Investment Banking - IBD

Anyone have experience with the Corp Dev interview process / 1-hr case study at financial services or fintech companies (Capital One / Mastercard / Visa / Synchrony)?

I accepted an offer to join Goldman Sachs, London. They've initiated my background check process last week. How long does Sterling(vendor agency performing the verification) take in the UK to fini… more

What happened to the BoA strike?

Does anyone know or had the experience on pivoting from IB to PE? I like to explore the idea of starting a PE firm in the next 5years.

When was the last time you went on vacation, and what did you get up to? I feel like it's about time I walk away from work for a bit 🫠

Hi all,
I’m trying to learn how to do LBO modeling and modeling for DCM/ECM. I know how to do 3 statement modeling already and know how to do some LBO modeling but trying to learn the details I don’t know. I’m try… more

What questions do you like being asked the most in networking calls?

Are you satisfied with where you are in your career? Do you have any regrets? How often do you think about it

What is one thing you do to minimize burnout? I cut back on the drinking and got a personal trainer and I've been feeling a lot more stable as of late.

Anyone at goldman sachs here to refer me to a vp position in nyc/salt lake city

Anyone who is working for a bank recruiting for entry level financial analysts in Canada ? I am looking for a finance related jobs and recently passed CFA Level I. I know my career in finance is just … more

Looking for some advise..

Background: 7 Yoe. Manager of a large team. FP&A/Forecasting/Modeling role. Based in DC.

Looking to make a move to banking. Do i have a shot at associate roles?

I am considering going therapy because this job is getting to me. Does therapy help? Serious question.

Do you know what your MD makes? If so, please share. Keep anon. I'll start. $4m last couple years.

5 years in, I can say I find banking tough. Managing 100 tasks + thinking on the go + making stuff up / acting as if you know it when you don’t (toughest part). Like I don’t know what to look at in a … more

What kind of case interview can I expect from an associate leveraged finance commercial banking position at a Canadian MM bank? What kind of modelling is involved in debt financing and determining the… more

Are there any older associates in this bowl? I got into IB later in life. In my mid 30s now. I have a lot coworkers in their 20s. From your point of view, was it a good decision to jump into IB later… more

Anyone here currently invest or have invested in private placement deals before? Like to hear some pros/cons. Liquidity sucks but the potential returns are very attractive.

Hi guys,

Trying to break in investment banking. Have a good 5+ years experience working at Big-4 firms. Any tips how to do that? What are the positions and companies I should target?

Seeking advice! Offered full-time role at BB in London (2021), but depression led to offer being reneged after one year extension. From high 2:1 at UK target uni to Pass Pass Degree. Now recovering, aiming to re-enter IB.
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Investment tips to get portfolio started

How would you react to a lawyer on one of your live deals asking to work in your IB group?

Anyone heard of Configure Partners in ATL before? Any info?

Realistically how many hours a week are people working? And weekends a week are you working? Considering going to IB to increase pay for a couple years.

How long have you been in the IB industry and are you planning on sticking around for awhile? Most people on my team have an existing strategy but I really want to see how long/far I can go.

Are you good with time management? What are your methods? I am not taking good care of myself. I spend most hours working or drinking/eating out. How do you make time for gym or outdoor activities?

Are you single? Married? Have kids? I always thought I'd be a family man, but I find it quite difficult to maintain a healthy relationship with everything else I got going on. Have you postponed y… more

Does anyone know where I can look up recent investment banking deals in the market without any type of paid subscription? I have an interview coming up and I’m trying to find recent deals done by the … more

Are there any positive moments or memories from your time in IB that you feel have helped you to get where you are today?

Must be so good to be a senior. Send one email and work is done a few hours later. Like magic

Hi all,

I have an interview at a European bank. I am trying to determine culture - basically I want to avoid culture with nepotism, backstabbing, disrespectful colleagues. What kinds of questions can I ask that wi… more

Please is there anyone at Goldman Sachs willing to provide a referral?