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SPAC
Thinking about looking for opportunities in the SPAC world, but haven’t been coming up short. Are junior level roles just very hard to come by?
Q&A: 2 years in Banking and now in MM PE - ask me anything
Happy to answer any questions about recruiting (being a non target and from a non top tier IB), first few months on the job in PE, pros / cons, things I like and don't like. Brief bio below on my background below: Non Target Undergrad Investment Banking Analyst for 2 years Current 1st Yr Associate...
LifeCo Positions on the Equity Side
Hey Monkeys, Wondering if anyone who's been in an equity position at a lifeco can talk about culture/comp/where they exited to. I'm currently working at a sponsor as an internal capital markets guy, where I finance deals once committee has approved the deal. This is about 70% debt or...
Can't Send Thank You Because HR Is Unresponsive
I was going to send a 'thank you' to my interviewer but do not have his contact information, I reached out to my recruiter and they are suddenly unresponsive to me. IK this probably means I am dinged anyway but should I just move on or is there something else I should be doing?
ResponsAbility Investments AG
Private Equity and Debt for Financial Institutions and Agro-business across different regions in emerging market countries.
Healthcare consulting firms
Anyone know of some good healthcare consulting firms? Or even some healthcare venture capital or private equity firms that hire undergrads for full time? And do you know their recruiting timeline? This would be coming out of from two summer internships in private equity. Also any input on consulting...
Dartmouth Partners Phone Interview - Tristan Capital Partners
Dear members, I have a phone interview with Dartmouth Partners in London for the Analyst programme of Tristan Capital Partners (Real Estate fund) and I wanted to know if somebody did it and what topics/questions did they give? Thanks so much.
Does anyone have insights on Charterhouse Capital Partners?
Sorry for the specific / single firm post here but I'd really appreciate any insight folks have on Charterhouse Capital Partners. Appreciate any insights on deal team structure/culture/recent deals/recruitment process, etc. Thanks in advance!
Interview with Dartmouth Partners - Tristan Capital Partners
Dear members, I have a phone interview with Dartmouth Partners in London for the Analyst programme of Tristan Capital Partners (Real Estate fund) and I wanted to know if somebody did it and what topics/questions did they give? Thanks so much.
Q&A: 2nd Year Analyst at McKinsey in Europe
Open to answering questions regarding MBB, recruiting, breaking in, day to day life, career choices, etc. Background Academic: MSc in Finance (Europe) - top GPA, public undergrad b-school (target locally) Internships: Summer analyst at MBB; Summer analyst at Goldman Sachs (IMD London); Off-cycle...
Q&A: MBB to Private Equity Associate
Open to questions of any nature from students, consultants, or anyone else. I am an incoming first-year associate at a tech-focused PE fund, currently rounding out my 2nd year at MBB. I attended a top target (H/Y/P/S/W) for undergrad and interned on the buy-side in undergrad. I can try to help by...
Vistria Group (Chicago) - Insight?
Curious about Vistria Group in Chicago and everyone's thoughts on the fund? Looks like they just raised a $1bn fund this year and seem to take an "impact-investing" approach to things. Seems like an interesting model but would like to learn more about it. Thanks!
Life & Productivity Hack | Organizing IB Analyst / PE Associate Tasks
Hey Everyone, Recently read a great article on Morning Brew about Goal Setting. It sparked an idea to crowd source this forum not specifically for goal setting frameworks but for the best in class day-to-day organizational framework. I'm sure everyone who has done IB, PE, VC, HF, etc. has had days...
Private Equity Lawyers
Note: I don't want to hear that I made a mistake going to law school lol. I'm comfortable with my decision and I have no interest in working in high finance in a technical capacity, but I do have an interest in working in high finance in a legal capacity. Making this thread because I see a lot of...
Hedge Fund Lawyers
Note: I don't want to hear that I made a mistake going to law school lol. I'm comfortable with my decision and I have no interest in working in high finance in a technical capacity, but I do have an interest in working in high finance in a legal capacity. Making this thread because I see a lot of...
LMM tech buyout / growth equity shops w/ ops focus
I'm a first year analyst interested in LMM tech buyout / growth equity shops. What are some good ones with a focus on ops improvements?
PE Operating Roles & Exits
Currently working as a VP in a PE backed company that in the next 12-18 months has plans to sell to another, larger well-known PE shop. As I think about my career and future, I do not believe I'd like to stay in my current business development position but move towards something more mentally...
SEO Alternative Investments Fellowship Program
Hi all, I'm looking to apply for the SEO Alternative Investments Fellowship program. Just wanted to see if anyone has done this before and has advice. Specifically, what does the application process? Is it a phone interview / superday? Is there a modeling test? Thanks in advance
Would you start a Family Office or just enjoy retirement?
Would you start a FO if you have enough capital and have the option to stop working before 60 or would you just enjoy early retirement and do something more "basic"? If you start a FO, what would your focus be? If you decide to enjoy retirement, how would you do it?
Advice for final round PE interview with large fund
Hi guys, Im interviewing at a large fund (top 10 global) for a position in Europe. The position is for a quite small office and i have met with several of the junior guys, completed all the technical parts of the process and i am now through to the final round. I think there is a few candidates left...
PE recruiters - Singapore
Looking for recommendations for recruiters / headhunters for private equity roles in Singapore. Specifically looking for firms covering global funds which have a Singapore office. Appreciate any views on the below firms (and others which are not listed): - Wellesley - Principle Partners - Cobalt...
Dunes Point Capital
Does anyone know anything about this firm? Appreciate any info you can provide. Thanks!
Seeking the financial universe
Hi everyone, great to be here! I'm just starting my journey to explore and improve my understand of finance and investing.
Texas - WLB
Considering an offer from a PE fund in TX. They're mainly NY based so this would be a satellite office. I've always heard that NYC culture typically works harder and that TX/non-coastal states are typically more relaxed and balanced with WLB. However, does this hold true in PE? I presume the...
What does geographic expansion really mean?
PE firms like to emphasize being able to help management expand operations overseas as part of the value-add package. I'm curious though, what is the work in involved in a geographic expansion. What does the day of a PE professional helping management expand look like?
Private Funds
Does anyone know what a Private fund does at an asset manager? From what I know, the funds raise a certain amount of capital but I'd like to know how they invest this and also the day to day of an Analyst within a Private Fund
Let’s Rank The Top PE Firms!
Its almost 2021 and I think we need a good ranking thread. What are the best private equity firms out there? Prestige wise.
Outsourced CIO Firms
Has anybody every worked at an Outsourced CIO firm (OCIO) and have experience on any exit opportunities? ex., Private equity or Asset Management.
Private Fund at an Asset Management Firm
Hi :) I had a first round interview recently with a specialist asset manager but I am confused as to how the fund works, it is super unclear on the website so I'm hoping some of you can help me out. It is a fund that pools capital and invests into real assets very actively. What does this actually...
First Real Finance Internship - Goldman PWM, JPM TCIO, Private Equity, and more!!! What to pick??
Hi all! I am beyond lucky to have many offers, however, they are all over the place and I don't know what is the best option to pick for my future. I am a finance student - unsure what I want to do! Goldman Sachs PWM - Great name and pretty much double the pay I would be getting at the other...
Seeking Career Advice regarding: Investment/Asset Management, Private Equity, Investment Banking
Hello, to start with I'd like to thank anyone learning my situation, taking it seriously and and providing me with advice. I am very grateful for your time. Also, please be aware I am inexperienced within this sector and so parts of this post may seem unstructured (rambling). This is aimed at people...
Vetting Term Sheets
We recently opened up some dialogue with the greater market and have been fortunate enough to receive a few term sheet offers for our Ground Up Spec/Development and our existing assets. Question: How have you in the past verify quality terms in these offers as there is a high variability from these...
London PE Culture
Hi team -- wanted to get honest, raw opinions on the culture of different PE firms in London (KKR, CVC, Advent, PAI, Bain Cap, any other firms). Hopefully useful for many who are excited about PE but don't want to end up in a s***hole. Thanks! x
PE Female Dress Code
Hi all -- recently scored an offer at MF PE shop in London. Coming from MBB, where the dress code is far more relaxed (think business casual and varies widely depending on the client), I was wondering what's the dress code I should expect in PE -- specifically for females, please. Would love details...
Question about Exit Opps from Deal Strategy/Strat Consulting
Hi guys I have an offer from KPMG Global Strategy Group - Deal Strategy. My career goal is either to move into Investment Banking after a few years or directly into Private Equity. How do you guys rate the following position in terms of exit opportunities? This is a position in Europe. Participate...
Growth equity investing lens
I am looking to transition into growth equity (more so late stage VCs vs. growth equity buyout) from PE and was curious about the investment lens from which these firms put money to work. Specifically: 1) In late stage VC/pre IPO stage, what are the common forms of security that they invest in? Is...
Strategy& London (M&A) vs BCG Dubai
Hi Everyone! Trying to decide between two FT offers, would really appreciate everyone's thoughts: Strategy& London (M&A) vs BCG Dubai. A few key point: 1) S&'s work is 50% DD for PEs, 50% Growth strategy. BCG is mostly public sector work in KSA. 2) Looking to keep open the option of PE exit 3) Comp:...
Questions about moving from MBB to MM and/or LMM PE
I'm in the process of exiting Bain (I'll refer to it as MBB from now on so that others searching can see the keywords) have a few questions about moving from MBB to MM/LMM that I haven't been able to find clear answers to, and I was hoping you monkeys could help me. Don't feel obligated to answer...
Impact Investing Pay
Hey guys. Curious if anyone can provide insight regarding impact investing pay specifically involving funds that target market returns. I know a lot of funds donate profits to philanthropy, so not sure how that affects employee pay
Lev Fin limited exit opps?
Would going into Lev Fin at BofA limit my exit opps to credit/distressed debt? Would classic buyout private equity still be attainable? What about hedge funds or corp dev (if I choose to go down that route)? I know they are one of the strongest LF groups on the street and analysts do the modeling...
[Advice Needed] Afraid of Potential Exploding Offer
I’ve just went through a very tough interview process at a top BB - the hiring MD wants to call me tomorrow. I think that's a good sign, but am unsure... Any ideas? Additionally, I’m also recruiting for a top PE shop. If given the chance, I’d perhaps take the PE offer, but am afraid that if I...
PE Placement Across Groups at Goldman Sachs
How do analysts across the different groups at Goldman Sachs place into Private Equity? I'd bet that groups like TMT and FIG place better than the others like Consumer Retail and Industrials. I'll be in Consumer Retail full-time so I'm just curious what PE opportunities the less common groups have...
Any info on Riverside Technology Capital Solutions?
Looks like they spun out of Day View Capital (also don't know much about them). Does anyone have much info on their investing style/reputation/culture/pay?
Stanford MS / MBA?
Hi guys, Got into GSB today! Background was the traditional IB / PE path. Any chimps have some info / thoughts on tacking on a 3rd year to knock out a MS CS while I'm there? Thought process would be to take advantage of the sunk cost of leaving the workforce to tack the CS degree on - honestly not...
Thoughts on Court Square Capital private equity?
Any thoughts on Court Square Capital? Reputation, deal flow, experience, pay, etc? Strongest verticals?
Boutique Tech Buyout
I'll keep it short and sweet - what LMM, tech-focused buyout funds are there in Boston/New York?
Primaries/secondaries vs. Co-Investments
Was wondering what the work-life balance was typically like in a group that focuses exclusively on Co-Investing within a fund? While I've read that roles in FoF generally have somewhat ligher hours/intensity than traditional PE, I'm assuming Co-Investments would be more intense given the need to...
Q&A: From Master's Dropout to BB IB to PE
I have a Bachelor's in Political Science from a target European University. I then started a master's in Marketing which I didn't finish and did the same with a master's in Finance. By that point, I had secured a full-time offer in a BB in London, in their TMT team. After a bit more than 18 months,...
PE/VC firms in Myanmar?
Folks We're moving. Wife and I are planning a shift from the states to Asia and we have friends/family in SEA. What is the VC scene like in Myanmar? We don't hear a lot about them in the US but heard recently they've got a flowering finance culture. Thanks
Moving from development to private equity
Hi! I just got accepted to Ross MBA, I have a background in real estate in Latin America and I would like to move to private equity in real estate and stay working in the states. At first I thought about IB in real estate but I think the hours will be better at REPE without sacrificing much salary?...
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