How does one ‘slack off’ in banking ?
Like if I’m staffed on something and there is work, who else but me is going to do it

Asking cos I want to

Hey guys! I just received luckily enough two offer from two big companies: one as a Senior UX in SAP Concur and another one at Microsoft as a Designer II in Microsoft Teams. The role matters until a certain point to me. What does it matter is career and learning perspectives. Do you have any previous experience with one of the two companies? All feedback or comment is very much appreciated, thank you!

Hi everyone! Just found this bowl and noticed it hasn’t been overly active in awhile. Let’s change that!

Also, I started doing the daily readings on the Conference of Bishops website. Anyone interested in joining me to set up a group bible study of sorts via zoom or something? Could be a good way to meet one another personally and professionally, and it’ll force us to hold one another accountable to do it everyday.

Has anyone seen any unique places to find UX portfolios or post jobs other than the usual suspects?
Some UX Slack channels were doing well for a while but I definitely don’t see as much traction there. Meetups obviously came and went. Even the portfolio sites like Dribbble and Behance don’t seem that same.

Generally curious how many companies offer phone reimbursement? My last gig did not but the current one does. Legally it seems, all employers are required to do so if we use our phone in literally any capacity (video call, slack, teams, emails etc). How prevalent is the issue of not reimbursing phone dues?

Anyone looking to do a case prep this weekend via Skype / phone?

Good morning,

I have a zoom interview coming up and I'm not sure how to go about properly asking about compensation if it is not my desired salary/pay. Does anyone have any tips about how to do so?

What are the zoom happy hours for work like? I have one today that I don’t want to attend but feel like I have to

When is it either allowed or seen as OK to start using FTO? I recently started here and while I’m not looking to slack off and take time off, I just want to know how it works. (Plus, I don’t want to not use something that I can or should use.) Elementary stuff, I know. But I’ve freelanced my whole career until now. Thanks

Has anyone had a client request zoom and virtual house showings?

Almost done with second weeks in industry. I absolutely LOVE IT! Ive been making a point to reach out to people from different teams via Slack and arrange a quick meet and greet zoom call. Been introducing myself mostly to the heads of each department, head of marketing, head of sales, head of product development. to get a better idea of what everyone does, and asked sales/product for walkthroughs of the products so that I know exactly what we offer as a company

Zoom (huge chunk, currently at loss)- sell or hold?

How do you mute someone on Skype? Asking for myself cause my coworker is annoying.

How are you teaching middle or high school chorus in the fully virtual realm? I’m looking for new ideas and techniques. I hate that my choirs can only sing on Zoom with everyone muted...that’s the opposite of choral singing :-(

Hi Fishes,

I got offer Letter from infosys 2.5 months back, now when I am trying to decline the offer by sending a mail to HR, it was not getting delivered as HR left the organisation 1 month back, I forwarded mail to feedback team of infosys but still got the mail from onboarding team with joining details and WebEx link, kindly suggest how to proceed in this case.

I’m not a biglaw attorney but have been working on a few matters with Wilson Sonsoni for some time. We have a good working relationship. Didn’t go to a T14, had middle of the pack grades. What’re the odds they’d consider me as a lateral in the Washington DC office? Is it even worth applying? Is a STEM background absolutely mandatory? Any other insights on culture and expectations at WS’s DC office would be appreciated. Thank you 🙏

I’ve been negotiating a settlement on behalf of a client. OP is a major corp. we’ve gone back and forth for months, almost a year. Finally came to a final agreement and we’re reviewing for final signature. Then client is reviewing and decides they want something else modified. It’s a point of contention. OP has said no. Should I communicate this to client before pushing back against OP’s rejection of the mod?

Have you ever snoop through your partner’s phone without them knowing? If so, did you find anything shocking?!

Any great product agencies in LA? Looking to move back there but it seems most the good ones are campaign focused 😢

Going from PR agency to a marketing role in-house, tips and advice pretty please!!!

VA CPA’s. How long does it take to get official license after passing the exams and submitting application?

For those with experience with Apache Superset, please tell me more. Why do you prefer it, which environment does it work best in, pros/cons, and why should I choose it over Tableau/PowerBI?

Anyone up for a virtual summer time meal this weekend?

Any PPMDs who moved from the West open to chatting?

What is flexible compensation in KPMG? Is it like variable pay which depends on company’s performance or your rating? And what is the % of performance bonus which we can expect?

Is Marathahalli a good place to live with family? Will relocate there from KOLKATA 🙂

Does anyone know what the dress code is for the upcoming CAALA Trial Skills seminar? Do people usually wear suits or is it business casual? Thank you!

Really over this job, but company just started my GC application. I hear it takes about 2 years. Is the GC worth the wait? Does the time go by fast? Lol I feel stuck here & just tired. Send help

What does everyone wear for client meetings in a WFH setting

Currently an analyst-level consultant working with a client that has an investment banking division. Since I have access to internal systems, could I reach out to bankers for networking from within using those systems? Or would that be too aggressive? lol

Has anyone who lateraled for an experienced IB role gotten moving expenses reimbursed? If so, how much was it? Thanks

Anybody willing to help a broke kid out with some mock interview prep?

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

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?

When is external hire IBD recruiting season?

Hi, was wondering if anyone has info on Investment Banking and/or buyside comp levels in copenhagen?

Senior Risk Consultant + CPA at big 4 (4 YOE) looking to break into IB with no Deals experience. Would appreciate any tips, tricks and resources for interview prep and beyond. I have an interview coming up with an MM bank in their Real Estate group. TIA

Directors/MDs, outside of promotion years, what’s been the largest YoY fluctuation in your bonus/TC? What did you attribute to it?

Thoughts on PJT strategic advisory?

What’s the best VDR and why is it datasite?

Hi all!

Could anyone please look at my CV and Cover Letter for IB associate roles? I need someone experienced to look at them before I start submitting.

Thanks!

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

I am new in London. I have 4 years of M&A experience in the buy side. I have come across an opportunity to work with Rede Partners in London. But I am not aware of what exactly they do and what to expect going ahead. Can someone please guide if they are aware of Rede Partners?

Any advice for moving from being a lawyer to secondary advisory or private fund groups that combine this with placement/fundraising?

Left IBD to quickly - VP1 opps?

Long story short - was lured into an opportunity to do BD for a large PE PortCo… better work/life balance, but honestly miss the deal cycle.

Anyone know of open VP1 opps right now?

Quick background - former MM banker (think Raymond James, Piper Sandler size) doing FinTech and Asset Management within FIG, but also open to other sectors.

Thanks!

Difference in A1 stub bonus when joining in March vs. summer as usual? I’m joining early, but still part of the 2022 Class.

Lower middle market bros. What’a your comp structure? I will share:
100k$ + 60k$ discretionary bonus

Any thoughts on BNP M&A in nyc