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CPM Roles
I'm looking for anyone who can provide more insight or details into what this role looks like in terms of career/comp trajectory/exit opps? Do HFs carry these types of roles? I've received an offer at a value shop AM for a senior associate CPM role, and I've gathered that it's a "hybrid" position,...
Goldman CWM superday
Just got superday. Does anyone have any information regarding how Goldman CWM superdays work? what to expect?
Need some thoughtful advice
Hey everyone, first time poster. I did horrible in the first two years of my undergrad. Mostly due to having to work full time and being out of my parents house by the age 18. Luckily by the time I was 23 I decided to go back and finish my Bachelors. I am now graduating with a 3.8 Major GPA (3.2...
Selected Transaction Experience to apply for HF/LO AM
Hi, For those who were in investment banking and applied for HF/LO AM(analyst), do you include debt and equity deals in your CV? or do you just put M&A? I'm an analyst in BB if it matters. Thank you for reading.
Investing in fixed income for US retirement fund that will expire in 2045
I am putting together a theoretical portfolio which will be liquidated by 2045 as a retirement fund-- any thoughts on how I should use fixed income and real estate in this portfolio? Curious to see different points of view given the rising rates/inflationary environment that it seems is inevitable.
No work experience in finance, MSc student, do I have any chance of getting into AM?
Hi guys, I'm a MSc student at Warwick (Business subject) but as you read from the title I have no prior experience in AM. I was able to highlight some skills in my CV/Cover letter linked to those necessary for AM internships, but still idk if it's actually worth the time trying to apply for summer...
Help With Last Minute Technical Prep!
I have an interview in two days for an OCIO analyst position (2022 grad) but I have a VERY limited finance background. My target is/was ESG consulting, and I have another interview for that this week that I am prepped for. The firm manages investments for non-profits and incorporates ESG strategy,...
Which technical skills should I have to apply for AM internships?
I'm a MSc Business student, so I have some courses on valuation but I don't think that's enough. I read valuation books about foundamental analysis like Warren Buffett's ones but I feel like I don't know how to actually crunch numbers and reach a target price for a company, so calculating a DCF and...
BB AM vs. BLK/PIMCO for SA
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AM/HF Equity Research Intern Interview
What's up monkeys, I've got an interview coming up for a pretty well respected AM that offers some PWM and HF services as well. It's my first interview for a proper capital markets role, but I've done some interviews for other finance/business internships and I feel decently confident about my...
Asset Management vs. Acquisitions CRE
For my peeps who were/are involved in asset management and/or acquisitions, what would you say the differences are in terms of work-life balance, pay, and promote structure. I'm familiar with the differences in the day-to-day aspect of each but am curious to know more outside of the job itself. If...
Goldman Sachs Real Estate explanation
I'm looking into Goldman's real estate groups and was wondering if anyone can explain what their different groups do. What is the difference between GSAM and GS merchant banking? What are the types of work/investing, comp, and potential exits in both? What does the real estate financing group do? Do...
Recruiting Timeline for Credit Investment Associates
Does anyone know what the recruiting timeline looks like for credit shops? Interested in direct lending but more so liquid credit (for shops that invest in the primary market). Have had a few HH reach out randomly for specific roles but is there some sort of typical "on-cycle" timeline? I have also...
Is JHU well regarded out of undergrad for AM?
Hello AM monkeys! I am trying to settle this debate with my younger brother (senior in high school), he is set on going into JHU (econ major) and wants to get into AM out of undergrad (which is hard, I know), and transition towards an HF or PE in the later stages. He also thinks of going into an M7...
Just got invited to do a video interview with JP Morgan for their asset management summer analyst program.
I wanted to know if I'll have a chance to rerecord the videos? Also, any other info about the interview?
Passive/FoF strategies to direct securities research?
Just finished a summer internship at a mid-sized asset allocator and in the process for applying to internships for next summer. While I'm mostly set on equity research of some kind, I've also considered applying to alternative AMs (GCM Grosvenor in particular) and mostly passive investors...
BlackRock FT Investment - top groups
Hi, Just starting my BlackRock FT application (London) and was wondering what groups are seen as top tier at the firm (between Alternatives, ETF & Index Investing, and Portfolio Management). Is it much more difficult to get into some of them than the others? Thanks.
Application and interview tips for quant positions
Hi! I'm currently a financial engineering graduate student with a concentration in financial risk engineering. I started applying for full-time jobs already as many students have a job offer in hand when they graduate. I'm a little confused as to how to approach the right job position. I see many of...
PWM out of college?
What kind of roles can someone get in PWM as a fresh grad? I'm really interested in AM but I am not interested in financial advising and being a CFP.
Asset Management vs Tech Sales prospects
Hey everyone, Class of 2022 soon to be cal graduate here trying to figure out what my next move is. The goal is to make money with a good lifestyle now but also have serious earning potential later in life. I will probably move to San Francisco and I have narrowed down on 2 possible career options,...
Tech Sales vs Asset Management prospects
Hey everyone, Class of 2022 soon to be cal graduate here trying to figure out what my next move is. The goal is to make money with a good lifestyle now but also have serious earning potential later in life. I will probably move to San Francisco and I have narrowed down on 2 possible career options,...
What doesn't work in buy-side job search (and how to fix it)
It’s no myth that investment management (the “buy-side”) job openings are scarce and competitions are fierce. Based on interactions I had with aspiring candidates, I felt the need to lay out what doesn’t work. Before I start, I will note two exceptions (that I can think of) to the rule: 1)...
Getting a job after moving countries? Need advice. In a really bad place rn
Ok, so I'll make this as short as I can. I'm not gonna give much more detail than what I state here: Due to personal reasons (nothing criminal or legal lol so don't assume), I will be leaving Canada and moving to the UK after my job contract ends in a few months here. I need advice on how I can grow...
GS Asset Management, CIMD, PWM, and others SA 2022
Saw a few people asking about non-IB division recruiting for GS 2022, feel free to share in this thread.
Exit opportunities secondary mortgage market
Hello guys I’m a current Secondary Mortgage Market Analyst (2 years). I graduated from a non-target school and I am currently working on my CFA level 1. What are some exit opportunities for me outside of the mortgage industry? The job is fine but it doesn’t challenge me and I do not feel like...
What areas of finance recruit the most for full-time (FT Recruiting)?
I know Investment Banking has very very few full-time spots usually and almost entirely draws from summer interns, but what about Asset Management, Alternative Investment, or other places with relatively similar skill set to IB? Do they take a healthy amount of employees full-time?
Stay in S&T, Pursue IB, or Accept an Asset Management Position?
The problem is, I am having trouble breaking into banking. The BB bank I am at now will not let me switch roles at this time, I'd likely have to wait a few years, and even then it wouldn't be guaranteed. While a few years isn't that long in the grand scheme of things, why waste time doing something...
Why do some hedge funds have so many employees?
Hi everyone! I recently googled how many employees Point72 has and was a bit startled: they have $22b AUM and 1,500 employees (of course, not all of them are HF analysts). However, I remembered that Wellington Management, a traditional investment management firm with $1 trillion, has 2,200...
Chinese Third Tier Bank AM
Hey guys, I was doing S&T in a BB before, and keep looking opportunity to switch to buyside but it's really hard under current markets environment. Buyside always wanna somebody already have buyside experience(research, or portfolio management exp for example), but if I didn't start, how can I have...
Pagaya Investments - anyone know anything?
Hi monkeys - anyone know about companies like Pagaya, Square, Venmo, BlockFi, etc. Have a corp. strategy role lined up (associate level) with the opportunity to be promoted to PM style role within 1-3yrs. Do these types of shops have a good reputation or good exit opportunities if I decide it isn't...
Fixed Income Research Associate Role
I have an offer from a top asset manager (Blackrock/Fidelity/Wellington) for a fixed income research associate role. I initially wanted to go into equity research although prioritized ending up on the buyside over staying in equities. I do find fixed income just as if not more interesting than...
Realistic Comp?
A head-hunter recently reached out to me about an Investment Analyst role within the Income Research team (infrastructure coverage) in one of the larger AM funds. He tells me that the base is "up to £100k" and the bonus is "minimum of 100%, with potential up to 250%)". This role is based in the UK,...
Structuring vs Operations to become a Portfolio Manager
Hi guys! I am a graduate with the CFA level 1 and one year experience as an assistant portfolio manager and my long term goal is to become a portfolio manager. Ideally, I would like to find another position as an assistant portfolio manager or as a portfolio analyst, but there are not much offers...
Blackstone RE - Case Study
Hi all, I am in process of interviewing with BX's real estate asset management group and have to complete a case study as the next step in the process. Does anyone have insight on what to expect in terms of topics that it will cover?
Empower retirement
This company is ran similar to TIAA, a large insurance company with many departments, spanning to many places including asset management.
Information on Aegon Asset Management
Any information out there on Aegon Asset Management specifically their FI business and the HY / Structured Products team. Any insight is appreciated.
Choosing Between Boutique AM vs Corporate Advisory Offers
Hi WSO, I've got two offers here in Melbourne between a small boutique long-only AM (approx. A$200m AUM, approx. 5-10 guys - not entirely sure, very limited info) that's been around a while (10+ yrs) and a boutique Corporate Advisory firm (approx. 5-10 guys, does mostly Corp Advisory + ECM) that's...
Wellington Management vs. PIMCO?
I understand PIMCO is only FI, but if you could decide between either one, which one would you choose?
Asset Management Technical Prep
Are there any good definitive guides to help prep for the technical portion of asset management interviews?
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Will asset management industry just wither away?
Just wondering what you think holds for the industry, with so much money moving to indexes and ETFs? Should anyone 22 even consider starting in this industry?
Asset Management vs Corporate Banking
Hi all, I'm struggling to pick between Asset management or Corporate Banking for a career. As far as I can tell, both work very similar hours. I was wondering which has better salary (people tell me that the asset management salaries get alot higher further up the ladder apparently) and also which...
Rank these divisions by how competitive they are for summer internships.
Hi everyone! I'm applying to summer internships next year and thought it might be useful for me and others to find out which divisions are the most difficult to get into. What do you think? The divisions (randomised) are... - Risk Management - Asset Management - Compliance - Private Banking/Wealth...
Asset Management Exit Opportunities: Updated
Hey y'all, I am interested in learning more about the exit opportunities for AM. I was wondering are they typically HF or PE or neither? I know there is an existing list however, it is old as hell. Also, say you are at BB for your AM position. Thanks!
GS Friday Superday -- Turnaround time?
Had a superday with a PE team at GS on Friday (summer internship). Recruiter sent out an email right after it ended, saying an update would be given within 1-2 weeks. From reading other responses on WSO, seems like offers to top candidates are either made day of or day after. Since it was a Friday,...
Goldman Sachs Urban Investing Group
Curious to know if anyone has experience recruiting for this group at GS? Seems like they're more involved with social impact, so I am wondering whether the interview process will differ from the other groups encompassed within the Asset Management Division.
Machine learning electives for AM - Incoming MSF seeking advice
Hello monkeys, I will soon be starting the Masters in Financial Analysis program at London Business School and I am looking for some advice to break into BB ssset management. I recently spoke to an MD at JPM Asset Management and he told me that "coding is the new English", he also mentioned that I...
Which degree to choose?
Hi! I am in my 2nd year of a 4-year Chemistry degree at Imperial College London, currently have secured a spring week with an investment management firm. I will need a 4th year to be able to apply to summer internships in my 3rd (penultimate) year. I have the option of choosing to do my 4th year as...
Big 4 Audit Chartered Accountant to IBD/Asset Management/Equity Research/ What else?
Hi Guys, I'm relatively new here and have been reading mixed opinions on this topic. Would really appreciate some advice. Until recently, I have wanted to go into S&T. However I have become worried about the lack of skills I would gain, and now I am looking for other options. My passion being in...
Owner/Operator Asset Management Software Recommendation
Hi Everyone, I am working on the multifamily asset management side. We currently own 14 assets totaling ~5,000 units. On property level, there are many operational and administrative things to track day-to-day: Rent Growth, Occupancy, Delinquency, Insurance expiration and RE tax increases which we...
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