PE Ops / Private Equity Value Creation

Would you take any PE Ops role (Vista, which has bad comp / reputation) over staying in consulting if your end goal is to go into PE ops anyways? Struggling to decide whether the foot in the door is w… more

Need advice or feedback. Been interviewing with the same MM PE fund since November. They have been delaying the process due to management transition at the PortCo. Had a Superday 2 weeks ago at their … more

Anyone have any insight into what the KKR Capstone interview process is like? Cases? Financial modeling?

Starting to talk to recruiters about Ops PE opportunities. My challenge is I progressed from Analyst to EM role very quickly - within less than 2 years - and because of that I’m being considered for A… more

Are most PE OPs opportunities generalist or are there sector specific positions? Joining BCG soon as an advanced degree hire with a medical background and want to focus on healthcare related projects … more

Are the comp figures in last H&S and the Charles Aris PE Ops survey inflated or accurate? Seems higher than some roles I’m hearing about..

Anyone have advice for a Canadian (currently living and working in London, England) looking to move to NYC in PE?

How easy is it to hop from one fund to another, given it’s primarily headhunter driven? Feels like even if I look for opps, I’m at the whim of whatever hits the market.

Thoughts on PE ops role at Nordic Capital? Interview process and culture?

Which companies hire for PE ops roles in UK?

BCG to PE—Too Soon?

Been at BCG for 2.5 years, in good standing, and on track for Consultant in about six months. Just got an offer from a LMM PE fund focused on roll-ups—they want MBB talent for value… more

How much do KKR Capstone Principals make in total comp?

If I want to go to PE ops, should I switch from T2 (OW/ATK) to MBB after I graduate from H/S MBA?

Switching firms would cost me $100k in forgone income as I’m delaying my manager promotion by a year (… more

Just starting to think about PE ops exits. Any sample resumes someone can send me? Or any current PE ops people available to chat?

I think my background is good - rated 5 (highest rating) at McKinsey … more

Is it a reach to apply for a MM VP role as an 2 yoe associate at MBB?

5 years pre-MBB experience in product. Highest rating at MBB

Bain AP with an upcoming MM PE Ops interview. I was told case interviews will be part of the process (getting more info on the type/format). Does anyone here have experience with case interviews for P… more

Any comments / feedback on Insight Partners ASC role? Would love to know more about culture, wlb, comp - the usual

How often have MBB folks been asked about ratings during PE/Value creation interviews processes. Have you had to send your review memos? And have they typically asked for references?

Exited to an internal strategy team at a F100 company. Not loving it and think I should have targeted PE Ops instead. Anyone care to share advice on how / if it’s possible to make the transition? Have… more

anyone familiar with architect equity in Los Angeles - what’s expected TC/package for VP Ops role? last fund size was ~$100M
thanks!

Is DD or portco experience required to land PE ops role? I have done strategy work for large enterprises but no DD or portco work.

Folks who successfully made the exit to PE ops - How did you decide between joining industry vs. PE ops? What are the pros and cons?

Curious - how are folks finding getting access to PE Ops roles? Are you reaching out to certain head hunters or vice versa? What’s the best way to get out there?

Does Thoma Bravo use same or similar role titles (such as associate) for deal team vs value creation team?

How are folks kicking off discussions with headhunters for PE Ops roles? Which HHs are good to reach out to?

Have a LMM VP role super day coming up in the next few weeks for a Value Creation/OPS role. Set to meet with 6-7 team members in person. Have already been through some behavioral and case study rounds… more

Anyone who has transitioned from MBB/Industry to PE fund level, how long did the entire process take? From networking / interviewing to eventual job offer?

Currently principal at bcg, platform strong enough to consider partner but realistically would need a bit of luck to make mdp, thoughts on decision of either partner (pino) at BCG v director at portco… more

My offer shows carry on a per fund basis and is the same as my cash comp. How do I compare this to heidrick’s total carry number which is more like 3-5x the annual cash comp number?

What ballpark should director comp at a 150m ARR pe backed portco be?

anyone familiar with the Silver Lake value creation team? would love to hear more about culture, WLB, exits, etc.

Thoughts on Vista Equity value creation team? Is it a good exit from MBB?

Been working at a PE PortCo (P&L owner) since last year. Love it so far but thinking about switching roles in a year or so to follow my partner geographically. What does career progression look li… more

For those working in PE value creation - is this pivoting strategy feasible or a waste of time and my hard earned cash:
1. Become an investor in say 2-3 small companies, with the agreement that I can make strategic deci… more

Actively discussing a VPT role with Platinum for one of their portcos. I’m a sr manager at MBB.

Sounds like a great program so far. I’m tired of the client services mindset of consulting.

What are som… more

Any LMM Private equity firms hiring? Finishing up final stages of one group, but want a backup in the event I don’t get offfered the role.

Looking for advice here: 10 years of consulting experience (SM/AP level). Exited to industry ~15 months ago in a role that mixes strategy / M&A, transformation, & value creation type work. How… more

If I can get PE Ops from IB, is there any reason to try and jump to MBB prior to trying to make the jump to ops?

Anybody in PE Ops with worst WLB than MBB? MBB hours are my max and I’m able to sustain the hours but don’t want to increase it