How to exit from bad group at UBS

Am currently a second year analyst that’s not in a top group at UBS (so not LF, Sponsors, GIG). Deal experience is pretty bad and have not closed any M&A deals. I am in good standing with the group and well-liked but I need to get out. I keep getting dinged in first rounds (if I even get there) because my deal experience is just not there. Should I just go down a tier of jobs like FP&A and style for mediocrity? 

Would appreciate any advice, from current or former analysts who have successfully gotten out of one of the worse groups.. 

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https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/pros-vs-cons-of-corporate-role-post-ib#comment-3661031

Shameless plug, but see the post above on my views of leaving for corporate jobs. Just as a general note, though, the job market is bad. It's not just you, though obviously, UBS in a group with no deal flow isn't exactly the ideal resume. 

Edit: Just as a general comment, if you are a top performer, talk to your seniors. Seriously, most seniors do want to help their juniors' careers along, both out of self-satisfaction and to some extent out of a selfish desire for good future relationships. Your seniors most likely have connections to other banks and/or groups that you would then have a hot referral/entry point into.

 
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