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Junior banker looking to move internationally to London. Can anyone provide any insight into PF Banking salaries both in Advisory and Lending in London? Also which firms to aim for other than the French and Japanese? i.e. Are there any boutiques? Thanks!

29 Sep 2023

For Evercore LONDON only: Does EVR London get placements into MF PE firms, or just constrained to MM (do MF headhuunters look for EVR London)? Any updates on latest salary and bonus for analysts? How involved is EVR London with large cap deals, or is it just constrained to MM? What teams are best in...

28 Sep 2023

Does anyone know what stage of the recruiting process UBS is at for Global Banking?

26 Sep 2023

Hi there, I'm thinking about applying for the general course at LSE, and I've got a couple of questions on my mind. First off, I'm curious about the prospects of landing a sponsored job in finance or consulting after finishing the general course. Is it likely? Additionally, I've heard that...

15 Sep 2023

Was wondering more about the timeline of the whole application process. I know MS moves quite quickly and is on the HireView stage rn and automatic hireviews for BofA and JPM have been sent alr. But when do most banks get back after the initial application process to invite candidates for first...

12 Sep 2023

Do not see much on European CLO / LO Credit Comp in London, so wanted to share some insights. Currently at a European Credit Strategy of a US Credit Alts Shop with a substantial AUM and many different credit strategies. I have ~8-9 years of experience and cover a number of credits for the performing...

08 Sep 2023

I'm Indonesian (I don't have any other citizenships sadly). If I wanted to work in London as an investment banker (or any financial jobs for that matter), should I go to Bocconi, St.Gallen, IE, or Bristol uni for undergrad? Actually, is working there even possible as a foreigner? My knowledge in the...

06 Sep 2023

Hi everybody! I am a last year PhD student in a top university in the UK in Operations. I started my PhD intending to do an academic career, but realised it is not for me. I want to make a transition to industry and I find quantitative finance quite interesting. My research focus so far has been...

14 Aug 2023

Incoming final year student year, will be applying for S&T or quant based roles in London for this coming summer, any feedback/help with my CV would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

13 Aug 2023

Hi guys, Would appreciate your thoughts here. I worked for a local Israeli special sit HF for the last 5 years (titles are different here but the equivalent would be somewhere between a sr. Associate and a 1st year VP), additionally I have a few years of transaction advisory experience from one of...

13 Aug 2023

[Re-posted, as my original post was too lengthy] Hello everyone, Seeking career advice in CRE here. I graduated in September 2022 with a Bachelor's in Business Admin and Finance from a top-tier French business school. Interested in CRE, particularly Acquisition. I completed multiple RE internships,...

12 Aug 2023

For the ones who've done it, what tips/recommendations (CV + CL, Hirevue, Fit, Technical, AC..) do you have for the IB SA 2024 applications in London?

24 Jul 2023

Is anyone aware of any websites / tools that inform us on when IB 2024 SA applications will open for London? Mid-july is when I've heard applications open but I'm working a job and its hard for me to check each of the banks websites everyday. Thanks!

15 Jul 2023

Hi, I am a European citizen and student at a top non-UK school preparing for London SA 2024. If you get to the assessment center stage of recruitment, are they done in person or virtually? Also, what are the sponsorship policies for BB/EB/MM firms in the UK? Any info at all is appreciated. Thank...

13 Jul 2023

Does anybody have some info on the Morgan Stanley teams in London? How do the regional coverage teams interact with the product/industry teams, what sectors does the London office do well in, and what do they pride themselves on?

05 Jul 2023

Need some advice. I would like to work in one of these in the future (no order of preference at least for now): - Tech company / Startup (Strategy, Strategic Finance, FP&A) - Growth / VC / L/S HF investing in Tech I want to start in banking (2/3y analyst stint) at a Tech specific group for the...

01 Jul 2023

Hi all, I'm 2nd year HF analyst at a small firm with some supplementing co-portfolio management and operations responsibilities, based in Sydney, Aus. I am seeking a more prestigious move, and Australia is extremely limited with opportunities on the HF/buyside space. I have UK/Aus (dual) citizenship...

30 Jun 2023

Hi, I am looking for an off-cycle Investment Banking Internship at Bulge Brackets in London during Spring 2024. When do the applications open and close? Br, Monkey

27 Jun 2023

Hi - I'm interested in pursuing a summer internship at Augusta & Co (boutique energy IB in London) for 2024 but there's not much info on them on WSO. Does anyone know/have any info on their culture, comp, interview process/timeline, exit opps, etc or just general info on them at all? Thanks!

22 Jun 2023

Hi Monkeys, are you seeing much recruitments happening in London middle market lately (Analyst/Associate levels) ? I think they are quite dry and might only start picking up in Q4 or early next year. If you have any knowledge of any live roles or any that may go live in the next few months, please...

18 Jun 2023

Can those who have actually worked in the EB & BB firms please share the real rankings of EB & BB firms in London (or elsewhere in the UK) with the best work-life balance From my research (best to worst) EBs 1) Rothschild 2) Jeffries 3) Lazard 4) Evercore 5) PWP 6) Moelis BBs 1) BNP Paribas 2) UBS...

17 Jun 2023

I'm very sorry for the repeated posts but I'd just like to make a new post since finding a course at Bath which includes an industrial placement. King's: 1. Prefer the location, and can commute from home saving £21k over the course of the degree. 2. Internationally well-known - better international...

14 Jun 2023

Hi guys! I'm currently a second-year bachelor's student at Bocconi University. Unfortunately, I was late applying for SA internships and missed out. Ultimately, I ended up with a financial planning internship at a big multinational industrial group. I plan to get into IB in London, and I know that...

09 Jun 2023

Hello everyone Can I ask you to share some buyside addresses (distressed PE / private credit) where I could potentially apply for an internship? (Officially or speculatively) I have the following background: - Undergraduate student from a target university - Restructuring internships at Big4,...

07 Jun 2023

Hi guys, I'm currently a second-year bachelor's student in Bocconi. I want to break into IB after my studies, preferably in London. Unfortunately, I was pretty late with the preparation for SA and could not land one. I'm currently doing an internship in the financial planning department at a big...

07 Jun 2023

In particularly their credit team as I have an interview for an entry role analyst position on Multi Sector credit. Don’t seem to be spoken about a lot on forums or generally as a sought after place to work. Which is surprising as considering how large their AUM is with 70%> actively managed. Any...

29 May 2023

Hi all, I'll be starting a year-long internship at UBS AM in London within an ESG team. Any advice on what I should do before/during the program to make the most of it and also gain that return offer? Also any other tips surrounding the internship i.e. How many suits or quarter zips I should buy....

27 May 2023

Hello, my question is as the title suggests. I have converted my Spring Week at MS/JPM and wondered if it would be worth it to recruit for GS. Right now, I think I probably won't find the IB lifestyle sustainable and will push for PE as an exit after 2-4 years to have a slightly more controllable...

23 May 2023

Hi all! I know many of you are probably looking for a place to stay during your summer internships! I am coming to the rescue. I am looking for a student to take over my contract at Urbanest Kings Cross, a student accommodation just minutes away from the Kings Cross tube station. It's for an ensuite...

22 May 2023

Any info on these funds? Have received inbounds and not much info out there especially on gladstone? Any info on performance, comp, culture?

17 May 2023

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16 May 2023

Hello, How is LSE Bsc Finance perceived compared to LSE’s more ‘flagship’ courses such as LSE Bsc Economics? Would there be any disadvantages when it comes to recruiting for IB/PE if you study LSE Bsc Finance compared to LSE/Cambridge Bsc Economics? Thanks in advance

14 May 2023

I am an incoming SA at a MM shop in London, then ideally I would like to go to a BB/EB after this. I have gone to a semi-target and will be undertaking a master's at a target after the SA (LSE/LBS/HEC). Would it be best to target SA roles again, or go straight to FT? Is the SA route less...

05 May 2023

Hi All, I've been working in the Aussie L/S space for a while now and am possibly seeking to move abroad to work. Possibly London or the US, though I have a British passport so I would bet it's considerably easier for a London move. I have family over there but no one that specifically works in the...

28 Apr 2023

I would just like some clarity on what areas to focus on when approaching preparing for London Summer Investment banking applications at BB's and EB's. Recently I have heard that London summer IBD recruiting at BB's focus more on the behavioural/motivational/cultural-fit aspect of an applicant in...

26 Apr 2023

Hello everyone, I couldn't find a similar thread for investment banking recruiting in London for 2024, so I thought I'd start one. Based on my research, it seems like applications usually open around July/August, can anyone confirm? I'm also curious about networking in London. How important is it in...

13 Apr 2023

Hey guys, I am looking to apply to a Masters in Finance in London as a college senior with ample Private Equity experience. I want to learn more about the structure, alumni network, lectures, professors and overall experience of students at London School of Economics and London Business School...

13 Apr 2023

I am currently a high school senior, with a decent amount of grades and ECs, however, funding fees would be challenging. How can I break it into UK IB roles? What target schools should I apply for?

05 Apr 2023

Hi looking for some info regarding Whiteshield Partners, haven’t heard of them before but they seem cool - focus on policy with emphasis on quantitative analysis. could someone comment on: -salary for dubai/London for Associate, Snr Associate and beyond - general prestige? Is it a T2 consulting...

03 Apr 2023

Is anyone familiar withe Silverpeak graduate scheme online assessment. Its a 25min assessment for its analyst program administered by Test Dome. Is it simple logic, inductive reasoning, situational judgement, etc... (classic stuff), or is it something novel. Any insights on the firm and advice for...

03 Apr 2023

Hey all, I am looking for a flatmate to move into a flat with ideally by end of April / early May (potentially flexible around these dates - can discuss). I am currently an associate working in an investment bank in the City so ideally the flat will be c.20mins away or so by walking or public...

18 Mar 2023

i am deciding between London BB capital market or Singapore BB IB generalist. I am interested in levfin group in London BB but the selection might be quite competitive and I do not want to work in ECM/DCM cuz i know they do not really do modeling. For Singapore BB the reputation is not as good as...

07 Mar 2023

Incoming IB Analyst working in the City, where to live in terms of area? Do 1st year analysts tend to live alone or flat share? If I'm planning on saving, assuming a base of around 68,000 how much should go to rent+utilities+council tax etc..? I do prefer living alone but know that this is really...

02 Mar 2023

Looking for some colour on long credit hedge funds in London and what pay and compensation would be at the VP level. Also how these firms differ and anything on culture. Names that come to mind: Anchorage, Angelo Gordon, Albacore, Arini, Diameter, Fortress, King Street, Och-Ziff/Sculptor, Oak Hill,...

26 Feb 2023

Hi all, Just landed a job in London and will be moving there this April (big thanks to WSO - couldn't have done it without the wealth of information and amazing people on this forum). I will be on an Analyst salary and thus will be looking to share a flat/shared housing. I'd rather be surrounded by...

19 Feb 2023

Hi everybody, I'm an incoming SA at a BB for S&T in London. The firm allows SAs to suggest their desk preferences for rotation. There are 5/6 desks I know that want to try, across equity and FICC, but I'm unsure of the best way to proceed, though I know the desks will be in competition with the...

09 Feb 2023

Hi everyone, hope you all are doing well. Thank you for taking the time to read and respond to my question. Cranfield course: https://www.cranfield.ac.uk/som/masters-courses/f… Bayes course: https://www.bayes.city.ac.uk/study/masters/course… Queen Mary:...

09 Feb 2023

Hello there, I am in a bit of a difficult situation when it comes to Spring Weeks. I have not been able to secure any so far and I need advice from WSO. I did manage to get 1 non-Hirevue interview for a spring week and I was pleased that I managed to make it past a Hirevue. Overall, I have managed...

29 Jan 2023

Curious on culture, returns, WLB

24 Jan 2023

Sorry if this story is too long. I have been accepted into ESSEC's Master in Finance and Bocconi's MSc in Finance for next year's intake. Bocconi's offer just came today with a full scholarship covering tuition fees. I have already paid ESSEC's deposit and submitted a loan application with Prodigy...

20 Jan 2023