Anyone heard of Configure Partners?

Based on previous WSO threads, Configure Partners is a restructuring and M&A firm that spun out of Guggenheim two years ago. They have been quite active in the restructuring space, specializing in a blend of lender and debtor mandates, primarily focusing on middle market and upper middle market deals.

Here are some key points about Configure Partners:

• Compensation: Associate 1 compensation is around market rate, approximately $300K all-in, but it is heavily skewed towards the end-of-year bonus.
• Team and Exposure: The team is highly regarded, and the exposure to deals is top-notch. The firm has lean deal teams, which provides excellent opportunities for rapid growth.
• Client Representation: They represent both creditor and debtor clients.
• Roles and Responsibilities: They are involved in sell-side M&A, leveraged finance, and creditor committee advisory.
• Exit Opportunities: The firm offers good exit opportunities into middle market value and special situations funds, such as Comvest.
• Industries: They cover a wide range of industries, excluding fast-growing sectors.

Overall, Configure Partners is considered a great shop to join early, offering a specialized and tactical skill set for those looking to pursue a long-term career in banking.

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