Journey from ER to L/S Hedge Funds examples

Hi, I recently started as a grad in London for a top 5 ranked research division/sector. Was also thinking of starting the CFA. soon.

I don't intend on exiting soon, but was wondering what are the ways for research associates to exit to L/S or L-only hedge funds in London/Europe or other cities like NY or Singapore?

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This gotta be the most low-effort question ever asked on this forum

 

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