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Very rough / "hard elbow" culture, similar to that of APO. Pay is great, and have heard first year associates getting all-in ~$350K. However, you will work for every penny. Not uncommon for associates to work til 2-3am many nights on end. 

 
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Anyone know if they re taking FT 2022 Analysts as well or just running SA process

 

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