LMM PE Analyst

Based on previous WSO threads, here's what you need to know:

Scope of Work:

• Analyst Responsibilities: As an analyst, you can expect to be heavily involved in financial modeling, due diligence, market research, and supporting senior team members in deal execution. The work often includes creating buyer strips, running auction processes, and other detailed financial analyses.
• Work Hours: Typically, analysts work long hours, often from 8 AM to 6 PM, with additional work taken home once or twice a week. The intensity can vary depending on the firm's deal flow and specific projects.

Compensation Expectation:

• Base Salary and Bonus: For a PE analyst at a ~$1B shop in a tier 3 city, compensation can vary. However, based on data from similar roles:
  • First-Year Analyst: Around $121k total compensation.
  • Second-Year Analyst: Approximately $133k total compensation.
  • Third-Year Analyst: About $157k total compensation.
• Additional Insights: Compensation can also include carry on each deal plus co-invest opportunities, which can significantly enhance overall earnings.

These figures are reflective of the market as of the latest available data and can vary based on the specific firm and city.

Sources: PE analyst salaries?, MM IBD (Analyst) > MM PE (Associate) > MM PE (Senior Associate) - Here to answer any and all questions!, "Analyst" vs "Associate" in PE (2018), Ask Me Anything: S&T to Consulting to PE Ops, Ask CompBanker