Exits/lateral from private credit

Currently completing an off-cycle in the London-based deal team of a well known private credit fund.

I’m interested in hearing from people who have made the move from private credit to more equity focussed buy-side roles (particularly PE and special sits., but also interested in HF space). Especially interested in: - why they made the move (and if realities met expectations) - what pathways I could consider (as a STEM masters graduate who has no other IB / direct buy-side experience)

I’m also not opposed to staying in PC, just likely not with this team - so what things should I consider when differentiating different PC funds