A2A or UMM PE?

Currently in a MM coverage with good comp, WLB, and office culture. Having trouble deciding between the following with the considerations being compensation, career trajectory, exit opportunities and location

Trying to decide between the following two routes:

1. A2A direct promote
   • A: Guaranteed promotion at 2.5YRS
   • B: Previously discussed with management, would be unusual, but could push for a promotion at the 2YR mark
2. UMM PE switch
   • Bank places well in our Tier II city, with many strong UMM exits from our group in the past few years

Current considerations:

1. Associate comp is around 350 first year in, clear path upwards within our group and established brand as a top rated analyst/performer
   1. Would be harder to leave after asking for an accelerated promotion on good terms with the team
2. Off-cycle, but still getting strong inbound interest daily from funds like Pacific Lake, Summit, Frontenac, Guidepost, Stonepeak, PSG, etc.
   1. Probably a pay cut with a return to the grind to re-established yourself in the first year or two. Depending on the shop and group – potentially churned out after the associate stint

Looking for any opinions or guidance on people that have chosen the A2A route