rookie networking question...need experts
So here is my situation -
Currently working as an analyst at MM shop in capital markets, good gig, but looking to move to better platform.
HERES the catch: my network sucks...was a non-finance major so dont have any friends on the street. Come from small town so no friends back in school they have parents who work at BBs. No family members who work in finance.
EXPERTS: how do i start my search? do headhunters work with junior people like myself? obviously networking is key, but what exactly do i do.? who and how do i reach out?
i have working group lists with capital markets people on them from deals. is it unethical to use those lists and start cold-emailing them?
Im not looking at boutiques, given my line of work his heavily dependent on lending relationship/M&A so i need a shop with capital.
-Thanks everyone
If you aren't already, I'd get on LinkedIn and fill out your profile with your school, internships + your current FT job. LinkedIn will suggest people you should connect based on the info you entered (school/firm alumni, current colleagues, etc). Add anyone and everyone! You would be surprised at who knows who.
This may take a few weeks to get established, but once you have a decent base of connections, hone in on a few opportunities that you are interested in and see if your connections can make an introduction.
In regards to headhunters, they definitely recruit at junior levels. But most of this recruiting is focused analysts at BB IBs and top strategy consulting firms who are looking for a new opportunity after a 2-3 year analyst stint. Having said that, you can certainly spend some time finding headhunters. If they think you are a good candidate (i.e. they can market you to a firm), they will help you out.
thanks a lot tan86. i will definitely pursue that route.
given that i receive working group lists that include deal teams from other banks....how do you suggest going about utilizing having their contacts?
Potentially this is a gold mine, but it comes with a lot of risk. Ideally, you need someone fairly senior at your current firm that a) likes you b) will vouch for you c) knows you want to leave and won't rock the boat d) will give you a warm introduction to people he/she knows on these lists.
Tough to do though.
well i dont think i want to put my neck out with one of the senior guys...
i was thinking just cold-emailing them (not stating where i got their email addy) and giving it shot....i mean isnt that the same concept as linkedin? the benefit of this is that i know they are in the group that im interested in. Am i wrong?
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