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Anonymous - Any reflections from bonus season? My stats:

  • UMM / MF firm ($15bn) - US
  • $430k all-in base & bonus
  • No carry / coinvest
  • 1st year associate, no promotion
  • 1 deal closed but unclear if that factored into any money
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