TMT IB Associate - Next Moves?

Hello all,

I have done 3 years IB as an associate (now senior associate but essentially running deals from start to finish) working for LMM IB, specifically focusing on Sell-side M&A for technology/SaaS/tech-enabled firms. Have completed 12+ transactions. Was wondering what are logical and ideal career moves for someone in my position. Is it continue on to VP role at different firm (maxing out learning here), or is there an opportunity to pivot towards a tech-focused HF. The true logical pivot is to MM PE but I am finding the reps redundant and tiring.

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