Can anyone give insight into how deep interview questions go in an interview for a platform deal for a senior associate? Outside of the standard walk us through the deal, highlights/risk, etc.
Trying to understand what they look for in a senior associate interview that would be a step above the typical associate interview.
Interested to hear any thoughts from people on either side of the process. Thanks!
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights into what you might expect in a senior associate interview for a platform deal:
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For more detailed preparation, you might find it helpful to review specific threads and resources on WSO related to senior associate interviews and deal flow.
Sources: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/real-estate/walk-me-through-a-deal-you-worked-on-interview-question?customgpt=1, "Walk me Through a Deal You Worked on" Interview Question, Q&A: GS/MS IB Analyst —> Megafund PE Associate —> HBS/GSB Business School, M&A Interview Questions - Beginner to Advanced Questions, Advice for Juniors
Highly dependent on the person interviewing you and their level. In my experience, MDs keep it high level and more around thesis/risks, growth plan, etc. When interviewing with VPs/Directors/Principals, I've been asked everything from specific P&L numbers to unit economics to diligence plan. They want to test that you actually did real work on the deal, understand it, and would be capable of leading it as a VP one day
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