intention of staying in Newport Beach for a role like this. So I am planning my exit if I do get the role.
I have internship experiences as a quant at a large commercial bank and as a research analyst at an AM. I have strong programming knowledge and am taking the CFA.
What potential roles could I try to attempt to switch to after some time at PIMCO?
Based on the most helpful WSO content, if you're considering an exit strategy after gaining experience as a Credit Portfolio Analyst at PIMCO, here are some potential roles you could pivot to, especially with your background in quantitative analysis, research in asset management, and pursuit of the CFA:
Credit Research Analyst:
Quantitative Analyst:
Investment Banking:
Private Equity or Distressed Debt Investing:
Trading:
Fintech or Startups:
Corporate Finance:
Further Education:
Remember, networking will be crucial in making these transitions. Keep building relationships within PIMCO and with alumni from your internships. Also, actively engage with the finance community on platforms like Wall Street Oasis to stay informed about new opportunities.
Sources: Direct Invest to FoF/Co-Invest?, Advice on career and the switch into investment banking, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/private-equity/why-i-left-pe-switched-to-the-public-markets?customgpt=1, Exit opps from AM?, The right time to lateral?
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