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Know a couple of ex-DWS.

Both left within 12-18 months. They told me that working atmosphere is terrible and very sweaty (banking 2.0 they used to call it) as bidding on absolutely everything. Partners tend to tank each other's transactions at IC.

Comp is not great until you hit Director and get carry.

On the good side, senior individuals (Directors and Partners) are very sharp but extremely demanding.

 

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