Investment Banking - IBD

Hi all, I’m a new AN1 navigating the steep learning curve. I would love to connect with someone who can mentor me, perhaps a few exchanges as needed on best practices, time management, prioritization,… more

I constantly think about work. It doesn’t matter if I am at the office or spending the holidays with my family. How do you guys “turn it off” when you are on PTO?

Corp Dev or stay in IB grinding it out for 2x the money? Have 3 corp dev interviews lined up and 1 IB lateral interview (better shop than current)

Stub period bonus estimations for MM MCOL, 40-60k estimation seem fair?

Best free resource to prep for the SIE exam? Lateraling into IB from a non-finance profession and want to get it out of the way before starting.

Bonus of 200+ or im out

How many of you are in the age group of 22-30 vs 30-40? I will be 30 at the end of year and I’m not sure if I want to be in IB for another 10 years. For those of you in your 30s to 40s, do you still … more

Started an M&A job out of college with good ib lateral prospects. How soon do you recommend reaching out to bankers in your first year?

Hello bowlers, I’m looking for a new role in sustainable finance. 2+ yrs in pub fin IB, BC grad. Anyone willing to talk briefly?

With this new administration coming in, I would expect IB to be busy. Any thoughts?

AN1 (F) here - honestly, when did you start feeling great at your job ?

What are we thinking for bonuses this year?

Currently AN2 and I expect nothing less than 65k. Will be pretty upset otherwise considering the year my group has had.

What’s everyone’s outlook for next year? We thinking it’s going to be busy and more hiring or things will be more or less the same?

From what you’ve seen, what do typical bonuses look like if someone joins mid year at the associate level. Assume high pipeline of deals, MM MCOL.

I'm 28 (F) and currently doing my undergrad in Economics and Finance while also working full-time in wealth management, which means it's a bit hard for me to get an internship. I want to get i… more

Overseas fish looking to move to New York the first few months of 2025. Can anyone share how much are IB associates (or big 4 M&A manager equivalent) getting paid in HCOLs?

What's your best estimate of what first year MDs make at banks like GS / MS. Obviously variable but let's assume the year was like 2023.

Was supposed to take vacation after this deal ended but immediately got rolled onto another live deal. Always one thing after another. Look up and it's been a year since I've taken vacation...… more

Recommendations on how to combat against seasonal depression at work? My energy level is low and weather outside doesn't help. I noticed some of my coworkers take vitamins. Anything else?

Working on the same deal since mid 2023 🪦

I have a serious beef with this industry when it comes to taking PTO. Why is it so frowned upon? Like… at every other profesional services firm (consulting, accounting, law, etc.) is totally fine, enc… more

I'm looking for a new job and am curious about the etiquette. When you leave a job, do you tell your manager in person two weeks in advance or just send an email? I want to leave on good terms obv… more

I am curious who has been with their firm for 5+ years? I am at a cross road between sticking it out or bounce. Going into year 4, on track for VP next year.

How many PTO days are you planning to take off around Thanksgiving and or Christmas this year? What’s a healthy number in your POV?

How many times a day do you think about quitting your job? I think about it every day. Am I the only one?

What’s the dumbest thing you’ve ever spent your money on from your bonus payout?

Giving it one more try to break into IB with non traditional background. 27 y/o currently work in asset management - technicals are sound. Any advice? Want to start hopping on networking calls again

Burnout is so common in our industry. I am feeling it. What do you do to avoid it or mange it?

Anyone noticed a pick up in deal flows lately? What are your thoughts? You think we are going to have a great 2025?

Howe many days are typically given as PTO these days for analysts, associates and VPs (excluding national/firm wide holidays)?

How many individual interviews do MDs go through if they're applying for a role in front office investment banking?

Compensation check: AN1 95k base with 50% capped bonus in HCOL

Broke in from TAS. 140 base with uncapped bonus in MCOL at MM shop seem on par?

Does Investment Banking have any sort of attractive“support roles” other than actually being an investment banker?

I started IB 6 months ago at a small boutique firm in LA and can’t help but wonder if I’m underpaid for my title and hours. I am an associate with $110k base no bonus. I’m concerned about jumping too … more

Forever wondering why they make my role ”in office” when it’s not a client facing role and none of what I do requires being in an office

How much money is enough for you to called it quits? Let’s be honest, most of us are here for the money.

AN1 here - how do you deal with burnout ? Self-doubt ? Imposter syndrome ? I put too much pressure on myself and my mental health is doing very poorly. I’m a perfectionist and I feel slow on certain t… more

Call me crazy I don’t mind the long hours and working weekends. I feel like I’m nuts but I somehow enjoy it? Anyone else?