Anyone Interested in IB or PE recruiting (HK&LDN)? Happy to answer and discuss!
Monkeys, I work for a USD mega fund based in HK. Previously I was an analyst for a US bb IB based in HK and LDN. Graduated from Oxbridge. I would be happy to answer if you have any recruitment Qs in Hong Kong or London.
Some updates:
I am happy to do some complementary IB mock interviews or career advices sessions (45mins session) Please feel free to PM me.
Is there on cycle recruiting in HK? Thanks. Could we DM?
Sure, Ive replied
Pm-ing you
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Is mandarin really required to work in IBD in Hong Kong?
Yes, mandarin is essencial. But its also up to your sector and country coverage.
I sent you a DM as it was a bit off topic. Thank you for hosting the Q&A!
Replied. No worries, Monkey.
Sent you a DM!
Thank you!
So how's the deal flow actually like now? Heard that decent targets only take gov/SOE-related affiliated money now. Also BBs are cutting down like crazy.
Would you think the hiring is gonna get better any time soon? Asking coz I like the market a lot and ideally want to move over in a year or two
*Asking about HK here
TIV!
Not sure about the trading floor, for IBD- I would say not good but getting better. Pipelines are on cycle. However, for now, I didn't see any banks hiring for a front role in Hong Kong. For lateral junior (ana/asso) hiring, you should regularly check the official career sites. Saw you work in consulting. I suggest you do networking a lot with headhunters and industry professionals to get some inside info. That will be helpful.
Thanks for sharing. Meaning to ask both IB and PE.
Yeah def keeping in touch with friends in HK. Getting the same vibe. Doesn't look like IB hiring is getting back soon.
Can you elaborate a bit more on how USD/ foreign funds are doing atm? Interested in hc, pipeline, trendy sectors etc.
Most of PE funds put juniors in China or other countries. Like BX, Baincap, PAG, they do place junior in Hong Kong.
Recruiting in HK for PE roles- a few (not many) shops are hiring, but not actively. Sectorwise really up 2 the firms. Growth equity in China is almost deaaaaaaad lol
What are associate salaries in hk ibd like, for BB versus tier 2/3 banks? Does everyone automatically get housing allowance too?
What were hours like when you was at a BB versus the fund you’re in now?
Is everyone back to working from office now in hk, full 5 days a week?
thank you!
What are associate salaries in hk ibd like, for BB versus tier 2/3 banks? Does everyone automatically get housing allowance too?
What were hours like when you was at a BB versus the fund you're in now?
Is everyone back to working from office now in hk, full 5 days a week?
Very helpful thanks!
I assume you left banking 1 or 2 years ago now, or more recent? (Just curious as guess ANL salaries may be higher now with the industry pay rises). Is housing allowance include in your 79k figure or is on top?
How are you finding culture in hk versus london? Any major differences that stand out or took time getting used to? What are the things you like/dislike about working in hk now?
I am looking to move soon from London to hk so finding this thread super useful, thanks!
I gave the current average salary for analyst year one. And yes, housing allowance is included. I can’t talk more about the salary given that is confidential lol.
I am fine with living in HK. No conflict for me. But one thing about be careful about your little secret like dating stuff, ppl in here is so snoopy and your life interlocked with them so tight no matter what (Crying here…..)
Hi Just sent you a DM, thanks!
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You can dm me for further discuss
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Any way to work in m&a in ibd as a European or would you have to go to buyside? Or is Singapore a better option in general?
Sharing my 2 cents here. I worked in HK for SA in BB IBD but moved over to London now.
Thank you!
Wonder how many ppl are looking to jump ship (got cut) and where would they go. Thx
hi i am incoming freshman at cambridge, mind if i pm you
Sure
Mind I dm you on career path?
Thank you for doing this, would like to ask some questions as someone looking to start their career in London:
I heard it is difficult to make the move as many people are looking to do so, but ideally I’d like to spend some time in IB and PE in LDN before moving back, would appreciate any insights. Thanks!
Hi vodkainhongkong,
Super interested in your post, and I already PMed you. Looking forward to hearing back and further discussions. Thanks!
Sent you a pm.
Hi Just DMed you. Looking forward to hearing back, and thanks!
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