MM IB Generalist vs BB IB Niche group

Current deciding between 2 offers: MM IB (Jefferies/RBC/HL) with a more generalist group (think industrials M&A) vs BB IB (GS/MS/JPM) with a niche focus (natural resources, deals likely to be more on the metals and mining side as oil & gas is phasing out)

The generalist role seems appealing as it appears to have more optionality, however the top BB IB offers better brand name. Would love to get some thoughts/opinions

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If the MM offer is for Jefferies or HL, take it. Unless you’re for sure interested in the BB niche industry, the MM offer will provide more optionality for PE, VC, IB lateral, etc. You can always end up at a BB in a better industry group after a year.

 

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