Technical Experience vs Industry Experience

I’ve spent nearly two years at a large-cap fund that invests across the capital structure (joined out of undergrad). While the modeling reps have been great, our group focuses on structured equity and is generalist. As a result, I haven’t gotten as much deep industry or commercial diligence exposure (we take a much lighter approach to diligence).

I'd rather think more strategically, and my hypothesis is that pure structuring / modeling skills will be commoditized by AI anyway.

Has anyone in a similar seat navigated this? Any tips in a move to traditional buyout?


 

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