Pros & cons of a corp dev role?

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So, it seems like the more senior your position is, the more you forgo capitalization and blatantly misuse grammar and punctuation. Just me?

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How many hours do you all really work any given week? What's good vs avg vs bad? State your position.

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If you knew what you know now, would you have taken on this position? I'm 100% confident that I would.

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What criteria do you look for when searching for your next position?

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Analyst move from a finance role to IBD - any advice?

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Pay/exit opportunities for Investor Services/Prime Brokerage at a BB?

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Buyside mid-tier ops role vs sellside entry-level sales? Thinking about applying for another gig, but I'm afraid of the pay cut...

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Exit ops that provide job security?

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What is the average salary @JPMC for Executive director in finance/controllers/FP&A role?

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What IB group is most prestigious/has best exit options?

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Is anyone here in a regulatory role

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What IB group is the least prestigious and has the worst exit ops?

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Currently doing credit for large corporates in my role, have been meaning to transition into a new role where I'll have more exposure to clients. anyone here work in Institutional Treasury Sales?

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How do I transition into IB if you are in an administrator/operations role?

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Business analyst in tech at a bank. What are my exit options outside finance

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VPs: How old were you when you got offered the position?

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What kind of questions do you ask when you go in to meet the team you would be working with? Already met with hiring manager, will be meeting with team now.

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What should you expect for a pay increase (%) when leaving for another firm? Context: 2nd year analyst in Finance at large IB moving to somewhat similar role (in Finance) at a PE firm, same level.

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What percentage of your annual net salary (inclusive of your bonus) are you saving? State your position.

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What do folks think about relocating to Charlotte for a corporate role?

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Bombed an interview due to lack of case solving experience. Any way to overcome it via thank you email to the interviewer and still hope to be in contention for the role?

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FIG coverage exit opps?? Is it as pigeon-holed as they say?

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Any advice on following up with a job application for a PE role? Or should I just sit here and keep my mouth shut? Trying to get out of my current role asap...

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I left my IB role on June and didn't start a new role until August. Do you think that this will raise question on an MBA application?

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I once got an offer at Facebook; I took this position instead. Wrong move?

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Trying to find a position at a VC? Looks like Jay Z is starting his own. And really, what could be better than working alongside Jay and meeting Queen Bey?

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Has anyone had an interview with a fintech company? How did the interview differ from interviewing for an IBD position?

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Best non-finance book you read recently that helped you in your finance role?

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So if you get a bonus that says 'you should probably start looking' - how do you spin the story to a recruiter? And what are chances of a similar role vs. industry change?

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Female associate here. My husband is pressuring me to have kids, and I'd love to, but I find it unwise and would prefer going down that path when I reach a more senior position. Anyone else?

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If your position came in drink form, what would it be? And write your position.

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Third-year analysts: do you feel like you're actively getting prepared for an associate role? Or are you doing the same old shit?

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When looking for a new position, do you prioritize comp or the experience/skills you'll be able to gain?

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It seems like so many people in this industry focus on the future (i.e., exit ops) rather than focusing on what's right in front of them... #liveinthemoment

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Had 3 rounds of interviews with a group last year in April, and the position was put on hold. They called me back today because they have need, but the SMD said that this would be a long process.

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If anyone is unhappy with their bonus at GS, it's probably thanks to Gary's $100 million exit package...

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How would you differentiate the first few months on a buy-side role vs. sell-side role?

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Want to do info interview w/colleague from prior group about her previous role (diff than current) in another firm, and possibly ask her to refer me to others. We're close but is it inappropriate?

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If you were offered a partner position now, but it required working until a typical retirement age (65 y/o), would you do it?

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Best consulting firms for PE work (CDD,Value Creation)? Looking for the best firm for exit ops to PE ops eventually. Thanks!

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Just received a verbal offer from Deloitte Healthcare Ops and Transformation. The salary would be a big bump, technically taking a demotion from SC -> C

I know they laid off people a while back and are now hiring again. Should I be worried about job security at all?

What’s D’s work/life balance like? Appreciate any insight

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Taking my shot in tech sales. Consulting was great experience but enjoyed the relationship and BD aspect more and didn’t see myself climbing to partner. Starting in a junior BD Rep role to learn prospecting and earn quota history. Took a big paycut for the potential future earnings as an Account Exec. Did I dun goof? Probably. But I’ll regret it forever if I didn’t take my chance now when I’m still single and young-ish.

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Best exit opp out of the following three with pay being equal: Senior Financial Reporting Analyst, Internal Audit Senior, or Senior Accountant?

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The Gradient Group is a place to find active jobs. If you are looking for work please take a look at

We only work with active jobs from companies our members want to work with, which means they go fast.

These applications are not passed-through to another system. We work directly with the hiring manager to get our members access to these career opportunities.

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How do MBAs feel about doing one year consulting then a year in industry strategy analyst role vs 2 years consulting?

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Am looking at exit opportunities and researching FAANG. Curious to understand why anyone would join Amazon which has the worst benefit of the FAANG? Can anyone share what’s better at Amazon that I am not aware of? Amazon and Facebook on sites lined up in January! So researching now!;)

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looking to apply for a Senior Consultant position at EY Canada Climate Change team and hoping to get a referral. Can someone from EY help with this? Much appreciated!!

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Hi all, Can someone help with interview questions with the Information Security Auditor role? Please

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Any fish 🐠 here work for a vc or firm that invests in early stage companies through seed funding, or series a etc... willing to chat with me and provide guidance on an opportunity I am exploring with a vc. I connected with a vc that has $1b under management and I am exploring a principal / venture partner level role with them. First time going through this process with a vc and would love some advice. 20 yoe, senior leader with FAANG. Thanks.

My company is hiring for CPAs for associate for our dispute and investigation group. DM me if interested. Preferably have audit experience.

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My team (People & Org Advisory) is hiring a Director, based in the Bay Area. Shoot me a note if you’re interested!

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Anyone have any killer quotes / resources / thoughts for framing the role of a creative brief to a client who has a tendency to get lost in details and soften language?

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Anyone in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) space? I am AEM architect and looking for change. Open for referral, if your team/company is hiring for AEM architect/Lead? Thanks

What is being a contractor at Google like vs full time? And what does a freelance rate look like for a senior designer position?

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Received offers from PNC and UBS. Same position. Same benefits. Purely seeking opinions on the companies. Previous experience at EJ. Left to get away from outside sales nature and isolation.

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Can partners comment whether Pwc is having another round of layoffs. This is so scary! Shouldn't they rid of partners who can't sell first?! Or pause hiring? Opp. cost to find and train talent again?

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McK 🐟: Is it helpful if a Senior Partner from another part of the world puts in a referral (looking for role in the US)

Trying to laterally move to another in house position. At my current company, Counsel is a Manager level position while Senior Counsel is a Director level and General Counsel is Senior Director. Would like to find if Counsel is a Director role at other companies.

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Any Amazon counsel or other FAANG attorneys willing to share how their comp review has worked? I’m really happy with my offer(lower base, really high signing bonus and decent RSUs) and was told their would be yearly comp reviews but wondering how that plays out the first few years...

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I’m a VC in SF and have been spending a majority of my time helping companies navigate the uncertain terrain ahead. I am able to address obvious concerns around fund raising and pivot strategies , yet there are many questions I am struggling to answer regarding PPP eligibility and this one. . “ Is there a way to ethically lay off employees?”

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What's Amdocs providing for this Diwali ?

Anyone with experience in the short term rental space willing to connect?

I was in the market for a first time home in New York but the market and rates got too out of hand. Recently pivoted to a few out of state options for an STR and would love to learn from someone who's set one up.

Thanks!

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Does PHR certification help in India, as this is globally recognised how much valuable is this currently in indian job market.

Do we got some good offers or its another certificate just to add to CV after so much of investment & time I don't want to get this wasted !!

Need suggestions ??

I’ve just passed the final interview for a Business Development Manager position for SaltPay, UK. Does anyone know of the commission structure, KPI’s etc to expect? We didn’t get a chance to discuss it in my other interviews (it’s been a very quick process) . Would love to hear any insights you might have in the company. Thanks!

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Got a notification from Honeywell that my application is “under consideration”. Does this mean that it is actually under consideration, as in it didn’t get kicked out by ATS? Or is it just an acknowledgment that it was successfully submitted? It took about 3 business days to get the notification.

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Hi folks, I have been with Amazon for a year and looking to change due to poor wlb. How do I get a interview with them and how high is the bar compared to Amazon india?

Google

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What is your dream salary? Like your FU number!?

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My company is hiring for CPAs for associate for our dispute and investigation group. DM me if interested. Preferably have audit experience.

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Anyone joining Deloitte India on 19th September

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Any suggestions on resources for corporate contract drafting? I have been largely responsible for employment matters and basic contracts. Starting to work on buy/sell of goods and services; not huge but also not employment agreements. Looking for refreshers... been a while since law school and the bar. Thanks

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Why is PWC looking for so many people in Denver? It looks like they have 70+ new posting s in the past week alone. Just keeping lines in water or what?

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What is the best Change Management certification? I see Prosci everywhere but I recently learned about the one offered by Association of Change Management Professionals (ACMP). I’m currently a Sr Program Manager within the Change Management arm of a small boutique firm looking to get certified in hopes of exiting into a better role/company.

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Morning ! Just setup a coinbase pro account yesterday but I got the trading prohibited message . Does anyone know whats going on?

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Looking to purchase my first home…yes at 47 years old…single family for me and my 4 daughters. Need a good mortgage with a low interest and a good program for teachers. In Northern California

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Is building a personal website using Wordpress a good way to stand out as a PM candidate (junior) or is it better to code it from scratch? - I have some coding knowledge but mostly concerned if hiring managers would care.

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Any one here with BD? It’s a really big company is that good or bad? Have an interview coming ip

Can anyone share their crypto DCA investing strategy given all the withdrawal/ transfer fees? Ideally I would like to trade on Coinbase Pro or Binance and store them in BlockFi and Celsius network

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Hello! I’m looking for study materials for the PHR. Does anyone have recommendations for cost effective resources or perhaps willing to part with your study materials?

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