What is going to give me the best chance of moving into PE/IB industry: staying at PwC working in the Deals Consulting team for another year or two, or attempting to move to a startup, unproven PE/VC fund (have 2nd stage interview but unsure it’s the right move)?

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Lot of people I know in IB are experienced hires from Big 4 firms (similar teams as yours). Would suggest networking with those you’re working on a deal with from an IB, especially if you believe you’re producing quality work (I.e. gun modeller)

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