Megafund hours for VP or above

Hi,

Would anyone please share a bit on how the hours are like for VPs /above at megafund please? I know it depends on the fund/group, but a broad description would be really helpful! Does it get slightly better as one progresses through the levels post-VP as well?

Thanks!

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