Corporate Exits : May 2024

A big issue on the corporate side seems to be a lack of standardized pay/transparency around it. There have been threads on this in the past, but the past few months have seemingly seen an uptick in positions both on the corporate side and on the banking side so I would love updated numbers for fellow analysts/associates looking to exit into corporate roles. I would love to get data points on the following : 

  • Previous Experiences: what you did before taking the corporate role(i.e. 2 years of IB as an analyst, MBA -> 2 years IB as an associate, etc.)
  • Role: What role do you take on and what position (i.e. associate in corporate development or associate in corporate strategy,  associate strategic finance, etc.)
  • Type of company - what's the size of the company and sector(i.e. F500 tech company, PE backed industrial company, etc.)
  • Location - where the role you took is located(i.e. NYC or Chicago, etc.)
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights into corporate exits for analysts and associates looking to transition into corporate roles:

  1. Previous Experiences:

    • Investment Banking (IB) Analysts: Many individuals transitioning into corporate roles have backgrounds as IB analysts, typically with 2 years of experience.
    • MBA Graduates: Some have completed an MBA followed by 2 years as an IB associate.
    • Consulting: Experience in consulting, particularly from firms like MBB (McKinsey, BCG, Bain), is also common.
  2. Role:

    • Corporate Development: Positions such as associate in corporate development are popular exits.
    • Corporate Strategy: Roles like associate in corporate strategy are also common.
    • Strategic Finance: Some take on roles as associates in strategic finance.
  3. Type of Company:

    • Fortune 500 Tech Companies: Many exit into large, well-known tech companies.
    • PE-Backed Industrial Companies: Others move to private equity-backed industrial firms.
    • Various Sectors: The sectors can vary widely, including healthcare, consumer goods, and financial services.
  4. Location:

    • Major Financial Hubs: Common locations include New York City (NYC) and Chicago.
    • Other Major Cities: Roles can also be found in other major cities depending on the company's headquarters and industry presence.

For more detailed and updated data points, you might want to explore specific threads on Wall Street Oasis or similar forums where professionals share their personal experiences and insights.

Sources: Exit opps: I've crunched the previous work experience of 390 PE Associates.., Exit opps: I've crunched the previous work experience of 390 PE Associates.., IB Associate and VP Exits - Where are you now?, Exiting from Corporate Development, Potential exits at 1+0 from MBB?

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