Non NYC investment banking vs NYC M&A/Strategy Consulting

Was wondering if anyone can provide any insight into the pros and cons of both options. Currently working at a very (very) small boutique IB shop, and I have an offer to go move to NYC to work in M&A/Strategy consulting. Long term goal is to work at a larger NYC bank doing M&A.

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