Hi all - any advice on how to make the transition from BigLaw to IB / PE with circa 8 years experience working as M&A and PE lawyer? Many thx in advance 🙏🏽

Does anyone have a therapist they really like in lower Manhattan or North Brooklyn area?

Thoughts on DWT Surge in Seattle? What was the whole structure and experience like for you? How long did you do it? Do you recommend it?

What does the rank on offer letter means (42,44 etc.)? Also, what’s the hierarchy in GDS among Assitant manager, Associate manager and manager.
Expected to join in December - when do appraisals happen for FY23 and what sort of ball park number can I expected given that it will be prorated.

Has anyone here worked through and survived their partner’s porn addiction? I thought we had worked passed it but it’s recently resurfaced. I’m absolutely gutted with no answers at this point. I know it’s an addiction and we’ll have ebbs and flows. But I thought I’d have some reprieve for more than a year. I’m just exhausted from it and the consequences it has on our marriage.

Thoughts on dipping into the condo market? Was thinking of waiting till March but don't think prices will drop that drastically and will be ok long term...

Where did you come from? How has your onboarding experience been?

Has anyone seriously used PrepLounge for case prep, and is it good for networking/referrals?

Just received demographic results from a diversity survey. 75% response rate. Not sure if diversity percentage should use the total headcount or total number of people who responded to the survey. I'm looking for guidance. Thanks!

in the portal, the status is showing as Interviewing, while my TR and MR round is completed, the MR told me , you're selected, HR will contact you।
When can I expect a call from HR team ? Its been more than a week.

Does anyone have any experience on the transactions and strategy role within EY? Is that a good position

How much $ should I be getting paid? I’m a SWE with experience in django, Java, react, sql, and aws. I have a few years of freelancing experience but only a year of FT experience. I live in nyc. TIA!

The week before XMAS and it feels like the full moon in the ER. My husband is having an existential crisis, my best friend is crying at work, my mentees are in tears over Zoom calls, partners are quitting - the mental health challenges seem to be on overdrive right now. I’m just trying to stay sane enough to help manage this circus; my self-care today is working on my couch with the video turned OFF, eating as much chocolate as I want and scheduling a “meeting” to get some cardio this afternoon.

Do you actively include pieces of the mission statement in your marketing?

I am looking for project/business analyst roles.

I decided to graduate a year early, double majored in Health Policy & Economics and Global history.

I don't regret that decision. Being at Vanderbilt wasn't the best experience, esp for an immigrant w/ low SES status.

While COVID impacted my plans for the two summers I had, I made the best use of the opportunities I came across. I know I am skilled, more than competent, but sometimes seeing so many rejections makes me question my abilities.

Would anyone who works in P&O at PwC like to chat? I came across a role that’s pretty much a dream job for me (I’ve worked in proj management hence my title, but my background is in business psych). Thanks in advance :)

Looking to transition to IB, doable with the below background? Recs?
Currently Management Consultant (3 YOE)
Worked on several Finance projects (AI, Data analytics, Process improvement, governance)
Masters in Management at M7 (took training the street courses while there)
STEM Undergad at Top 30

When does Deloitte Corporate Finance start recruiting for FT investment banking analysts positions for 2023? Also, would anybody at DCF be willing to give me a reference?

Anyone have any insight to the leveraged finance group at JP Morgan?? Would love to chat for a quick bit.

Is IB experience valuable even from your “local boutique”

What is the process for resigning from JP Morgan or other investment banks? Is there an intranet link or it's just telling your staffer?

Whats the best way to find the beta for CAPM? Is daily, weekly, or monthly price data better? How far historic should you go?

Would you accept a RMA position at Brown Brothers Harriman? Do you believe the job could open opportunities and be interesting?

Do expat packages still exist? How can I try work up to get them? How generous do they tend to be? Growing up all of my well-off friends seemed to be living off them and want to try and give the same to my kids

Received an offer for a CMBS Origination role (BB). What are the hours generally like within these groups?

Case model test coming up. I have 2 hours to complete it. No specific details but would like to ask what you guys think it might be of and how I can best prepare? Thank you!!

London 🐠 what is the typical first year analyst total comp nowadays?

Apologies for the basic/broad question - but what does the career path look like in IB. If I were to join as an analyst where are the big pay increases, exit opportunities (other than PE)/ timing, and is going for an MBA common?

Thanks!

Any industry or consulting fish able to comment on transitioning to investment banking associate? Have an offer and am worried about the hours and intensity. Have enjoyed the people but associates have told me to expect 80-90 hour weeks and on call.

What are associate lateral interviews like? I cant find much info online, strictly seeing MBA associate posts.

I took and passed all three leves if the cfa. How hard will the SIE, 63, and 79 exams be in relation to that? Will it require significant study time or will there be some overlap?

Does anyone have any background info on FT partners? Culture, WLB, pay, etc.

Does Truist IB have a good reputation in the market?

If I get a CFA but have zero experts in investing or portfolio management, will the Charter, alone, get me a job? If so, what would my expected salary be?

I’m 40 yrs old with 14 yrs of public sector Defense Budget experience making $102K now for a Big 4.

Hi All,
New to the app and would love networking. I have 5 years of work experience in corporate finance and looking to break into investment banking. Currently working Deloitte after completing my master’s from NYU. Happy to share my resume and skills in DM

Thank you