PE profile review - What are my chances?
Wanted to get some insight on what would be possible/likely in terms of placing in PE given my career and education thus far. Here's a breakdown:
Current Analyst at a top energy IB group in Houston
Numerous $1B+ deal experiences
Semi-Target (GPA right around the cutoff 3.5-3.6 due to difficult major and unforeseen family events during UG)
I'm not really enticed by MF PE nor do I think I really fit the bill. I am interested primarily in UMM PE outside of Houston (and NYC). Also looking for a more generalist type fund with Industrials exposure (as it seems most relative to what I know now). Any Associate or Analyst with offer want to provide input on my odds of UMM PE outside of Houston/Energy? Would I be better off lateraling to a different city/group and recruiting from there?
that sounds like everyone in banking
I mean, I’m not trying to dox myself. I am more so asking if off of these disclosed metrics would I get looks from UMM PE firms? I have headhunters reaching out often but I am a bit worried that if I respond I could blow my chances of placing into my desired range. I am curious to know if anyone checks these boxes in one way or another and has been successful.
I would say I interview well, I know how to work through a paper LBO, 3-statement LBO, etc. I know my deals cold and have practiced quite a few cases. I think I could convert if I got out in front of a couple UMM PE firms. More so trying to see if I would even get in that position to begin with or if I should look to get into a different group and bank
Similar resume and I’ve had a few MM/UMM PE interviews thus far, all outside of Houston
How have the interviews gone? Do you seem to be getting equal looks as your peers?
Some of my peers have been pretty set on dipping for a while due to hours/wanting out of energy, so they are more open to opportunities and have been doing well in their processes. I haven’t been actively looking for an exit, but HH outreach has been consistent over the past year and if I see an opportunity I’m interested in I’ll engage. Received one MM offer but declined for comp related reasons.
I think if you narrow down what type of opportunities you’re looking for and you are in a reputable energy group, you’ll be good. Definitely opps outside of Houston though.
Thank you for the additional color, very helpful!
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