When should I recruit for PE?

I’m starting my IB job soon. I know now that I want to gain investing experience. How long should I do IB before recruiting for PE? Can I recruit for PE before hitting my IB desk? 

When should an incoming IB analyst recruit for PE?

Now
29% (2 votes)
After one full year on the desk
57% (4 votes)
2 years on the desk
14% (1 vote)
Total votes: 7
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