Market Risk versus Regional AM Sales - which is a better starting point for a career in big banks?

Two offers from BB, my background is half engineering half finance. 

Originally wanted to do trading/structuring, but S&T headcounts are so lean this year so only got these 2 options. 

Market Risk: Global, better team culture, more hard skills learnt. 

AM Sales: Regional focused, more EQ growth, good front-office exposure. 


I want to maximize my optionality on mobility (across region and divisions) since I'm still figuring myself out. Any advice/points you would recommend me to take into consideration before making a final decision? 


 

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