DCM at different BBs

Hey,

I was wondering if pay + bonus is higher at balance sheet bank vs some of the other BBs (GS, MS, etc.). Is it worth taking an EB or other lower balance sheet bank in a DCM role vs. a BB or middle market balance sheet bank?

Also is pay similar for NYC vs. lower-tier cities (e.g. charlotte). Would really appreciate it if some DCM monkeys could hop in. Let me know if I'm retarded

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So do you think I should take a mizuho/other MM offer over GS? or will it be easier to exit/lateral from DCM to private credit or M&A with GS on my name

 

Obv I wanna take GS but I can't sit here and say I don't care at all about a potential pay cut

 

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