So I know that I want to do IB, but a little work life balance is also important for me. I would rather work 60-80 hours a week and get a 30k bonus than 80-100 and get a 60k bonus. Which banks/groups should I aim for? I've heard that DCM and Public Finance usually have better hours. Any other groups?
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Corporate banking. Hours closer to 60 and bonus still up there.
On the IB side, ECM, DCM, or the "worst" group at a BB/EB (low deal flow = better hours)
Corporate banking / DCM at a BB. Mid-level associates pull in ~$250k and work 50-60 hours with good visibility into workload.
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