Any insight into its culture? I hear it's sweaty but haven't heard much on the specifics. Any additiona insight into the overall quality of its associate program would also be helpfu.
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, Brookfield's culture, particularly in its Real Estate division, seems to be challenging to pin down with specifics. However, there are some insights:
Sweatiness: While there isn't a direct confirmation of Brookfield being "sweaty," the general sentiment around private equity and real estate roles often includes long hours, especially during active deal periods. For example, in similar firms, hours can range under 60 but spike significantly during busy times.
Work-Life Balance (WLB): In the context of real estate roles, some users have noted that public REITs or mid-sized firms might offer better WLB compared to private equity-focused real estate groups. However, Brookfield's specific WLB isn't detailed in the dataset.
Associate Program Quality: There isn't explicit information on the quality of Brookfield's associate program. However, given Brookfield's reputation as a major player in real estate and infrastructure, it's likely that the program offers strong deal exposure and professional development opportunities, albeit with demanding expectations.
If you're considering Brookfield, it might be worth reaching out to current or former employees for firsthand insights into the culture and program specifics.
Sources: Tell me about the culture at REITs, Brookfield Real Estate London, Does "good culture" exist at the pre-MBA level in PE?, Banks with best cultures, PWP NY Groups
What I’ve heard is that the analyst and associate timelines are fixed, so they’ll keep you in the bullpen for the same number of years whether you start fresh out of college or hop in with years of experience.
Brookfield is our JV partner for an asset and we have these monthly calls and the Brookfield team always got baggy eyes for some reason. Idk if it is from exhaustion or crying from the anxiety for having to wear ties and suits to the office everyday.
The culture is dogshit, you're not going there for the culture lol
Entirely office dependent. NY office has a bad reputation for good reason. Other regional offices have been great in my experience. They don’t have too many investment seats outside of NY. More AM outside but still not a ton.
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Why is this the case "NY office has a bad rep for good reason"?
Just generally known to be super sweaty. They also churn their Analyst/Associates, few get promoted most lateral out and up
Brookfield is a tough place to work - but they do more interesting work than most of the REPE world. So, you'll get a ton of exposure with lot's of room for long-term growth. It's a grind, but most people who leave there would say it is well worth it.
Thanks Queef Lover. Very insightful
What makes it a more interesting place to work at compared to Blackstone/Starwood/BGO/etc.? Cooler deals? Hairier deals? More advanced tech to work with? More breadth of experience?
Meatgrinder that will pay you a bunch of money and won't give a fuck about you.
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