Lateraling Already?

Current 1st year analyst (4 months in) at a mid-tier BB (Citi/BAML) in a very niche group (FIG/RE) and am unhappy with the general culture of the bank and my group. The hours aren't the issue but rather the people in the group. Essentially feel like there's no reason to stay - not interested in the industry and culture is bad. I am fine with working the long hours.

Is it too early to try to lateral? I interned in a different group as an intern, would it look bad that I switched groups already and am also trying to lateral?

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Currently at a BB. We just hired 3 class of 2021 analyst laterals. I would’ve never had the balls to lateral that early but it’s becoming the norm / feasible

 

How many banks are recruiting for analysts this early into their stint? Also, what's the conversation like with your current group when you leave?

 

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