Risk Management at a Hedge Fund - Dead end?

Hey guys,

I have an upcoming interview for a risk management analyst position at a fairly large, well-known hedge fund... I was wondering if starting out in RM in a hedge fund out of undergraduate would end up being bad with regards to exit opps. What are the general exit opps for this type of position? How is it perceived?

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"Lou"

I would say it depends how large and structured the firm is and how closely you'll work with the traders.

If the firm is "very large" and "very structured", I would say the chances are slim but not impossible.

I agree with you. It depends upon how big firm is and on which position you will work with the traders.
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