Switching from Equity research to M&A

Hi guys, Need your advice considering that i have a recent MBA from good school Taking a job in BB as ER for 55k GBP vs taking a job in M&A as an analyst in BB for 40k GBP. Ideally would like to work in M&A. How difficlut is to switch from ER to M&A? If I work in ER, can I switch to M&A at associate level? Consider the bonus option in the two roles and illuminate me please. S

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I am almost sure he quoted salaries in GBP. From what I know and correct me if I'm wrong, the move isn't unheard of, specially if you prove yourself in a specific sector and can demonstrate more skills outside the financial analysis. The skills from either job can be transferable, however the output is different.

One question, if it's a good MBA, how come you don't go straight to associate level for the M&A job? Because I'm sure that salary in ER is for associate level.

 

This person is a fucking retard and probably can't even tie his own shoes in the morning. Don't bother - he's probably lying anyway.

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