Quitting off-cycle early implications
Hi monkeys,
I’m currently an OC analyst at a MF and have been getting completely fucked by this moron associate (ex-big4) who continually sucks up to my MD.
Without getting into a rant, he literally checks up on me when my Teams status switches to “away” every fucking time. I can’t even go out for a coffee chat without getting my phone blown up with questions of why I’m off my desk and what pieces of work am I currently working on.
Anyway, he spun a bunch of bull shit about my apparent lack of motivation and performance (literally everyone else in my team has an excellent opinion of me, and it shows in the level of trust and volume of tasks). Earlier today, my MD brought me into a room and proceeded to ream me out.
I’ve got an offer to join a smaller fund given I have a great relationship with the VP there, however it would mean cutting the internship off early and I’m sure HR / the team would not appreciate that.
Long story short: after having a shit review, should I jump ship early and if I do, what should I be aware of?
Really appreciate any advice
Hey there,
Sounds like you're in a bit of a pickle, but don't worry, we've all been there. It's tough when you're dealing with someone who doesn't see your value, especially when it's affecting your work environment.
If you're asking me, I'd say consider the offer from the smaller fund. If you have a great relationship with the VP there, it could be a more positive environment for you. Plus, smaller funds often mean more hands-on experience and closer relationships with the team.
However, before you make any decisions, here are a few things to consider:
Reputation: Leaving a job early can sometimes raise eyebrows, especially in a tight-knit industry like finance. Make sure you're leaving on good terms and try to avoid burning any bridges.
Future Opportunities: Think about where you want to be in the future. Will this smaller fund help you get there? Or will sticking it out at your current job open more doors down the line?
Happiness: At the end of the day, you want to be somewhere you're happy. If you're miserable at your current job and you think the smaller fund will be a better fit, it might be worth making the jump.
Remember, it's always better to run towards a job, rather than away from one. Make sure you're making this move because you're excited about the new opportunity, not just because you're unhappy with your current situation.
And hey, if you decide to leave, don't worry about what HR or the team will think. You have to do what's best for you. Just be professional, give proper notice, and thank them for the opportunity.
Good luck! You've got this.
Sources: Watching others leave early is demoralizing - what do I do?, Quitting time - views on how to leave your job, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/private-equity/leave-pe-early-or-stick-it-out-2-years?customgpt=1, Motivation After a Bad Review
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What does OC mean here? Off cycle?
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Since you used the term offcycle i assume this is an internship? If so, I would suck it up for the rest of your internship and stay put.
Not worth having this type of blemish on your resume in an internship.
What can I do immediately to try to fix the situation?
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