Advice on IB Offer

Hello hello,

I currently have a job in MO in a BB (ie MS/GS/JPM) and I have been working there as a graduate for 2 years. I feel like it's not the job for me as I don't feel motivated and feel like it's not where I see myself long-term. However, the BB is a good place, nice company culture, nice perks, great job security. They are allowing me to do my CFA, I'm currently studying for level II. 

I recently got offered an IB Analyst role in MM type of bank. I'm scared for the career progression/work-life balance and leaving a BB for a small and probably less organised bank could not be the best move. At the same time I don't like what I currently do so could be nice to try something new and get into the world of banking.

What do you guys think? If I end up not liking Investment Banking, do you think I have chances to move to like Consulting or a different industry or better stay where I am now and finish my CFA?

6 Comments
 

If you really wanted to do IB you know that the answer is to take the IB offer without any hesitation. You are second guessing because you're scared to actually commit to it, no comment here would help you with your decision.

 

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