What’s M&A? Wrong answers only

Which role is safer during a recession? TAS or VAL?

Does anyone work in project management advisory? If so, what’s it like compared to audit? I’m interested in a role at PwC. Thanks!

What’s BCG X? How is it different from BCG Gamma and other tech oriented units?

How is SAP practice in LTI... Do we have ample implementation projects?

Will the learning be good and how about firm culture , onsite opportunities?

Why does PwC CMAAS make so much more than the other AAS groups?

How's the data science team in Gurgaon? Any insights, anyone?

How is the data practice team at coforge. They told client is an insurance company.
Can anyone share more . about it.

Any comparison of M&A in practice vs in-house?

Looking to make a change from Canada (Toronto) to Dubai. Any thoughts or Big4 Cloud Consulting roles in the ME? Deloitte is generally the global leader. Any thoughts on Digital/Cloud Transformation in MENA?

What is the FDD PwC equivalent at the other big 4 called? Is it also FDD? Thinking of applying to all to compare offers.

How is PwC emerging tech apps division? And how's the Mulesoft practice there. If anyone can give insights, it will be really helpful.

I got an offer for senior Salesforce associate for support project. The skill set mentioned was LWC, apex and configuration. Wanted to understand how the work will be for Salesforce support in PWC.

Anyone from Deloitte have insight for the Blockchain & Crypto focused tax practice? M1 in international tax contacted by Deloitte recruiter to join the group but didn't know this existed.

Any KPMG FDD associates willing to chat?

How is Microsoft's Customer Value Engineering team? How is the work culture, work life balance and growth opportunities?

Is it possible to transfer from audit 8 months in to FDD considering this market? I feel undervalued and want to contribute more…

Do McKinsey make your own slides or do you outsource it all to your graphics team? Asking specifically for NA.

Hello,
How is work like in advanced analytics department at Novartis?

Thanks in advance

Is it worthwhile switching from EY GDS in business consulting role for aMBB knowledge team like Bain Capability etc?

Hello Everyone,

I've 2 years experience in Mainframe COBOL in Capgemini and I would like to apply for the same in outside as well.. can someone please refer me?

Has anyone made a move from east coast to CA big law (diff firm) and only taken the CA bar upon moving? Had a recruiter tell me one MUST be barred in CA to even be considered and am curious about folks’ experiences w this

I’ve been in tech sales for 20+ years. Have an opportunity to take a position at a tech company in Sales Enablement. Anyone have some insight into this type of role? Is it interesting, challenging, collaborative?
Thinking about coaching others in sales could be fun for me at this stage.
Would love some input as this is a new field unfamiliar with.

Toured One Paseo in Del Mar this week and it’s just so damn perfect💔 But that price tag 😭💸 super new to SD. Any recommendations for similar vibes elsewhere that might be a bit more reasonably priced? Looking to stay away from downtown/super urban areas but not interested in extremely isolated areas either.

Hi All- I’d love to hear from the community what the focus areas are for Tier 2 firms in the region Are there certain sectors the various firms specialize/ focus on? It seems like everyone focuses on public sector and tmt. Currently interviewing at a few and would be great to get some feedback. Thanks!

What is the Joining process in Juniper Networks?

When will I receive laptop, my Joining date is 4th April,
Do i need to go to Bangalore?

What were some circumstances where you have had to to let go of an internal company offer after accepting it?

I can’t anymore I can’t 😭

Do we have access to learning platforms like Coursera and udemy or anything else? Or do we have an option for reimbursement?

What’s the best VDR and why is it datasite?

What are some easy to make, low stress holiday meals for a school holiday staff party? I was "volunteered" by our principal to set it up this year (🙄). I'm making decorated sugar cookies but kind of drawing a blank when it comes to savory dishes. Bonus points if you have any adult holiday themed games or fun drinks to suggest! It's off school property and there will be a bar (thank god), for context.

If you are trying to pursue music and have an EP out, how do you start getting gigs lined up? Where do I start? SEND HELP (or advice) lol

Any thoughts on Troutman Sanders?

Does anyone have experience working for Connections Academy or another virtual academy? I am very interested in teaching from home, but most virtual jobs I have reviewed still require you to come to an office/ school building. I want to know what it is like, specifically the work load. Would you say more or less than public? How does classroom management, amount of grading, and freedom of curriculum differ?

I currently work in ops consulting, would I have the appropriate background to make the jump?

What do I say and resign to get released early? Cant wait for 3 months notice period to get over.

What inspired you to join this industry?

Is Assistant Director at EYP same as Senior Manager at Accenture?

How are Corporate Development and Corporate Finance roles different in Industry? Is one sub set of another?

Private Equity groups at Oliver Wyman, S&, and EY Parthenon have all invited me to interview. Alix Partners has reached out to build out the Galt Co acquisition. 1. Anyone else who is considering a move to private equity consulting, are you concerned with joining at what could be the peak of M&A? Are these companies being rational in such a hot market when it comes to hiring? 2. Any thoughts on the quality of these teams relative to one another?

Do industry professionals involved in M&A sign to close and integration work long hours too or do they peace out at 6

Hi all. I am looking to crack into the pe value creation space. Any tips or recommendations? Mckinsey senior EM and LBS grad with some early tenor investment banking experience; currently based in the middle east working for a public sector infrastructure player.

All, Is it better to work at Alvarez & Marsal than the big4? Looking for better pay and work life balance

Good book recommendations on the basics behind M&A deals and the DD process? Asking for a friend who is looking to start a search fund and has operational experience but no finance.

What are the best exit opportunities after working in ODD, CDD, valuations for a few years? IB? PE possible?

Ok, what does ‘F’ mean

Align to non-M&A offering but do a lot of work in the space (DD, integrations). B4 recruiter reached out and wants me to provide resume@for review with hiring partner. Does it work if I provide a bio with summary of M&A projects (client names removed) instead of a traditional resume? Also plan to list education and previous roles.

Any insight into TCS M&A group? They reached out offering $200k for an M&A specialist role and would be a significant jump from my current salary. Unsure what they do in M&A space since they focus largely on delivery vs strategy

Looking to break into investment banking M&A as a lateral analyst. Been doing Valuations for almost a year (graduated spring 2018 from ug). I've practiced modeling and finance questions. Cont...

How would you rank the strategy firms in terms of their private equity consulting practices?

Any way of being in Ey s&o and being local? As in, is there a team that mostly does projects that are local (NYC)

Does anyone have recommendations for thought leaders/influencers in the M&A space? Looking for blogs, books, YouTube videos? Not currently in the space, trying to learn more as I’m thinking about a pivot after a few years in consulting/startups

Recently left KPMG FDD for another FDD role at a growing firm and love it. PE focused. If you are interested in doing the same shoot me a DM.

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Anyone have insight into Deloitte’s M&A strategy, diligence, and restructuring group? What kind of projects do you see the most and what’s the culture like?

Hi M&A professionals, please recommend between Deloitte M&A M vs Aon M&A AD. Both in London.