I'm debating taking a Corp Dev job. I love the buy-side, but I hate the constant travel and stress. Would my career trajectory be stalled after leaving PE, or would the WLB make it all worthwhile?

What is salary of Software engineer in Berlin for 4 years of experience

Well, its a good thing I sold ARKF when it was $55 last year

Incoming MBA, I have my tuition paid for and rent covered (I will be an RA). So the only thing I need to pay for is food and entertainment. Do you think 20k is enough to last me through the 2 years? I will make a little money interning in the summer, so that would be a safety valve if I blow through the 20k.

Or… should I take a small loan?

Suggestions on how to improve at work? I feel like everyone knows more than me and feeling like I’ve been left behind. Where did all of this knowledge come from??

Hi everyone! I apologize ahead of time if this post turns out fairly long. I’d like to hear your thoughts and if you agree on some things I’ve been thinking about. 1/?

PC win or lose?

Is cross validation just about using different combinations of data blocks to test and train different predictive models in order to find the best model?

does booking sick date or vacation impact utilization?

Anyone else feel like their eyes are dry when they drink 5hour energy?

Looking for a REMOTE Paralegal Position in the Colorado Springs, CO area - preferably in Family or Criminal Law - If anyone knows of anything. If someone knows of a recruiter in that area as well, please let me know!
TIA!

Thoughts on the recession and entertainment jobs? Seems like a lot of companies are halting hiring new employees.

How’s the WLB for my Australian counterparts at T2 firms in Sydney/Melbourne?

Looking to do a transfer/rotation (from Canada) to Aus and am curious!

Booz Allen fish…Trying to gain some data for comparison. How many people are on your admin team? How is team morale? What’s turnover like? Are employees awarded or recognized for their work? How often? What about promotions? Are they happening regularly? TIA!

What AI tools should one consider for tech recruiting ? And has anyone heard of Celential AI

Would really appreciate everyones feedback.

Do CGI Renegotiates on Offer letter.

Is principal global good compared to Accenture?

Hey Sharks,
How much should one expect in a top consultancy firm, back end role (reasearch team) ?
Location: Mumbai
YOE: 7

For ex consultants without finance backgrounds who transitions to PE or Growth do you have any recs on podcast books to read that helped you build your PE/Investing knowledge?

Hey all,

What are some PE firms (likely mid-market) that specialise in doing Entertainment deals, especially in gaming hardware, software, solutions that underpin the value chains ?

Best NYC growth equity shops for WLB and career progression?

Is there anything similar to Vista Consulting Group for other PE funds? Heard KKR has its own unit of internal consulting - is that true? What other examples are out there?

How can you gauge whether a LMM pe shop with limited past employees has a good culture or not? I’m interviews with a few but feel like I have no clue if itll be sweaty, chill, etc. What questions can I ask to get insight into this?

What is a % range bump you can see in comp as you progress from Associate to SA at an MM firm? How about within Associate years (A1 vs. A2)? Got an offer from a secondaries firm and curious to know what the jumps are.

What are some feasible exits to the investment industry? PE seems to be too hard. Currently at Strategy& Deals Strategy and will leave at the 3YOE mark

Anybody use Axial marketplace? Thoughts on quality from buy side? Any other alternative marketplaces you look to?

Any advice for final round interviews for PE associate roles? Any unique questions you’ve seen? Any tips on how to standout?

I have a VC/GE interview coming up (phone screen) and personally don’t know much about the space , it’s just an area that has always seemed interesting.

Does anyone have Recommendations on how to get up to speed/good questions to ask during the phone screen?

I would assume the first call will be pretty standard to any other company, but just want to be prepared.

I’m on the consulting side (FDD) and I’m curious if there are PE firms with good WLB. I’m happy with my pay, growth, and hours. PE interests me but I don’t understand why anyone would want to consistently work 65+ hours a week every week. What’s the appeal? Making double the pay? What’s the exit plan?

Is a “coffee chat” the same as a first round interview for on-cycle recruiting right now?

Anyone here broken into real estate private equity from big 4 consulting? What steps did you take to jump into RE PE? What gaps in knowledge did you have and how did you fill them? Outside of the knowledge gaps what other things do you think you needed in order to get into RE PE?

Was just reached out to by someone from Barton. They say they recruit people for day-by-day contract work for PE firms. Are there any other firms that do this?

What are the best consulting firms for PE and VC exit, please include boutiques not just obvious ones

Once you join a MF in Europe in investment team, how common are lateral moves? Can you get go up a level if you make one and have some years of experience?

I left an investment bank to join a private equity firm about a month ago. I am now working on a deal that I previously worked on when I was on the sellside (I literally made the entire CIM). Any tips on how to handle this? Is it fine to tell my current firm everything I know about the company?

I work at M&A Strategy. But we hardly do any M&A activities (that are limited to separation and integration) and I want move eventually to PE/VC. Do you think I should look for other working options?

Anyone in IB/PE in Toronto? Would like to connect to learn more about the industry

Anyone move over to a portco role at a more senior level? Positive or negative experience?