If you had to choose an IBD position at RBC or Macquarie, which one is more prestigious? Both are international banks, and I am curious which would get you more ladies.
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australian accents are waaay hotter than canadian accents
rbc's definitely the better bank though unless this is for australia
Macquarie
For the ladies they might thank Macquarie is some rock quarry company, maybe they'll invite you to their house to marble some floors.
i doubt random people will really have heard of either one in the states, unless they are familiar with rbc's southern retail branches.
unknown firm (which makes it seem mysterious, elite, etc) > alabama retail banker
go with macquarie and be a real baller and have all the ladies flock to you
I'm obviously biased, but this is really a no-brainer -- RBC unless you're in Australia or Macquarie's infrastructure group (if it's even still good).
If both positions are in Canada, take RBC.
Neither RBC nor Macquarie are international in the IB sense of the word. It's all down to what group and where?
RBC is a decent MM bank in the U.S. and has a large capital markets/S&T operation in London. Macquarie is or has neither.
Knowing bankers at both banks, I would recommend to go with RBC - unless it is for MacQ infrastructure group + you are really interested in that area.
I discussed with some RBC bankers here in London and they are expanding their clients base really aggressively and have ambitious plans worldwide. They tremendously benefited from the crisis and I would expect them to keep their momentum for a few years - should translate in a very exciting climate and a good experience.
Best of luck,
BradZ
Macquarie vs. RBC IBD Offers!!! (Originally Posted: 02/23/2012)
Hey guys,
Been reading WSO for a while but just created an account since I need some help choosing between offers.
I got Macquarie and RBC IBD offers for the summer both in NYC.
I honestly have no idea which one to pick, I liked people are both equally and am not sure how to choose. I'd appreciate some input on culture and repuation(since I might try to recruit for other firms FT).
Thanks!
I'm not particularly knowledgeable about either firm but it seems to be the consensus that RBC has a better reputation and more dealflow than Macquarie in the US. Congrats on the offers!
I disagree. RBC pays slightly below street. My understanding is that Macquarie pays street level. It's good in Canada, but this doesnt translate into the US. I'd personally go with Macquarie. I dont have much exposure to banking but on the trading side they have a very solid presence, which I cant say for RBC.
Hey I got the Macquarie IBD offer too! when was ur super day? mine was Feb 10th on Friday and i was offered on Monday Feb13. I love the people I met at Macquarie too and i have a trading offer so I am so torn
Mine was the week after yours, either on the 14th or 15th. What did you decide?
lol...anybody know who's right on this one in terms of pay?
Also, I'm not 100% set on IB for FT so I want to go to whichever firm will get me the most interviews for FT recruiting in a wide variety of fields (i.e. which has a better reputation in the US overall, not just for IB?)
I'd go with RBC. Seems like they have awesome people, good dealflow, and got a lot stronger relatively speaking after the 2008 crisis.
RBC for FT. I haven't heard good things about Mac's bonuses...
RBC is Canada's biggest bank, they are ranked #1 in M&A in Canada. Can't go wrong.
RBC paid very well this year compared to any other bank, yes including GS, JPM, etc.
bump...
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