Deal Experience Expectations for On-Cycle?

What are the expectations of HHs / PE firms for on cycle candidates for Selected Transaction Experience on resume?

Wondering because I was only staffed on 1 sell side during SA stint, alongside a few capital raises.

Would this lack of volume be seen as problematic to the point where I should delay recruiting?

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