Corporate Bankers- How many hours do you work?
How many hours do corporate bankers work?
Preferably in Toronto at the big 5 but any information would be helpful! Thanks.
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Corporate bankers generally work fewer hours compared to investment bankers, but the workload can vary depending on the bank, group, and deal activity. Based on the most helpful WSO content:
Typical Hours: Corporate bankers often work around 60-65 hours per week. Standard hours might be from 9 AM to 6/7 PM, with occasional late nights depending on deal flow or specific transactions.
Busy Periods: During busier times, such as working on bridge financing for M&A deals, hours can extend, but it's rare to work past 9 PM. Weekend work is also uncommon compared to investment banking.
Toronto Big 5 Banks: While specific details for Toronto corporate banking hours aren't explicitly mentioned, the general trend aligns with the above. Work-life balance is typically better than in investment banking, and hours are more predictable.
Let me know if you'd like further insights!
Sources: What is corporate banking?, Corporate banking on the rise?, Unpacking Corporate Banking at Citi/BAML?, TD Securities Culture??!, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/do-bankers-tend-to-over-exaggerate-hours?customgpt=1
bump but for NY
Between 40 and 90.
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