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Don't think there is a rule like that. I've interviewed with all the banks you mentioned + a couple of EBs (Laz / EVR / PWP) after finishing my 1st year at a 'tier 3' bank. I just cleared a bit over the year mark at the time.

With that being said, this was peak COVID / height of deal flow so firms were desperate for any sort of experienced analyst talent.

 
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