Is it a smart career move to interview for SWFs in the Middle East (especially Mubadala and ADIA)? How does an Associate position in these funds compare to a mega fund in London (comp, progression, WLB, type of deals etc.)

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Comp a lot higher esp the no tax thing, WLB also better, deals- will be looking at same types of deals as MF with big difference being things can politically motivated and demotivated

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Mubadala do hire consultants but getting harder with emiratisation. I previously worked there after working at a T2 firm. They have some ambitious plans which makes it interesting but culture is a real shock for most IBs from Europe and the US.

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Director 1, you nailed it.

Temporarily would be cool for sure given higher comp. ADIA would be great - I think Amity runs their process?

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Do they hire ex-IB only? I’m guessing they’re not particularly consultant-friendly ...

Could try for a consultant friendly fund and then make lateral move?

If you are male it is an option

Do you have any experience with recruiting in the region? I’d love to get some insights!

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