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Private Equity Interviews tomorrow
I got a last minute private equity interview and I was wondering what kind of questions typically come up in these private equity interviews . Are they more technical or fit related? Any insight would be appreciated.
MM PE 1st Yr Analyst Comp
I was wondering if anyone had any ideas about compensation for 1st year analysts at MM PE firms? Sign on, base, bonus? Thanks.
What is left for Private Equity Analysts / Associates?
Hi everyone, I was just wondering if someone can help me in understanding how is a typical day of a PE Analyst/Associate? Just because I cannot understand what tasks they could perform since these PE funds retain investment banks to execute deals, do valuations, search companies, etc... So, what is...
Hale Capital Partners
Any info on this NY-based PE shop ? For Pre-MBA analysts, what are: Hours ? Comp ? Culture ? Amount of time spent Deal sourcing vs Financial modeling ?
golden gate capital
Anyone have any insight into these guys? I know one of the few firms recruiting this year - so far I've got they are value players, go into messy and distressed situations so better suited for this economy, and have gotten somewhat lucky in that their last fund isn't tied up in bad / over-leveraged...
Has anyone decided not to do PE in light of the industry turmoil
Has anyone decided not to do PE in light of the industry turmoil? I hope that many will be disillusioned with finance and less will decide not to make the transition to PE , reducing demand... and that the hanger-ons/money-grabbers will be weeded out and only the truly interested will move into this...
KKR Interview Process
Hey guys, I have been called for a first round interview by KKR for their private equity team. I will be meeting the head of the office (Asia). I was told there would be a round of case studies and case analysis. Since I do not know anyone who has been through the process, I would appreciate if...
Leon Mayer, ValStone Partners
Hi. Does anyone have any information about these firms besides what is on their websites? Looking for info. on culture, hours, etc. Thanks!
Summit Partners Interviews
Guys (& Gals), I just got an interview with Summit Partners . I'm pretty psyched about it because I actually like sourcing/cold-calling (there must be something very wrong with me) and I hear they're the top shop for that model along with TA. Has anyone here worked at Summit or knows anything about...
Working for a Major Institutional Investor
Hi all, What are the roles of a PE investment analyst working for a major institutional investor, i.e. CalPERS, APFC, IPERS, etc.? What type of quantitative analysis would it involve and would this be an enjoyable experience for an individual to learn about the in's and out's of the PE asset class?...
Retail Bank Valuation
I have an interview coming up for a private equity group that makes significant minority investments in regional retail banks. Does anyone know how you would go about valuing a regional retail bank?
Clarification on Hedge Funds and Private Equity opportunities
It seems quite hard to get to grips with a career path into private equity and hedge funds, so therefore I turn to you. I'm an undergraduate and will next year be applying for my first internship. If I aim to later join a Hedge Fund or possibly a private equity group which is the right way to go...
Resume critique for 1st year b-schooler please
I am a first-year MBA student coming from an entrepreneurial/consulting/project management background and seeking an internship in investment banking or private equity. I know the job market is tough, but any resume help would be much appreciated. Thank you. http://www.razume.com/documents/6943
Percentage of PE Associates from IBD
I know the landscape is changing and that PE recruiting will be different than the past, but I'm just trying to get a gauge of the number of PE opportunities that exist relative to IB analysts on a historical basis. So here's the rough estimate for how many analysts there are in BBs and other...
Any Other Sites Like WSO?
Hey guys, I was wondering if there are other forums like WSO floating around out there that are of the same caliber as this one (in terms of both content and organization). I've seen some other forums like BankersBall, DealBook (the forums don't seem to exist anymore), etc., but they're all pretty...
Interning/Starting at a Smaller PE Shop
I'm in the process of interviewing with a variety of BB banks for IBD positions although I'm also realizing that it's going to be very difficult to land a spot. There are a few smaller PE shops that also recruit on campus for both the summer and for full-time. One specific company I am looking at...
Private Equity Summer Analyst
Do these positions exist?
Which PE firms are just plain screwed?
My views: -Apollo: I don't think I even need to talk more about them. The less said the better. -Permira: Wow. Some really bad investments. Really, really bad. Possibly the worst large portfolio on the street? I think so. Not sure how they're going to raise more money. -Providence Equity Partners:...
Guys, try to be honest to yourselves: the party is over.
I've been working at a very good MM PE shop for the past 6 months. My job is secure and stable. But here's one thing I've learnt: the party really is over. If you're thinking of getting incredibly rich in finance, think again. Or better yet, read this:...
Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group
What are the thoughts on Goldman Sachs ' Urban Investment Group? I know it's not Goldman's Principal Investment Area/ PE Group, but it still bears the GS name. Would this fund be considered a top notch pre-MBA PE experience, or would it be no different than a run-of-the-mill PE firm? It makes...
Wall Street's Commodity Conundrum: A White Paper from Commodity Talent LLC
Commodity Talent LLC issues White Paper on Wall Street’s Commodity Conundrum NEW YORK, NY – Jan. 14, 2009 Commodity Talent LLC, an executive search focused on commodity specialists, issued a White Paper entitled: Wall Street Commodity Wizards Turned Drops Into Gold in 2008 But Can They Repeat...
small fund vs big fund to start career in pe
Hi, I want to start a career in real estate private equity and am considering various paths to achieve that apart from the "traditional" banking to pe route. In particular I'm thinking about joining a smaller pe firm, which I think would be a great opportunity, but obviously it has some...
Silver Lake Email Format
What is Silver Lake 's employee email format? [email protected]? Thanks
From Real Estate into Infrastructure
Hi, I guess these two asset classes exhibit many similarities and it seems like sometimes they are even integrated in one division. Is there maybe somebody who could tell if starting in real estate within private equity, it would be easy/possible/consequential to move into infrastructure? I ask...
REPE: asset management vs acquisition
Hi folks! I'm very interested in REPE and would like to find out about the perspectives one has within a REPE firm's Asset Management and acquisition division respectively in terms of duties, pay, responsibility and the possibility of becoming a partner. Moreover what are the possibilities of...
IB Analyst -> PE going forward
The banks are laying people off. The PE shops are laying people off. For those who remain at the banks, deal flow is light and LBO deal flow is non-existent. What does this mean for PE recruiting going forward? I am a first year analyst in Lev Fin and my goal is to move to PE after my analyst gig is...
Any layoffs in private equity?
"What's that? Uh...layoffs?! Don't talk about -- layoffs? You kidding me? Layoffs? I just hope we can win a game!" -Coach Mora I was curious as to whether you guys heard anything, either truth or speculation, about potential layoffs in private equity.
FIG Focused Fund
Curious what everyone's opinions are of the top FIG focused PE funds? I know most of the largest funds (Carlyle, TPG, etc) have raised funds for financials, but more want to hear about funds solely dedicated to financial services. I have heard a lot about JC Flowers , but would love if those on the...
Top 20 healthcare-focused private equity funds?
Hi all -- I have a time sensitive project here and was wondering if any of you guys could help me out. I am looking to identify the top 20 healthcare-focused private equity funds based on a variety of metrics, including fund size, returns, number of deals done, and so forth. However, I am having...
Trouble Getting Reimbursed from Reputable PE Firm
I had a PE interview two months ago in Boston. I paid all the expenses and was told that I would be immediately reimbursed for all of the travel, which amounted to around $1,000 given that it was last-minute. I have contacted the HR rep and even one of the interviewers and have not received any...
Compensation Study
http://www.pehub.com/22125/pe-wont-kiss-bonuses-g… The sub 300 comp sounds a little low to me.
Simple VC Question
So say a group of people raise a VC fund for the first time. Do they use the raise to pay their salaries, or do they not take one. Say they hire an analyst down the road before any exits happened/money was made. Do they use the raise to pay the analyst's salary?
Sun Capital Partners (Boca Raton, FL)
Does anybody know anything about Sun Capital Partners out of Boca Raton, Fl? I assume they are a boutique firm, they have all of their Associates, VP's, and MD's profiles posted on their site, of course 95% of the people at the firm are from Top 20 schools, so I thought that said something about the...
Some advice please
My questions are: I may have an opportunity at a well known private wealth management firm soon as a Private Client Associate. Would this position degrade my resume for getting into ibanking after an MBA? Would it help? Should I try for a different position in a commercial bank (non-ibanking;...
Is this internship opportunity worth it? Senior deciding between BB and potentially PE
I was just called in for an interview at a smaller PE firm (the firm is legit, not a chop shop). I was deciding if this fall internship opportunity (meaning fall of this year as in right now) is worth it. The responsibilities include: - Perform necessary research and writing in support of the...
How can MBA graduates network with I-banking/Private equity contacts in Middle East
Request the knowledagable folks here on forum to pour there advice as to how can mba graduates network with the industry contacts from IBanking/Private Equity in GCC/Middle East region. Loking forward to gain from insights. Cheers NoMonkey
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