Did you have a career plan when you joined IB? I had a whole plan on when I will make it to MD. After a couple of years, I feel tired/depressed and not sure if I want to stay for another 10 years.

likefunny
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

A tale as old as time

like

Lol

The plan was always to hop to the buyside as soon as I could lol

Nothing - I am now a VP on the buyside haha. I made the hop as an associate

funnylike

To build a career in finance, not knowing the toll the work will take on my health

Related Posts

Does paid internship in Canada, that relates to my degree count as work experience for express entry? This internship was not required for me to graduate.

like

EY GDS vs DELOITTE INDIA..?

Which one is better in terms of wlb, hike, career growth and job security.

like

Laid off, any tips on how to gain experience/sharpen resume while job searching? I was in a project management support analyst role/ Venture capital sales role. I’m thinking of getting certifications to increase marketability

likefunny

Leaving after one year to another biglaw firm?

like

New fish looking for career guidance.

I'm a corporate recruiter with 3 years of experience. Finishing my degree in HRM 5/2022. I'm thinking of getting my SHRM -CP shortly after graduation.

I'm not sure of where to go after that, but I doubt I will stick with recruiting or my current firm.

Has anyone here started off in recruiting and branched out to other HR functions? Do you like your new role? Do you wish you stuck with recruiting?

like

Hello everyone! My co-worker and I are preparing for the SHRM certification exam and Hoping to take it in December. I’m looking to purchase the SHRM learning system books from someone that has already taken the exam this year. Can someone point me in the right direction?

like

Need help , i have 12+ yoe and had interview with Wipro run by program manager for a possible role . What hierarchy is a Program manager in Wipro and what role or level will i fit in as during interview i did not got a clarity on designation even though they mentioned it's for project manager level .

like

I’m trying to get a rotation in FDD but my partner is worried about temporarily losing resources in our advisory practice. So, what are some things I could learn in FDD that I could bring back to the advisory practice that might convince the partner to let me go on rotation?

like

I am currently working at KPMG as an Analyst. I want to do my MBA in HR and Operations. The feedback that I received from people is that growth in HR is slightly restricted and that HRs don't get hikes (while switching) similar to that of Consulting or Finance or Marketing?

I am not solely interested in HR and am open to other domains as well.

like

I'm looking to get into production accounting, specifically interested in becoming a production accountant for a media production company. Any tips or advice? Any companies I should look into/reach out to in Toronto?

like

I am currently seeking a role in Consulting, my experience has been in in the intersection of Healthcare & Social Services in both the Private and NonProfit sector. I have a BA in Forensic Psych, an MPA, an MPhil in Public Policy and currently in the last leg of my PH.D in Public Policy with a specialization in Health Policy.

I would appreciate any advice anyone could give that might be helpful to help get my foot in the door.

like

I Have a passion for Products/features. Anyone have experience going into a junior Product Owner role?

I’ve been in IT for 10 years. Desktop, NOC, web server implementations, POS, site trainer, now service delivery analyst in fintech world.

I thought about DevOps, but product / UI / Features excites me more. Having technical knowledge helps me communicate with devs, but I also have the people skills / mindset for product.

Just looking for guidance on how to land a product role. Thanks!

like

I want to leave ZS associates and go to a product company
Anyone here who have don't a similar switch could you please give me some advice ?

like

I am very much interested in learning ML/DL but my age is 30 and currently working in Big4 Risk Advisory consulting firm and earning 11.5lpa.

Please suggest if it's feasible to switch in ML. Please explain me the pros and cons as well

like

ACN folks: I'm a sr. analyst in tech but can switch into strategy (md backing, good business case, etc.) but I am hesitant since there are not many strategy projects / roles. What should I do?

like

CFA or CAIA?

FDD/TAS Senior > Restructuring (Rx) analyst or associate (FAS/Banking) - Has anyone seen it done before? Would starting from Valuation instead of FDD be a better stepping stone to Rx banking. Also, I would imagine the best Rx banking exit would be to HL. Is FTI Rx (FAS) considered better than EY-P Restructuring consulting? How about compared to AM Rx (FAS). Thanks for any input!

like

Looking to jump ship, pay wise it isn’t a big raise big 4 to industry but title wise it’s better. SC to Director, is it worth?

like

Okay so I’m a newly licensed attorney in a very conservative part of TX. I just got my first job offer and I was worried at first thinking that I was in “Trump” territory, but I tested the waters in my interview and spoke about police injustices and how prosecutor’s job is not only to protect victims, but also defendants from police injustices. I have to let them know by tomorrow, but thoughts on if this is a good career move for someone who wants to work in transactional work-RE or Bankruptcy?

like

More Posts

Those who missed the TS&A FY21 session held today, Quinney told us there were only 12 promotes (2 of which are new MDs). TS&A has approx 200 people in it. Time to order a case of wine!

Hello everyone,

I resigned Today from my current employer for a different offer.

I discussed with my lead , he said if you really want to leave then prepare a good reason and leave on good terms, management will try to give lucrative offers so that you stay.


What are some safe resignation reasons to give so that
they cannot counter it and it looks genuine and safe as well.
I do not want to say that I am leaving because I am getting another offer.

Kindly guide 🙏

like

Hi All, I just joined and need your help with your likes so that I can be helpful to all. Thankyou

like

Hi, I need referral in Accenture. Can someone please help me with the same. Accenture India

Post Photo
like

Let's discuss next century start up ideas

like

Hello Guys

Do anyone have referral for SAP ABAP consultant/ developer
YOE : 2.8
current CTC ; 6 L/A
Location : flexible to relocate anywhere

like

What is tcs performance cycle ?

like

Is anyone working from TCS coimbatore location?

like

Dear TCSers,
How many of you are still Working from Home? Is WFO is not mandatory for everyone?

like

Does anyone know how to become an independent contractor?

like

Want to start using one of those casting sites to try to get gigs but I’m afraid of getting scammed in some way. Anyone ever experienced something like this with an agency?

like

Hi fishes I need your help. I joined a company 3 days back. Onboarding is completed. Now I have got offer from an organisation that is near my home town and ctc is also more. I want to join there. What should I do. FYI I checked service history in uan portal my pf account is not created yet for new organization. Need your humble opinion.

like
like

At first I wondered why everyone in my office was married to/dating each other. But now it makes sense, they're the only people you ever freaking see 😐

like

Thoughts on TBWA/ World Health in Chicago? Contacted for AD role. Currently work in shopper agency on heathcare brands

like

Publicis Sapient for creatives?

funny

What’s the story with Army account at DDB? Heard so many different things about their leadership and culture.

Carl Nassib 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

likeuplifting

Does Boston Consulting have an M&A and Private Equity Practice? Based on company webpage this is not quite clear…perhaps it is not a main focus as it is with, perhaps, Bain? Or the competencies are integrated within the practices of BCG?

like

McKinsey & Company Hey! Could anyone here help me with a referral to BCG or McKinsey? Happy to chat and share my resume McKinsey & Company Boston Consulting Group

like

Additional Posts in Investment Banking - IBD

Say I work in tech and have a decent finance experience. Would my 3 yoe of domain "expertise" in tech make me an attractive bet for the banks Tech coverage team? In other words, does having experience in Tech make me more hireable for IBD?

like

I want to be a client instead of an investment banker. Where do I sign up?

likefunny

Anyone analyze QoEs before? Need to come up with questions for due diligence call and looking for some guidance

like

When is external hire IBD recruiting season?

like

Is breaking into equity research/coverage teams as hard as breaking into traditional advisory/M&A IB being from a non target school with a non finance degree?

like

Hi - I’ve moved to Toronto (from Asia) with 5 YOE in Corporate banking + 2 YOE IB/capital markets (7 YOE in TOTAL) working roles in Front Office and financial analysis.

Believe I’d be a great fit as an Associate in the same space at the major banks (RBC, TD, Scotia, CIBC etc) or in PE/ Asset management.

Could someone help by mentioning the salary ranges I can expect?

Also any tips on networking would be appreciated. Thank you!

like

If anyone needs a cfa tutor Dm me I tutor all levels.

like

Thoughts on PJT strategic advisory?

like

Have technical interview (pen and paper only) coming up with a BB, can anyone offer advice/resources/suggested way to practice?

like

Question for more experienced bankers, when did you start to feel comptent at your job? For example, I am 5 months in and am still making small mistakes and getting corrected, feeling like I’m putting in the work and time but still miss things, thoughts on normal progression?

like

I am going to speak with a recruiter at Houlihan Lokey TMT in LA. I would like to know more about the group and its culture. Would love to connect and network🙏

like

I just graduated from a nontarget in Dec 2020 & am currently interning at PwC before I go back to do my Masters. My initial plan was to accept my full time offer and slowly work my way into IB.

I see postings right now for FT IB analyst programs. Should I even try applying online?

Ik recruiters don’t really read cover letters, but I learned about banking rlly late into college. i’m the daughter of blue collar workers who don’t speak English so I never really knew what jobs were “prestigious”

like

I can really use some direction. My background, I've worked 2 years in strategy and am currently coming off an exhausting year 2 in investment banking. I didn't particularly enjoy either role and am not interested in moving over to the buy-side or some monotonous FP&A role. Everybody says there's exit-ops aplenty, but I find myself with less options and even more picky than I did as an ambitious T2 undergrad student. Where do I go from here?

like

Am I more or less likely to be laid off if the economy tanks even more if I just started as an analyst two months ago

like

What are some great investment banks to work as an associate in the Washington DC area?

like

Thoughts on the Tech investment banking scene in Charlotte, North Carolina?

like

Anyone have any thoughts on Primary vs Secondaries PE as a career after coming from Tech M&A? Wondering if Secondaries is a good move?

like

For those that have worked at a Bulge Bracket and an Elite Boutique, I’d love to hear you compare/contrast your experiences.

like

Current student looking for advice. I interned at RBC Wealth Management last summer and currently have 2 offers for summer 2023 that require a decision next week: 1 for BASF (chemical manufacturing) and 1 for Peraton (defense technology); I am also waiting to hear back from SMBC (S&T), Point72, Lord Abbett, Boeing, and Shell. I hope to break into banking next summer, and I’m interested in the Natural Resources, Industrials, and Real Estate industry groups. Any advice on what to do? Thanks!

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal