Go back from failed start-up founder to IBD

Hi,

I started my career in a BB at the M&A group, spent 4+ years there making to associate.

After I launched a start-up with tier-1 VC funding raising 7m$+, I'm currently shutting down my SaaS after 3 years acting as the CEO and considering going back to finance in IBD or PE.

Has anyone done this before / any stories to share?

Thanks,
L.

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