Preparing for a Business Devlopment Interview

Making the move from the sell side and was hoping to get any information on what to expect in a process like this. This would be my first time running for a BD role so I’d greatly appreciate any insight into:

What to prep Type of questions asked Etc.

Trying to get out of my current horrendous situation so thanks for the help lol

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