GS/MS/JPM Investment Banking SA to MM PE Buyout Analyst (~$2Bn Fund)
Been a lurker on WSO for a while now so thought I'd give back to the community and answer any questions about starting in PE as an analyst, hours, nature of work etc
What's the recruiting process for such funds? Did you just run across a fund that happened to hire undergrads or did you specifically network and target those type of funds? Will be an SA at an EB next summer and also interested in PE out of undergrad, would love to PM you with more questions if possible.
Great question. I would say it was a mix of keeping an eye out for opportunities over the summer and being fortunate to know a few people at the firm already. In general, the number of PE shops that are opening their doors to analysts without requiring the 2 years of banking experience is on the rise.
Personally, I specifically looked at MM Funds with an analyst program that was heavier on diligence and execution as opposed to being built around sourcing.
And yes, happy to chat. Feel free to shoot me a note.
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What's the recruiting process for such funds? Did you just run across a fund that happened to hire undergrads or did you specifically network and target those type of funds? Will be an SA at an EB next summer and also interested in PE out of undergrad, would love to PM you with more questions if possible.
Great question. I would say it was a mix of keeping an eye out for opportunities over the summer and being fortunate to know a few people at the firm already. In general, the number of PE shops that are opening their doors to analysts without requiring the 2 years of banking experience is on the rise.
Personally, I specifically looked at MM Funds with an analyst program that was heavier on diligence and execution as opposed to being built around sourcing.
And yes, happy to chat. Feel free to shoot me a note.