Just had my first experience interviewing with a PE ops team; case interview was lead by a junior employee who hadn't bothered to review a resume & very clearly had not been taught how to lead a case interview.

Have other PE opportunities, so second guessing if this is the right exit path. Is this typical of what to expect with the larger funds that have consulting/portfolio ops. teams? Anyone have a similar experience?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Very surprising experience. I currently work in PE Ops and interviewed at a few other large funds and never experienced this. Must be one-off.

like

Definitely put me on my heels but reassuring to hear that’s not your experience.

My experience was different. Case was given by the most senior MD.

like

Historically, this is what I’ve experienced with T1’s & boutique consulting teams. Glad to hear that it’s shaping up like my experience is not the norm (albeit there is a sour taste it’s now leaving)

like

I’m in PE ops as well and interviewed at several firms and never had this experience, sounds like one-off. Sorry to hear you had a bad one. On to the next—I’m sure something good will come along!

like

Much appreciated and glad to hear that was not your experience. Given this was the first one in the hopper, I wasn’t quite sure what to think.

I’ve got crossover with some of their non-ops side, so I debated getting their take. But on to the next!

What was the firm?

like

Not worth your time if that’s the representation they choose to display. Just a proxy for what your full-time gig would look like.

like

This seems to be the only real takeaway.

OP - How did you land your PE Ops interview? I am currently in consulting and want to make the switch to PE Ops.

like

If you have MBB interviews on the way, it could be worth dipping your toes in the water.

I’m currently trying to enter in from the second path (have some additional exp. working in my favor), so it’s not impossible. It just appears the best opportunities would come from the former.

Related Posts

I'm an Identity and Access Management Engineer with 4.7 years of IT experience in Identity and Access Management domain. I am currently on the lookout for a new position with Visa sponsorship in UK. Looking for job in Big 4 , Goldman Sachs, JP morgan, Morgan stanley , Ocado, Wise, Sainsbury's digital , Accenture. Kindly let me know if any one can refer me. Sainsbury's Accenture Wellsfargo Wise JPMorgan Chase Morgan Stanley EY KPMG PwC Ocado

like
likehelpful

Hello Everyone,

I am in search of a Project Manager role. I have about 4 + years experience managing projects and in consulting.

I am about concluding the google certificate in project management, and one unique think I bring into any team is my strategic thinking and ability to solve problems in record time.

I am based in Canada and a remote role will be great.

I anticipate your responses and recommendations thank you very much.

like

Can anyone guide me how to switch from Microsoft to Google.
MS tech stack : M365 ( Intune , Defender)
Google tech stack interestes in : Google workspace.

like

Hello Guys,
Any idea how is the role for Program Manager Data Intelligence.
Is it SQL coding intensive ?

like

Hello fishes ,
I'm a Fresher currently interning at a company , in the meanwhile I have applied for the position of junior analyst - knowledge team at BCG

It would be great if anyone could guide me through th whole recruitment process/ how to prepare etc

Would be highly appreciated
Thank you

like

Can anyone suggest interview questions for angular developer exp 2 years

Does anyone follow any influencers for building an online business? I'd really like to study more.

like

One year at apple and planning to switch, is it considered too short?

likefunny

Hi Fishes,
1 doubt. We usually get a call before the interview scheduling, for discussing our experience, skill sets, etc., At that time itself, most of the recruiters ask for our cctc & ectc. Then they schedule the interview and further rounds.
So my qn is, can we change the ECTC during HR disc. from what we mentioned in the initial call (before the interview)

like

Anyone hiring entry level producers?

like

What's the career path for FP&A like? Particularly for someone leaving B4 after 2 years

like

Creative extroverts? I shifted away from design and into strategy because I am highly extroverted and didn't see anyone like myself in creative at my internships. Now I'm second-guessing it.

like

Did anyone got offer letter from mindtree whoever interviewed after May first week?

What is Grade 5 mean in Hexaware ?
Can anyone explain the hierarchy

like

Moving on to new field , practice area or leaving the profession altogether ??

like

For those that recently got a job offer, how long did it take from Final Interview to Offer? And then how long from offer to start date?

Any C-Level executive assistants? I’m transitioning into the role.

like

More Posts

If taking a day to recover from seasonal sickness while traveling to the client, do you bill the client? Note: I didn't do this, but want to make sure my guidance to charge PTO is valid.

like

Just started traveling and it seems like the tv in W hotel is weird. The guide button is just channels and doesn’t show you the schedule of the shows. Am I just stupid or I need to click other button?

like

What's your experience working with United Way?

like

All we need right now is the internet to stop working globally and then ....

likefunny

Male swim trunk brand recommendations? Prefer shorter slimmer European cut

like

AVIS car broke down and it's a damn Chevy impala. I have been sitting in the parking lot for the past 2 hours ...

Does these Big4 companies have openings for Biztalk developer??

like

Going to Miami for a couple nights. W South Beach, Ritz, or Edition?

Fishes - Any senior level position open in @pwc @kpmg for Oracle?

I got notice everything at the new firm is good to go. Now to give notice. I’m dreading it. I really really like my boss but this opportunity is too good to pass up. How do you even start? I’ve been in this role 8 years. How to give notice?? Yikes! I’m giving about 2 1/2 weeks notice. 10/17 start date. Any help is appreciated!!!

like

Are admissions consulting services helpful / worth it?

like

When are you planning to tell your employers about leaving for biz school?

like

CBS MBA: does it make sense to apply for Round 3 (deadline in one month)? Any one know how hard or easy it is to get in this round compared with ED or R1?

like

can anyone tell me what is the work policy in S & P Gurgaon ? is it hybrid model or wfh?

“When everyday offers you the opportunity to learn something new while at the same time making decent money and helping people. It’s WIN WIN, there’s no better career.” - Realtor

like

Looking for a remote/hybrid job working on Global Information Reporting (FATCA/CRS). Prefer to be in house. In the NYC/NJ/CT area. I would appreciate any leads. Thanks!!

like

How can you quantify all benefits, besides medical, dental and vision. My numbers say I would be taking around a $8k pay cut. I currently make $65/hr as a BA, but I do ALL the QA work, and even PM, they are offering me full time at $110k/year with “bonus of 10%”… but I feel i am taking a big pay cut and bonus Will have to wait another year. I counter offered $115k, because the initial offer was $105k, and the HR lady told me $110k is the final offer. Is it worth going to full time? Advice?

like

When I’m on a pitch that’s happening soon and the senior team starts second guessing themselves...

Post Photo
like

Fellow VMLY&R fish. Overall thoughts on the merger so far? Personally, I feel like leadership is focused on the right things and I’m excited to be a cog in the wheel of what they’re trying to build.

like

Sometimes I be like “Dayuuuum, I’m so cute and I’m a frigging catch, anybody would be lucky to have me”. On other days, I’m just trash, a joke, or several memes: the ultimate degenerate.

funnylike

Additional Posts in Private Equity and the Buy Side

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

like

Who is covering blackstone?

What are the best Growth/VC firms in Canada?

like

Which MF values their Ops team? Hear a lot about “getting treated like second class citizen.” Does that just mean they get paid slightly less (and also work much less I heard), or are they actually not valued by the deal team?

like

What does a “successful” intro meeting with a headhunter look like?

like

Is it possible to negotiate location for Bain Capital? Have had a few opportunites presented for Boston but would prefer to stay in NYC

like

Currently an RX senior associate at A&M. Ive dealt with a fair amount of distressed pe firms and I'm pretty interested in the space. I think the skillset is much broader and opens me up to learning a lot of new skills. One thing Im curious about is how to make the move over to a invest role.

Ive toyed with the idea of doing a 2-3 year stint in RX IB at Houlian or a similar MM or EB but just am not sure if that's even needed. Anyone have some insight or suggestions they could offer? Im all ears

like

Have an incoming interview with headhunter for MM PE firm. Role is on the strategy side (70% investment/thesis generation, 30% portco ops). Anyone have experience with these interviews?

like

How is the current hiring season with HH. Is the current season slow due to it being after the big on cycle push, if so, when can we expect hiring to ramp up?

like

What’s the best way to go about researching VC firms? Beyond stage/industry focus and investing team, I am not finding too much more information.

like

How long did it take you to get an off-cycle PE offer? How many first round interviews? Average number of total rounds for the offers?

like

Simple question about hurdle rate, let’s say the hurdle rate is 8% and an investment returns 20%, the GP gets their cut out of the 20% right instead of 12% ie 20% - 8%

like

No experience in PE, yet invited to take a „Business Sense“ Test. Topics are things such as the Moat principle (by Buffett). Test is 60 min. Any preparation advice ? (Resources, etc.)

like

Had a friend copy me into an email with a Henkel recruiter. Submitted my resume through their portal but haven’t heard back. What is the best way to get in contact with them?

like

Does Ares really hire consultants for deal team?

like