MM PE Analyst Exit Opps -> Megafund?

Hi guys, I have an offer from a MM PE shop for an analyst position (think L Catterton/CCMP/Crestview level--about $10B in committed capital). To be frank, the compensation isn't as high as I had hoped, and from what I gather, if I get promoted to associate (which is a big if in itself), it wouldn't be a significant step up. I'm prepared to work my tail off and learn/network as much as possible in the role, but I just wanted to get a sense of what I might expect two years down the line. Would an associate gig at BX/Apollo/KKR/etc. be out of the picture? I did a LinkedIn screen for past analysts at the firm and did't see anyone that made the jump to a MF. I saw some land at reputable HFs, but atm I'm pretty set on staying in PE. Thanks for reading; any help would be greatly appreciated!

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