PTO / Holiday in London

Recently moved from Big 4 to an IB and wanted to get views on taking the 24-25 days PTO (strictly in UK / Europe given the cultural difference). Heard from a few peers its encouraged at their shops but wanted to get a broader sense on whether its looked down upon or general comments? How much impact does it have on bonuses / feedback (if any)? Assume you are not 100% logged off during PTO days, so still available on email, laptop on hand if needed.

Thinking a week in Easter, 2 weeks spaced out in Summer (June to August), a week in Christmas, and rest for 2 long weekends / emergencies. Personally think if the difference in reward isn’t significantly meaningful then not taking PTO is just money left on the table.

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just don't take anything more than 10 days in one go. and make sure you're holidaying in conventioanlly less busy deal flow periods, i.e., July/august and depending on your team. make sure you get your holidays booked in at least with 4-5 weeks notice. 

most banks will force you to take all 25 days and there isnt much room for carry over for the next year/or pay, in your contract.

 

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