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+2 Solid firm that raised an oversubscribed $3.5B fund in 2026, no easy feat for a software-focused shop. Have a friend there and generally people are nice even if the firm is sweaty. Associate 2 in PE - LBOs
+2 Hey - I’m a 2nd year in Ams and from what I’m seeing you need to network like a mf to get an internship. That’s what I did and I got FO in ER at Kempen. cha.chimp
+2 you sound like a muppet. Working at my BB it is rather ridiculous how many continental europeans there are, how cliquey they are and how much favouritism there is towards certain nationalities compared to uk nationals. Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+2 Thanks so much for the reply here, appreciate it much. It’s amazing that you pivoted from covering a relatively traditional sector to buying/selling private companies, must have been a big jump. highlow123
+2 And yet here you are, desperately refreshing every UBS thread. If seeing a single UBS post bothers you this much, log off. Nobody appointed you hall monitor for a bank that doesn’t even know you exist Analyst 1 in IB - Cov
+2 Lol this is incredible Georgington Washington
+2 ai psychosis Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+2 xxxxz96265541A second year who just quit, never had a single weekend since I joined  Developer in RE - Comm
+2 I actually think we do agree. All MFs are beta-like, including CD&R. If your objective is simply to maximize returns, taking a basket of small and mid cap specialist managers is the way to do that. pmoon212
+2 Well to be honest I have friends & family (mostly family) support for raising initial money and the industry I want to go into doesn’t take a lot of capital to get started (of course there is investment). Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+2 I always recommend to start with a summary or the core of the thesis. Whoever you send it to will have limited time. MMPM
+2 Bump Private Equity Investor at MF
+2 Hey I’m the poster here. Not sure if we are at the same firm (crazy if so). Appreciate the colour. Analyst 2 in IB-M&A
+2 "After 25 years in business, equity manager Scopia Capital is unwinding its hedge fund and a companion long-only vehicle. Analyst 1 in PE - LBOs
+2 Dude they’re paying 2/20 because prudent portfolio management for a large institution means diversifying across asset classes. You can debate what the optimal PE allocation is, but it’s not 0%. pmoon212
+2 Let's see Paul Allen's base 714_Lemmon_Legend
+2 There's only a few select MF PEs who can fundraise based off track record; CVC, EQT, Advent - CD&R is also there or there about. Analyst 2 in PE - Other
+2 Quick terminology first, since it clears up "lifted." When you provide a range, you're giving a bid (the price you'll buy at) and an offer/ask (the price you'll sell at). EchoTrade
+2 Quick correction on the premise first. EchoTrade
+2 These both come from options market making floor terminology, and definitions can shift slightly depending on the book, so if it's still unclear after this, worth naming the author/book and I can try to match the EchoTrade
+2 Thought process EchoTrade
+2 Liquidity management is about making sure an institution has enough cash or easily convertible assets on hand to meet its short-term obligations, without having to sell something at a bad price or scramble for fu EchoTrade
+2 Really depends, some HR (or BD) guys have a sell side equity sales/equity research background and will spend a lot of time grilling you on your pitch, while others will stick to more typical interview questions. HKmonki
+2 I can apply to Columbia GS for this upcoming spring/winter semester, but the EA deadline is September 1st. PelleLarssonEnjoyer99
+2 Congrats on UBS! Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+2 Unfortunate reality of deal work is that no one is entitled to a pay check. Brokers know this, and now I’m seeing more buyside guys realize they should not take those direct deposits for granted. Director in RE - Comm
+2 Depends on the context.  When evaluating construction costs or leveling bids, buildable sf makes more sense. Ozymandia
+2 Again you’re assuming the only thing a CIO is paid to do is maximize alpha. They aren’t. They’re paid to manage institutional risk. pmoon212
+2 If your goal is traditional finance (IB, markets, corporate finance, asset management), I'd say the degree is definitely viable, but what you do alongside it matters just as much. Amelia F
+2 I think it was around low 200s all-in for around 4-6 years of exp, I asked for higher and this was for non-NYC MSA.  Manager in RE - Comm
+2 I think it’s obvious at this point that the Nate Sleeper Era at CD&R is just a very different philosophy than the PE pioneer that used to boast about how it had “zero zeroes” for approximately 35 years or whenever Davi Works at Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R)
+1 If you are in ER for just the money, then you are in the wrong job. ER is fun, challenging and rewarding intellectually.  You get to become an expert in your industry. ER 15
+1 Why people leave / exits: I have not noticed one specific issue consistently driving people out. I'd say most are going into banking, pe, or another advisory based platform. Analyst 1 in IB - Restr
+1 Extremely insightful. Research Analyst in ER
+1 Have heard the firm was started as an attempt to lure unsuspecting young men into the office to be assaulted by the closeted founders (hence why they made their name; which is a double-entendre). fucktwitter
+1 As I said, no offense but you are likely a terrible prompter. Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 This scenario does come up occasionally. In my experience, the Partners will adjust their analysis and diligence expectations accordingly.  VP in PE - LBOs
+1 +1 it's amazing to see what highly motivated students can do for a T3 school rainbowdroptop
+1 bro doesn't work on a specified investment and therefore does not need to be regulated as per FSMA 2000 😂😂😂 anonf0fty
+1 Great show? Are you a big NCIS fan too? IsItREPE
+1 It was alot more common pre-2020 but some flow/sr lending shops should be fine if you can perform in the interviews. VP in PE - Other
+1 Do you have the more advanced Claude models available? kuf135
+1 Really comes down to how active your market is with ULI activities. My market always had tons of happy hours and other great ways to meet people in the business.  MonopolyMoney
+1 This is the problem when all you people wanna go do a “startup” you join a company as a worker and not really chasing entrepreneurship. You chase a title. You were probably better off doing ib in the beginning. hankpim
+1 Depends a bit on the overall touch points with the LevFin space of juniors and could be a topic for a more technical interview but would not expect it in most cases. LevFin Lab Newsletter
+1 You got  like a week or 2 I’m guessing and you’ll find out. Stop worrying.  Intern in ER
+1 Are you asking about real estate debt or private credit? Two different things. Investment Analyst in RE - Comm
+1 How big is the fund? How many funds? Whats the founders background? Gold-ManSacks
+1 Every time I come across handwritten notes, two sides of my brain go to war with eachother.  Dr. Rahma Dikhinmahas
+1 PM comes first. You are literally choosing a hedge fund within a hedge fund. Analyst 3+ in HF - EquityHedge
+1 If you can’t do well on TTS then you’ll probably get fired anyways Amazon Prime
+1 You can keep specifics vague and speak at a high level on the business/transaction. Intern in IB-M&A
+1 Associate 1 in PE - LBOsWhats the differentiation? Senior VP in PE - Other
+1 5’8 but I’ve been told it’s the new 6’2 Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 Is this satire? Every single large manager now has multiple strategies. Principal in PE - LBOs
+1 Bump Financial Analyst 2.5
+1 5'7 Analyst 1 in IB - CB
+1  all current and former analysts are jaded / disgruntled  Associate 1 in IB - Cov
+1 1. This isn't how most people would expect to see it; I would keep them in past tense (OP is not currently screening 300+ companies, OP screened 300+ companies). starsinthesky
+1 plot twist its a girl Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 Is it less deployed in general or just for your specific firm? If the former, I might be more concerned for LT career if your current fund wants to cut coverage and there aren't many other roles. Investment Analyst in HF - Other
+1 6'5" (also intelligent, handsome, jacked, medium-sized hog but well-girthed, and have an amazing hairline) Intern in Consulting
+1 worst mistake was thinking the silver lining of MM was that it was going to be more chill, lol Analyst 2 in IB - Cov
+1 FLDP, assuming recognizable and respectable company with decent track record of program alumni having good trajectories. Skip the consulting rat race entirely, particularly something non-MBB. Director in CorpStrat
+1 Also had 88 ATAR. It generally won’t matter if you have a strong WAM & ECs. Did BB internship & converted to FT then PE with no issues. Just don’t put it on your CV.  Mr_305
+1 Bouse 🦑 Based-Monké
+1 If Carlsberg did shit advice VP in RE - Comm
+1 GTCR are genuinely great investors and prob one of the only large cap PE firms with actual upward mobility and fund growth. BDT I know less abt but heard can be sharp elbowed. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 You’d be surprised at how similar the work will be. Analyst 1 in IB - Gen
+1 State Bank of India GS under Blankfein
+1 Only if they don’t share their Adderall script Amazon Prime
+1 Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some key takeaways and advice for engaging in an equity research Q&A forum with a seasoned analyst: WSO Monkey Bot
+1 Agreed with starsinthesky’s comments, as well as everything else anon said Analyst 3+ in Risk Mnmgt
+1 Why would you do 2 years of PE if you’re happy yo end up at an MM…? We hire a lot from ER and IB, I’d suggest IB first in case you want to do something else  Analyst 3+ in HF - EquityHedge
+1 Do you have a prompt you've been using for the cases you could share?  Thanks in advance :) GeneralM
+1 I'm 21 fresh out of undergrad. I feel I'd prefer the more challenging environment associated with IB/PE/PC (correct me if I'm wrong).  ap1705
+1 GTCR super sweaty but great returns. BDT culture is ass. MDP zombi fund. Do what you will with that. Investment Analyst in IB - Gen
+1 Sounds like MS levfin Intern in IB - Cov
+1 They changed it to be about law because faking a law degree to become a lawyer is actually illegal which made the stakes higher. theone777
+1 Wouldn't be surprised if total cash comp falls between $150-$200k. VP in PE - LBOs
+1 People wise it’s all ex GS Italians so unless you fit that mould I wouldn’t bother TheGrillMan
+1 i feel like believing in that version of finance is like believing the stripper is into you... superinv123
+1 Has anyone heard back on anything? investmentbanker_334
+1 Diversity programs are generally meant to supplement the normal recruiting process rather than replace it. Amelia F
+1 And to add to this, IB recruiting by the percentages is easier to land than other hot tickets especially in this shaky job market - buyside, strategy consulting at T2 / MBB firms. Business School in CorpStrat
+1 yeah definitely, but from what I understand $300k strategic finance jobs are few and far between, with more common comp for these roles significantly lower than that. Associate 3 in PE - LBOs
+1 Echoing the note above - make sure you specifically understand if they are in IB or IS. I’m on the investment sales side and have had intro chats with students who didn’t even know we had that part of the house.  VP in RE - Comm
+1 If your concern is "we need to be able to spend enough on AI as a part of our process to keep generating alpha", I wouldn't imagine that's a meaningful hurdle at any scaled fund. PM in HF - Macro
+1 time to pivot careers and become interior decorators Developer in RE - Comm
+1 Hi I'm also an incoming ib analyst at west coast in one of the bulges, trying to break into biotech buyside/HF here. hz687
+1 It's easy. eg. GS TMT (both SF and NY) and industrials. They all have a couple of people who lateraled from the Houston Energy group Associate 1 in PE - Other
+1 What're your return requirements? Have some special situation stuff in some niche re spaces if you are open to connecting. There are good deals out there but have to get creative and have a broad reach.  terra879
+1 Office is dead  Traders game Can’t make real money in it long term outside of the fees Rick Kane
+1 Thought your title was a virus or STD or something. Associate 1 in RE - Comm
+1 They wanted me to work in-office on the east coast. Manager in CorpFin
+1 I had 3...but also had a 4.0Now FT at a BB. You're good.  Analyst 3+ in IB-M&A
+1 Have a buddy who joined them recently. Says they don't really take the most qualified candidates and it's more connection-heavy. Interpret that how you'd like. Talking about interns.  Analyst 3+ in IB-M&A
+1 Align the word interests better loudest_safe
+1 Title skills and course work “additional information” loudest_safe
+1 FINRA has a content outline posted. PeRmAnEnTiNtErN