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I'm currently doing a degree apprenticeship in insurance asset management (includes CFA UK IMC, CFA lvl 1, Degree in Applied Finance with specialism in investing) at a Top 3 Firm (in its industry) in the UK; working in investment grade credit. Although the comp + wlb is good, the environment is chill, and I get to speak with other firms frequently, I find myself wanting to work in a more intensive, faster-paced environment (whilst I'm still young and don't have much in the way of commitments) and developing the skills that come with working in such environments. I'm extremely open to anything in relation to credit/debt - in particular DCM, RX, and PC (as unrealistic as they may be) all look enticing (although I'm slightly weary of PC, given the recent developments). Which roles/areas are most feasible for me to lateral into? Are firms generally accepting of DAs (in comparison to the more traditional uni + internship pathway) and if so, how would I weigh up in the recruiting process?

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