Anyone ever tried (successfully or otherwise) to network with the buyside even opposing party advisers via working group lists?
Just that I'm on a deal with a decent number of reputable HFs/PE funds who are the equity holders, unsecured lenders, etc. and wanted to see how I would go about networking with them.
Any stories/ideas/etc.
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If I were going to make a run at it, I would probably shoot and email to the junior guy on each of the teams and just get a feel for the environment, opportunities, etc at the firm. I would not want to start at the top of the chain and start sending emails. It's definitely a bit of a risky move, assuming you haven't mentioned your intentions (if your intentions are to make a move) to your superiors. I'm sure it's possible, but I'd tread softly and not bring anything up regarding your intention to make a move too quickly. Play it off as just putting some thought into other opportunities for the near term and see if you get some supportive feedback or not. Another assumption: I'm assuming you are on these deals, and didn't just stumble upon these working group lists from other group deals, or other team member deals within your group.
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I've definitely gotten e-mails from analysts and associates from banks who wanted to 'catch up'. It was a bit odd with the phrasing (catch up on what, exactly? We never spoke) but still, it doesn't hurt. I'm usually pretty willing to speak to analysts/associates. Generally, we were once analysts so we know what it's like (i.e. we know what you're after). Just don't go straight out asking for a job. Nothing peeves me more when I get some request of "let me know if you hear of opps at your firm" from someone I barely know. However, I've definitely seen some of my co-workers pass along the resumes of analysts/associates that were part of their sell-side process.
Assuming you actually worked with some of the people on the WGL and were able to build a rapport then I dont see an issue with reaching out. However, I wouldnt comb through the WGL and contact random contacts.
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