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Weekend Wars: The Associates
Much maligned and oft misunderstood. The Investment Banking Associates. To many analysts they are the deadbeat hippie embroidery/glass blowing double majors who decided to get their acts sort-of-straight and become investment banking lifers with no better Buyside tomorrow ahead of them. To the...
Fp&a Associate for a PE port. co to a PE fund Associate
I want to know of what ways you guys think one could leverage an FP&A Associate role for a PE portfolio company into a role at a PE fund. Have you known someone to take this route? Any info on this would be appreciated as I have just been extended such a position.
Early Bonus Season
Christmas might come early to Wall Street this year . WIth higher taxes in 2011 and beyond a distinct possibility, Wall Street banks are looking to do right by employees and pay out their bonuses before the anticipated IRS onslaught. So what is the general future of banker bonuses? It's easy to say...
Associate position at a small REPE firm focusing on agriculture
Agriculture focused PE fund exit opps after a two year Pre-MBA stint at such a fund? Thanks
Associate learning curve
I'm a new associate at a top BB ( GS /MS/ CS / JPM ) and recently underwent the finance training. I was quite surprised by how detailed and challenging even the training coursework seemed - like seriously, most of what we learned in our Corporate Buyouts & Acquisitions and Valuation courses in...
Lifestyle of entry-level consultant (associates)
Hello all, I've recently began considering consulting as a possible career path and had some questions regarding the lifestyle of associates.
VC Associate Programs
Which VC firms have traditional associate programs? TCV, Redpoint, etc?
Should I wait to hear the headhunter's feedback?
Hi Everyone, I am working as an in house M&A analyst now and I have built some connections at a Canadian Bank in Toronto. I know one 3rd year analyst really well and had indirect contact with a MD (My mentor passed my info on to the MD then to the hiring associate but there weren’t any openings in...
Well, time to go for it - Big 4 (non-Valuation) to IB Associate
Inspired by what I've been reading, I'm going to go for it. I'd prefer a BB , but MM or boutique will do. I'm going to use this thread to update my progress (mainly for myself, but maybe it will help others too.) I will keep the updates short and infrequent (only when I have real info to report)....
Career Advice: Project Finance -> Infrastructure FoF
So I am finishing my two years at a major European bank on the Project Finance side. Think SocGec and the likes. Have a decent track record of transactions with mostly commodity background and some infrastructure acquisition deals. They offered me to stay on board as an associate. On the other side,...
First Year Associate/BA at MBB - Preparation for the job
Hello Everyone How can one prepare for the 'on the job' responsibilities for a first year associate/BA at MBB? If one has time (say 2-3 weeks) before joining one of these firms, how can one best utilize the time (besides partying :D) so that he/she is prepared for carrying out the job...
Does Bank/Group Matter Post-MBA?
So, I'm just wondering...we often hear many debates on group selection, and exit opps: Citi vs CS vs Moelis vs Greenhill.... M&A vs TMT vs LevFin etc. But what about those coming in as post-mba associates? Does group/firm even matter anymore? obviously your pay is correlated with dealflow, but is...
How many summers
Could some of you in the know shed some light on summer associate classes? I've used the search, but couldn't find specifics for my questions. how large are summer associate classes at different BB's...MM's and boutiques? How many summers are typically hired within different groups? How have ft...
Compensation (Associate, Intern)
I was wondering if anyone knows what the most recent compensation figures are like for associates (undergrad, no experience) working for either BBAM or top tier, traditional AM firms. Base salary, signing bonus, performance bonus and between equities and fixed income is one traditionally better...
Any VC firms still hiring Associates/Analysts?
Does anyone know whether/which VC firms are still hiring for a summer/fall 2011 start? I know Greylock was hiring in March, but am not sure if they've filled that position or not. Any other firms people have heard of? Thanks in advance--
The Riverside Company help?
Hello all just was wondering if this firm is reputated, and what is the analyst, associate, sr.associate, VP pay for a firm like this in the cleveland office? I feel like its a strong MM PE shop. Thanks! http://www.riversidecompany.com/
When do associates' names get printed in report?
Hi, I have been an associate for 1.5 years in equity research . I would like to get some advice in 3 areas. Firstly, when do associates' names get printed on reports? Secondly, what are the SEC rules/ US rules about acknowledging persons who have contributed to research reports? Lastly, I am helping...
When do associate analysts get credited in reports?
Hi, I have been an associate for 1.5 years in equity research . I would like to get some advice in 3 areas. Firstly, when do associates' names get printed on reports? Secondly, what are the SEC rules/ US rules about acknowledging persons who have contributed to research reports? Lastly, I am helping...
Commuting from NJ (Edgewater) to Midtown East: Associate / Special Situation
Hello All, So I am starting as an associate at a bank in midtown this summer. My dilemma is about commuting and rent expense. Situation: 1. My wife will remain in my present city for about 15 months after I move out east. So, I have rent to pay in this city for that duration (~$2,000 per month). She...
Investment banking interviews - Analyst vs. Associate
How would an interview for a prospective Associate differ from that of an Analyst, if at all? (in terms of types of questions asked). Should one prep differently?
Citi Bank Question - Title Question
At Citi is a 2010 Class Associate currently a 1st Year or 2nd Year? Does this mean 2010 was your first full year, or you were promoted in August of 2010? Thank you!
2 years of work experience, is it enough to be an associate
I got admitted to Duke, Yale and Darden... probably will go at Yale. I have only 2 years of work experience in public auditing. I wonder whether I will be able to make it in recruiting since all banks it seems require 3-5 years of work experience. Have you ever seen an associate with less than 3...
Another damned 'MBA needed' Q.
Ok, I've read a lot online,a lot of finance blogs and I've found a masters isn't required to move from analyst to associate. (Why would I want to? If i don't get into private equity) So, in a couple years I secure my analyst program, they let me stay on for a third year because I did all the right...
ACA for IB Associate role
Hello all Does anyone have any info on how to get into an Associate role within IB? As a bit of background: I qualified as a Chartered Accountant at a big four accountancy firm in 2009, then moved to a middle office product control role at one of the big banks towards the end of last year. I miss...
Have you thought about doing anything other than finance?
Have you ever asked yourself if my job didn't exist what else would I really enjoy doing career wise? Or have any of you ever thought about pursuing other interests possibly post MBA or after you have some finance experience on your record?
2011 PwC Starting Salary
Does anyone know the starting salary and signing bonus (ballpark) at PwC advisory for this years undergrad class? Thanks in advance.
PIMCO - Interview questions
Can anyone give me any insight on Business Development (BDS) at PIMCO at their HQ Newport Beach office? -What they (Associates) do -To whom they report -What interview questions one must know for an interview -Salary Thanks, Phil
London M&A Associate Compensation
The Cornell Partnership just released it's report on M&A Associate compensation. The sample size is several hundreds, so I'd imagine it's fairly accurate. BAML are the clear winners in this and are pretty much leading the pack in Assoc 1, 2 and 3. What is surpurising to me is that GS seem fairly off...
MD/MBA to IBD help
I am currently finishing my medical degree. IF I go to a top 5 business school like Harvard, how much of a chance do I have of landing a job as an -associate- at an I-banking firm? What other doors are open to me as an MD/MBA?
MM regional PE firm associate salary PLZ HELP!
I was wondering about this firm http://www.stonehengepartners.com/aboutus.php StoneHenge Partners is a MM ( 700 mil in assets) etc It is located in Columbus, Ohio with 7 principals, a CFO 2 VPS and 2 associates. I was wondering that with the experience most of the people have on this site, and the...
Associate level job interview
Hello everyone I have an interview coming up this week for a 2nd/3rd year associate position at a BB . I used to be in banking, then moved to corp dev, and then thinking of switching back to banking. This is a sector specific team. Has anyone on the forum gone through an interview at this level...
Does age matter in consulting?
I am hoping to break into consulting at the age of 34, starting with an associate level (McKinsey), or consultant level (BCG). Am I too old for that? Any advice or suggestion is appreciated. Average Age of Management Consultant Associate The typical career progression into an Associate position...
2011 Houston Summer Analysts/Associates
Hey everyone, I just made a group on here for 2011 Summer Analysts/Associates. Hopefully it will give the WSO faithful a chance to meet on here before we run into each other in person. Also, it might help some people find roommates or housing arrangements. Anyways, hope this provides something...
BMO Capital Markets in Chicago vs Wells Fargo in Charlotte
Choosing between Summer Associate offers, any thoughts?
Associate Base and Bonus 2011 in I-Banking
Dear all, I would appreciate if you can share the associate bonus range (ie. minimum to maximum) for your bank and what the base salary is currently for a 1st - 3rd year associate. There are several forum topics here with associate bonus in the title, but no one has submitted any actual information....
How was your bonus? - 2nd year pre-MBA associate
If you don't feel comfortable posting a #, post what % of your base salary you received, and if you received a raise in salary. There are a lot of very low #s floating out there which unfortunately I'm a part of and I'd like to see what actuals are like. 2nd Year pre-MBA associate (non BB in NYC),...
build quality of different brands
please rank the following based on the quality of their shirts/suits. if you want, specify which label or line of products you're referring to in your post. these are just a few names that i've seen float around here. brooks brothers ralph lauren charles tyrwhitt jos. a. bank (just a bank. LOL) gilt...
Series 87 Test vs. STC Materials
Read through the Series 86/87 recent posts and concerned about the disconnect b/w the questions STC provided and the actual test. Just wondering if anyone who took the test recently had any input on how close the STC materials were to the actual test? Were questions from the supplemental exam on the...
Typical associate salary & bonus?
I'm looking at a few opportunities to move into an associate level research role in a mutual fund at a bulge bracket firm . Can anyone tell me what the typical salary & bonus would be for this type of position? Thanks.
Citi strengths
Hi All I am a first year MBA student in a stop 5 school , interviewing for Summer Associate at some bulge brackets next week. I have a technology background so I am aware that JPM , GS , MS, CS are really strong TMT teams. I have an interview with Citi as well, and am unable to come up with a "Why...
1st year post-MBA associates and 2nd/3rd year analysts
Wondering if everyone noticed a weird incongruity in the skill sets and experiences of many senior analysts and fresh post-MBA associates and the weird dynamic where for a good while the associates have to ask the analysts what to do, not the other way around. Also would like to hear if people have...
Am I swimming upstream? Should I float downriver?
I am 27 years old and have been working for a midcap non-financial company as a financial analyst for a couple years. I have a business degree from a non-target state school with a 3.4 GPA. I am also currently working on a Masters of Science in Financial Analysis at a reputable but still non-target...
Base for BB IBD Associates
Could someone please provide the most recent information about base for IBD Associates in NY or HK? Thanks! Stub: 1st year: 2nd year: 3rd Year:
Pre-MBA Co-Invest?
Do analysts / pre-mba associates at majors like BX , silverlake, apollo, carlyle, tpg, KKR etc. have the option to defer a portion / all of their bonus into the general partner pool of the fund?
How a deal trickles down to an analyst level?
Hi all, I was looking around and I couldn't really find a comprehensive post that describes the life of a deal. E.g. Senior bankers get rumors of the deal or start landing a deal, all the way to getting a staffer to staff associate / analyst to get grunt work done. Assume the bank is advising on a...
Pls help: M&A or McK CF for getting in IBD?
Currently working in a M&A house (not ibank) as Associate and got an offer for McK CF Associate. Since I'm looking to move to BB /2nd tier IBD Associate and wondering which path will give me a higher chance. (p.s. I don't have an MBA but 2-3 years of M&A experience). Does anyone know whether there's...
Silverlake, BX, Bain Cap
Wanted to see if anyone knows post-undergrad 1st yr Analyst and post-banking 1st yr Associate pay for the above firms...thanks
CCMP Capital - Any information on this firm?
Hey guys, I'm a complete newbie here. I was wondering if anyone had any information about CCMP or Silver Lake Partners, both about the firm and what the interview process entails for an analyst position out of undergrad? Thanks again, and I appreciate any input and/or advice. Cheers
S&T Sales Associate opportunities in Dallas or Chicago?
Just curious...or is NY basically it? I'm focused on a sales career when I'm done with my MBA . I do not want to move to NY (currently live in MI). Chicago and Dallas are ideal locations for me (for reasons I wont get into here). Just curios if any BB's have sales associate programs set up in other...
Associate Interview w/ Analysts - HELP
Ok, I have a final round interview with a group at a mid market bank. 70% of their work is sell side advisory...the rest is participating in credit facilities, with an occasional IPO / private placement. Anyway..... I have to interview with the analysts on my team. I've never done that before. I'm...
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