How Sweaty is Infra PE
Always heard that Infra PE can be very sweaty so wanted to check. Could it actually be worse than IB in the MFs?
What are the hours like from Monday to Friday / and on weekends?
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Infra PE is generally considered less "sweaty" than traditional IB or PE roles, especially at mega-funds (MFs). Based on the most helpful WSO content:
Hours: Infra PE tends to have better hours compared to traditional PE or IB. While some groups are moving closer to traditional PE hours due to increased competition and deal activity, the lifestyle is still generally more manageable. The culture in Infra PE is often described as less intense, with people being smart but not as "finance hardass."
Weekends: Weekend work is less frequent compared to IB or traditional PE. However, this can vary depending on the fund, deal flow, and specific team culture.
Overall Lifestyle: Infra PE professionals often highlight the better work-life balance as a key reason for staying in the space. The deals are competitive and exciting, but the culture is more collaborative and less cutthroat.
In summary, while Infra PE can still be demanding, it is typically not as grueling as IB at mega-funds, making it a more sustainable option for many professionals.
Sources: Infra PE recruiting / prep, Q&A - Infrastructure PE & IBD, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/ib-pu-vs-infra-project-finance-teams-for-infra-pe-recruiting?customgpt=1, How to have a long career in PE?, PE is the new IB - IB is the new Big4
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