Jan 15, 2026

Next logical career step?

Hi all,

I work in the South East at a Big 4 in a securitization advisory group. Primarily doing CLO modeling (payment verifications, effective date checks, pre-close due diligence) Agency RMBS modeling, and valuation memo’s for both of these product types. I have about 2+ years of experience with an early promotion under my belt.

Looking from the outside in, what are my logical exits and career paths?

Open to anything as I am not sure what I really want to.

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