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London vs Zurich vs Frankfurt
Hi, Which of the above cities is the best for working in PE? For example, which of them offers the best total comp (and carry) at specific career stages (especially VP/Principal/Partner). What are the differences in the work-life balance?
Tikehau Capital - London info?
Hey guys, any insights on Tikehau's Private Equity and Credit teams in London? Culture, reputation, comp , work-life balance...? Not much clear info on WSO about them. Heard they pay badly, but can anyone confirm the rest?
Not getting more matches despite working at a top PE firm
Hello all, I changed my job status to "Private Equity Associate" at The Carlyle Group on Tinder, Hinge and Bumble three months ago but for some reason I am not getting more matches compared to when I was in banking or at uni. On average, I got between 5 and 7 matches every week (across the three...
Does this strategy have a specific name ?
Hello guys, my question may be dumb for some of you but here I go, A growth equity fund that I know is raising a new fund with a new strategy but I cant find any other fund that have this approach. Basically, they will buy companies, that have been struggling to get above 20/30% growth yoy, and will...
Best affordable undergrad target-schools in Europe
Hi, I will be graduating from high school next year (one of the best high schools in my country, with a GPA in the top 5%). I have always dreamed of pursuing an IB -> PE career (especially in London, but I don't mind Frankfurt and Zurich as I am learning German, currently B2). However, my parents...
Evercore vs Lazard
Hey y'all I am new posting on here but was just curious of what people's takes might be: If you guys had offers from both Evercore and Lazard (same group), what would you pick and what are your takes in terms of Compensation (Signing Bonus, Salary, EOY Bonus), exit opportunities into Buy-Side...
Best Reads for PE
You know how when people prepare for restructuring they read Moyers and the HL RX case. What is the equivalent of this for private equity? Are there any core readings that help you really understand the industry at a deep level?
Seeking guidance for masters programs - Profile evaluation
Hello, I am turning to you for advice and insights regarding my search for an "elite" master programme. My goal is to pursue a career in M&A and possibly move into private equity. Below are my credentials and aspirations: Academic Excellence : I have a strong academic record with a GPA of 3.9/4.0,...
Oncycle Recruiting Looks Possible for Canadian Bankers?
Incoming first year analyst trying to learn more about PE recruiting. I know its already extremely competitive for junior bankers based in the US to get looks on oncycle, and my question isn't necessarily for MF oncycle recruiting but was wondering how possible it is to get oncycle looks if based in...
UBS London Best Teams for Exits
Looking for some guidance. Aware of previous discussions but none reflect effect of UBS-CS integration and current 2023 market. 1) What teams at UBS London get looks from UMM headhunters? Eg M&A, TMT, GIG, LevFin etc 2) Is it 2 year analyst to associate due to Credit Suisse integration? 3) Is it...
Is this the Black-Scholes of Private Equity?
Hey fellas, a couple of the guys in my city's networking groupchat (it'd be generous to describe these oafs as friends) started a Youtube channel and apparently they're able to solve for levered return really fast. They shared their first video in the gc earlier this evening. (This is their video...
Straight to PE vs doing 1-2 years of IB First
Looking to hear thoughts on the topic from people who took either route. Long story short, I know I want to do Buyout PE (and have interviews for a few full time roles). However, I am thinking it would maybe be better to stick with my full time EB offer for a year or two, go through the analyst...
Explanation of Advanced Private Equity Deal Mechanics and Ratios
Want to break into a UMM/MF buyside seat after graduation, got contacted re processes with some funds running analyst programs through HHs, background ivy, MF PE and EB RX internship experience in NY. Wanted to gather some thoughts and explanations on advanced private equity deal mechanics and...
What is the difference between Sam Bankman Fried's "FTX" and any other bulge bracket bank?
Why was Sam Bankman Fried's company "FTX" relocation of customer funds to separate financial ventures considered illegal but when the big bulge bracket banks do it, its legal? The big bulge bracket banks like Chase use money from customer deposits/savings to lend out in the form of Mortgages and...
How Hard is it to Hold Onto Your PE Seat?
Obviously this is a function of rates/the current market, but seems to me that lately a lot of associate level folks in PE on this site are posting about being forced out / feeling anxious about not having a PE seat for much longer. It's a given that MF funds tend to have 2&out programs, but for...
Co-investment Case Study
Hello, I am working on a co-investment case study (it is almost an LBO model test from my perspective): That target company is a fictitious public company. The sources and uses are quite straightforward to compute, although I am not sure whether to use Total Equity Value or Total Enterprise Value in...
How underpaid is this in PE?
A friend at a LMM PE firm was offered $100k base + $50k bonus as a 2nd year associate. This seems well below market right even for a sub 300M fund?
Need a Change of Pace... Flat Hierarchy Firms
I can't deal with this hierarchical bull anymore. I am at MF doing tech PE right now, but I hate the bureaucratic nature that comes with it – I feel stifled. What are some places where I can continue being an investor that has very flat hierarchies? Any specific firms or broader categories of...
Syndicates/Investing into PE firm as an LP
Would anyone be willing to chat about their experience investing/setting up a syndicate? I have an oportunity to invest into a strong PE fund's next vintage and looking to learn more about people's experiences with syndicates
Syndicates/Investing into PE firm as an LP
Would anyone be willing to chat about their experience investing/setting up a syndicate? I have an oportunity to invest into a strong PE fund's next vintage and looking to learn more about people's experiences with syndicates
Ivy Engineering Bachelors+Masters+F50 R&D -> IB/PE/VC/etc
Hi all. I’m a senior Mechanical Engineering major at a T10 school (think Penn/Brown/Duke/CalTech/etc). I’ll be graduating with both my BSE and MSE in MechE. I've completed my master's during my undergrad to enhance my technical branding for VC. My long-term goal is to work in finance or S&O...
Uni Pension Plan (UPP), Canada
Anyone has info regarding Uni Pension Plan? (Didn't type the full word since it would be moved to another forum) They are a newly formed pension fund for unis across Ontario, Canada. https://myupp.ca/ Any information about culture, their investments, pay, interviews would be great.
Thoughts on Big 4 M&A Consulting to PE
Hi all, I am a senior honors student at a semi-target with a full-time Big 4 M&A consulting offer, and I'm looking to transition to PE in 2-3 years. My background includes a 3.7+ GPA, a lower-middle market PE internship first year, valuation and advisory consulting sophomore year, and an MM IB...
Reaching out Linkedin
Hi all, I have a healthcare license (not MD) and worked in the hospital before. Then, I got my JD. About to send job requests on LinkedIn. How likely can I leverage my work experience in healthcare if I'm applying to healthcare PE? I didn't do MBA nor studied business in college. I feel JD is quite...
Mercer Alternatives Program?
Anyone have any insights on Mercer's Alternatives team? recruiter made it sound like a PE FoF investing role with some sort of consulting mixed in?
PE case interview - prep advice
Hi everyone! I'll have an interview for a PE analyst role at the development bank that is focusing on PE and VC in emerging market. There will be an offline recruitment day with all rounds of interviews happening on the same. On top of fit interviews, there should be a 45-min case study. Do you have...
simple LBO question: taxes and interest expense?
hi team... i am confused. scenario below: Tax rate = 40% EBIT = $150 Interest expense = $100 Every template LBO model I see would calculate taxes by taking $150 - 100 = $50 * 40%... However, I am also seeing online that interest expense is not fully tax deductible... that there is a 30% limit of...
Oncycle Private Equity Recruiting Canada (Class of 2025)
What did oncycle look like for PE this year in Canada? I heard Altas did oncycle in August, but not sure Brookfield or Onex participated in it. Any idea which firms have or have not hired, and when the ASO class of 2025 will be hired if not during the August oncycle wave?
What’s the Best Path into VC?
Hi everyone, I am currently a freshman at a non-HYP ivy, and I’m pursuing a CS/Econ double major. I’m pretty overwhelmed by all of the career paths open to me, so I’m looking for some guidance. My ultimate goal is to go into GE or VC and help grow technology companies, but that isn’t set in...
Advice on lateral recruiting in PE
Hey everyone, I need some advice. I’m a British (need H1B) student at a top target with a very high GPA. I recruited for a BB in London for my junior summer but realized that starting in the US would be better for me career-wise. So, I networked starting my junior spring (spring 2023) and tried...
REPE Final Round Interview (Investments)
Hi All, I have a final round interview with a Canadian REPE fund coming up (KingSett, Starlight, Hazelview, Alignvest). I was just wondering what these interviews typically look like and what to expect in them?
Distressed (Early) Tech Buyout - Revenue vs. EBITDA multiple-basis for entry vs. exit valuation
Hi monkeys, I'm sure this topic has been discussed a number of times, but prepping for a case study for an early "distressed" tech buyout shop (focus is on acquiring c.$10-30m revenue businesses (c. $10-60m EV; no debt used to finance buyout) which are primarily unprofitable and then flipping once...
Thrivent PE Team in Minneapolis
Hello, Have we worked with this fund before? If so, what was the culture, career and comp progression like? From what I read, they do more of co-investing than of traditional buy-out but please correct me if I am wrong. Thank you in advance.
Strong MM IB vs LMM PE
Currently considering two different offers in London: Strong MM IB Mid-level analyst (HL RJ etc) vs Investment Associate in LMM PE (Less than £200m AUM) in a very narrow sector vertical (Less than £200m AUM). My background is B4 Audit > B4 M&A. PE is my long term career goal, but concerned this...
Is a Dual Degree in Management a Bad Idea if I Want an MBA?
I intend to migrate to the US, and I've found that getting an MBA is the most convenient way to network and get a job in IB or MC until I finally crack into PE. I realize this would be unnecessary under ordinary circumstances, but we all know it's practically impossible to get a job in the US with a...
Deciding between staying at small growth fund or take MM IB job for PE recruitment (post IB layoff)?
Hi all - just wanted to hopefully get some perspective from people here as I try to make a pretty important decision. I was previously a first year analyst at a top MM bank (think HL, Baird, Jefferies, etc.). The firm I was at had massive layoffs earlier this year and I was suddenly thrust into this...
Start up PE
Anyone who joined a PE firm before the company raised a debut fund, what level did you join and how did it go?
MBA After A Dual Degree In MiF And MiM?
I'm considering getting an MBA after my dual degree in MiF and MiM because I want to migrate to the US. This is the most convenient way for me to establish myself in the states since I'll be able to network and get a job when doing an MBA. My goal is to work in PE so I'll probably look for something...
LBO of private company with management reinvestment with a lot of cash on B/S - help needed
Dear community, I would appreciate your advice on the following. I am analyzing an LBO of a private company and am getting a bit confused regarding management reinvestment / rollover. Assumptions: 1M EBITDA, 10x multiple, no debt on B/S, 2M cash on B/S pre-transaction Hence, 10M EV and 12M Equity...
Private Equity - Growth vs Buyout next 5-10 years
Given uncertainty around the economy as well a high interest rates, does this affect whether growth or buyout areas of PE are more or less attractive relative to each other? Buyout by nature uses leverage whereas most growth investments are pure equity due to not wanting to put an interest burden on...
Goldner Hawn in Minneapolis
Hello, Have we worked with this PE fund before? Could you please share your perspectives about the fund: culture, comp progression, career growth? Appreciate the inputs in advance. Thank you!
Temasek Off-Cycle
Hi mates, has anybody heard from the OC 24 for Temasek? Superday is supposed to be close but I have not heard anything after Round 2. Curious to see if anyone is on the same boat. Cheers
Upskilling in a slow PE environment
Working in PE at the moment but a slow M&A environment and lack of deal execution experience has me feeling rusty and like I'm not developing my modeling skills at all. Any suggestions for how to upskill in this area? I've tried modeling courses such as the FMVA program (by CFI) but everything seems...
PE Lateral Associate Interview Resources
I am looking to lateral after 2-3 years at my PE firm, and was wondering if anyone had resources to help study for the technical portion of the interviews. I know that PE interviews are far less standardized than IB interviews so there isn't a comprehensive "guide", but to the extent that people...
Bay Area PE Funds FT Analyst
Hey, I wanted to ask if there were any notable PE firms that took FT analysts out of undergrad in the Bay Area. Greatly would appreciate any help.
European Stone Point Capital
I am curious if there is an equivalent to Stone Point Capital in Europe which solely focuses in FIG buyouts? Has anyone come across such a PE? Feel free to discuss
European Stone Point Capital
I am curious if there is an equivalent to Stone Point Capital in Europe which solely focuses in FIG buyouts? Has anyone come across such a PE? Feel free to discuss
Types of Board roles in PE portfolio company boards
I recently interviewed with a managing partner for relativly senior role in a mid market PE firm, who asked me what type of role i see myself in when having a board seat in a portfolio, and compared to a basketball team where everybody on the team has a role. I kinda didnt know what to answer, any...
Need advice on a small REPE entry role
I was offered an entry role at a small ~1B AUM REPE firm and was told to expect 50% travel as the real estate development was outside my base country. Also, the fund only serves a few LPs and is not looking to expand to other asset classes. My question is, what is the general perspective on the...
PE Question
If you were looking at a company that makes screws used in an airplane engine vs a company that makes screws that are used in a washing machine, how would you compare those two end uses and what would it mean for a reluctance or willingness to switch? What are some things you would consider for each...
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