Product Manager at a startup or tech PE Associate? Which will have better exit ops later on and more like to get to VC?

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Why not just exit directly to VC? With the right engagement experience, it's easier to go Consulting -> VC than Consulting -> Tech PE anyways

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I'm hiring for a position in my team
Department - Strategy role at a NBFC (Backed by Japanese Parent)
Requirements - MBA(Finance)/CA/CFA with 1-3 year experience.
Financial service experience with research and analytical skill background will be preferred, Budget - 20 LPA (Negotiable),
Location- Bangalore
Let me know if anyone of you with suitable skills and experience looking out. Comment/DM here!

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Hi fishes,

I got offer from OFSS @oracle financial services software
YOE: 8. Technology :PLSQL
Position: Principal consultant
Gross: 17LPA. PF: 1LPA
Variable: 2.5Lpa. Joining bonus: 1 lakh
Total 20.5LPA +1

is it good?
Any idea about average CTC for same YOE.

Thanks in advance 🙂

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Hi fishes,
Hope you are doing well. I am looking for a job having 3+ years of experience in Data Engineer domain/ Python Development. If your organization is recruiting for this position. Then let me know or forward my profile to your connections.
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