Best London AMs for Transition to L/S Equity

Hello,

I'm a penultimate year student with an interest in equity research and am considering potential career paths in London. I want to explore opportunities in buy-side equity research while keeping options open for long/short equity roles at hedge funds.

What are the top asset managers with a london presence that hedge funds regularly recruit from for l/s equity roles. 

Thanks

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