ER vs IB Offer

So, I'm in industry and have been working to pivot out of it for a few months. Turns out I have offers in ER and IB. I know, it might sound like a no brainer, only it's not. The ER gig I'd be coming in as an Associate in a BB, while the IB role would be as an Analyst at an MM.

All in all here's the breakdown:

ER Gig:

BB

ASSOCIATE 1

150K / 20 -50% bonus

IB Gig:

MM

Analyst 2/3

110-125 / don't know bonus yet, but obviously higher than ER.

If y'all were me, what would you pick?

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