Necessary Pay For These Opportunities

This is purely theoretical. Assume all NYC based.

What is the minimum that you would have to be paid to work for the following firms for minimum 2 yrs. Assume you have just completed a 2-year IB stint at a well regarded bb.

1. Established and well regarded hedge fund.
2. Established and well regarded hedge fund with horrible culture and questionable ethics.
3. Too large to perform asset manager.
4. Startup hedge fund that you think generate alpha.

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1. No brainer. You can always change your mind and go to #4. Only go to #4 if you get some ownership.

Why the fuck are #2 and #3 even in the mix?

 

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