Top BB offer vs Top PE secondaries?

Hi everyone! I wanted to get your advice and opinions on two offers I have for the summer. One is at a top BB (think GS/MS/JPM) and the other is at a top secondaries PE group (think BX/KKR/Carlyle).

One of my main concerns with the PE group is exit opportunities. However, this offer also has higher comp, better brand name, better culture, and better work life balance. I know I'll be worked to death at the BB, and I'm not in their best group (but still pretty good group). However, IB seems to be safer because of exit opportunities. Would really appreciate any advice or thoughts on this!

 

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