I have an interview in two days at Alvarez & Marsal, Transaction Advisory Group, Financial Due Diligence for an analyst position. The interview will be with a Senior Director and a HR recruiter. Any tips? What should I expect? Background: Currently I work as a consultant for a Big 4 firm and want to make the switch to M&A/TAG at A&M.

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Oh ok must be outside of the US. Good luck!

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