Citi FX Options Trading vs PIMCO Portfolio Associate

Has anybody experience with one of the two roles? I understand Portfolio Associate at PIMCO is a trade support role. Question is regarding full time after finance master degree in Italy, job based in London (not MBA). What are your opinions regarding:
- Internal career progression, early responsibility, learning curve
- Exit opportunities (e.g. macro HF, buy side trader, PM)
- Competitiveness of roles
- Work atmosphere
- Hours
- $
I would appreciate any insights.

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