PU&I vs FIG - Canada
I know everyone talks about the pigeonholes both of these send you down regarding limited exit opportunities and highly specific skill sets, but I was wondering just how they actually compare in that sense. Also, in terms of groups at Big 5, what’s the difference in terms oh how sweaty (WLB) or ‘bad culture’ these can tend to be?
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights on PU&I (Power, Utilities & Infrastructure) vs. FIG (Financial Institutions Group) in Canada:
Exit Opportunities and Skill Sets:
PU&I:
FIG:
Work-Life Balance (WLB) and Culture:
Groups at Big 5 Banks in Canada:
In summary, both PU&I and FIG have their unique challenges and limitations regarding exit opportunities and work-life balance. The specific experience can vary significantly depending on the bank and the team culture.
Sources: Examples of a "bad" group culture and sweatshop or just "standard" in banking?, Which groups should you avoid at all costs?, Does "good culture" exist at the pre-MBA level in PE?
PU&I is in the shitter in Canada right now and there are a number of actually notable boutiques that do PU&I (Fort, Agentis).FIG is a dominating sector in Canada and groups typically have strong culture, however you are pigeonholed (not that PU&I doesn’t pigeonhole you). I’d say FIG > PU&I. Unless you love infra investing.
How about in terms of being able to lateral to another group - say when you become an associate?
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