BAML Tech M&A vs. Moelis M&A - Analyst - West Coast

Just need some advice from you guys. If given the opportunity to work at Moelis M&A or BAML Tech M&A, what do you think is the better opportunity?

I know Moelis is the new kid on the block and everyone is super excited about them, but BAML is a BB and I guess the analyst would get exposure to larger deals and more variety. Any help on this is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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If I tell you Moelis, someone else will tell you BAML. Point is both are great, but the culture and where you fit better should determine your decision. In Finance, both have a great name and reputation.

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I can't believe this hasn't been a landslide.. Everyone knows nothing gets done out of the Palo Alto BAML Tech M&A group. Summer Analysts jumped ship even after getting offers. I would take Moelis in a heartbeat.

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