I work at a small PE firm as an associate (~$700MM aum). Right now I am the only associate on a 8 person inv team and have been with the firm for a year. The firm is looking to hire 3 more associates. How much does this hurt my career advancement opportunities ?
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How is it screwed? Just get some deal experience and leave.
Leave for what? What are exit opportunities from being at a small PE firm
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