I never did banking. Instead went from corpfin to PE at a non-name LMM fund for 4 years and have realized that I'm just not a competitive candidate when trying to lateral/look at HFs. Is it even feasible to try and shoot for BB/EB banking as an experienced analyst or associate to get that credential and then look to move back to the buyside? I feel stuck and don't know what to do.
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How big is your fund? You could try to lateral to a MM fund which should get you more looks. (Ignore title)
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