Hey fellow monkeys,
Would appreciate any insights on Platinum Equity, esp. the London officy. Anything on:
- Quality of the team
- Career progression
- Comp
- Strategy / returns / ability to deploy capital
- Work life balance / Culture
Thx!
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Platinum Equity's reputation, particularly in terms of culture and work-life balance, has been a topic of discussion. Based on previous WSO threads:
Quality of the Team: Platinum Equity has been noted for having a challenging environment, with some senior-level personalities described as difficult. This has contributed to a reputation for high turnover at the firm.
Career Progression: While specific details on career progression in the London office are not explicitly mentioned, the firm is known for providing exposure to interesting and diverse deal experiences, which can be valuable for career development.
Compensation: No specific details about Platinum Equity's London compensation are provided in the context, but the firm is generally known to offer competitive pay, aligning with its reputation as a prominent player in the PE space.
Strategy / Returns / Ability to Deploy Capital: Platinum Equity is recognized for its operationally intensive approach to investments, often focusing on turnaround and carve-out opportunities. This strategy has been successful in generating strong returns, making it a respected name in the industry.
Work-Life Balance / Culture: The culture at Platinum Equity has been described as intense, with a reputation for being demanding. Work-life balance may be challenging, and the environment might not suit everyone, particularly those seeking a more collaborative or supportive culture.
If you're considering Platinum Equity's London office, it would be wise to weigh the potential for strong deal experience and career growth against the firm's cultural and work-life balance challenges.
Sources: Quick plug for LMM PE re: Work / Life Balance, LA PE Firms Rep / Culture - LGP, Ares, Platinum Equity, Marlin Equity, Top-tier London PE firms with best culture?, Apollo London - What's it like?, Thoughts on Global Platinum Securities?
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Bunch of different teams in London all with extremely different cultures, you’ll have to be more specific
It's for the Small Cap fund!
bump!
Are they hiring?
What’s the latest on Platinum, esp. London office PE team? (Culture, performance, etc.)
Bump - looking for insights on the large cap investment team in London
I have worked with them once as an advisor and they have been the most horrible client ever. Absolutely horrendous and off the charts unsymphathetic. Not tough in a sense they demand a lot but in generally it makes sense what they asking for. More in a sense of wanting to have everything all the time all at once and never being satisfied with anything, thereby missing the much broader picture of the transaction, leading to an extreme time crunch at the end.
The juniors there looked absolutely soulless and were also in constant fear. I would never, ever work at that place.
Thanks, appreciate the input - what office / team was this?
Not sure how they split teams but it was industrials.
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