MO to FO

Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights and suggestions for your situation:

1. Contract Experience:

   • Your contract experience can be valuable, but it may not be considered as 1+ year of full-time experience. It's important to highlight the skills and responsibilities you handled during this period.

2. Current Role Duration:

   • It's generally advisable to stay in your current role for at least a year. This shows commitment and allows you to gain substantial experience that can be leveraged when applying for BB roles.

3. Standing Out as a Candidate:

   • Highlight Relevant Experience: Emphasize your deal support experience and any significant contributions you made during your internships and current roles.
   • Networking: Start building connections within BB firms. Attend industry events, reach out to alumni, and use LinkedIn to connect with professionals in the field.
   • Certifications and Exams: Passing the SIE is a good start. Consider pursuing additional certifications like the CFA to further bolster your resume.
   • Tailored Applications: Customize your resume and cover letter for each application, focusing on how your unique experiences and skills align with the specific role and firm.

4. Additional Tips:

   • Recruiters: Engage with recruiters who specialize in placing candidates in BB firms. They can provide valuable insights and opportunities.
   • Industry Groups: Target industry groups within BB firms that align with your background and interests, such as consumer/retail, infrastructure, or technology.

By following these steps, you can enhance your profile and improve your chances of breaking into a BB firm.

Sources: How difficult is it to break in from a low-tier BB?, Q&A: Broke into MM M&A from a non-traditional background and 2 years of networking and internships, Took an Associate job at a tiny firm, how screwed am I?, IB Analyst Lateral Move Period, Miserable in consulting, how to improve situation?