Which would you say is the most beneficial for long-term professional development? CorpDev or Corp Strategy?

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

Whats the difference?

Pros and cons OP?

Corp dev - M&A. Strategy - a bit of a mixed bag, focused on overall direction of the firm

The power is in the P&L long term. If you want long term, corp dev and corp strategy are not the place.
Generally competitive to get into, and are lean teams with not much upward mobility. Also, when times get tight, you are an expensive cost center and can easily be laid off.
I’ve transitioned myself to value creation as corp dev and strategy is kind of dead rn.

Related Posts

Just graduated w a FT offer at a T2 (S&O, OW, LEK). However, full time start date has been pushed to next year. Is there any way to recruit for MBB in the next coming months? (Realise that hiring is low because of COVID)

Had two final rounds w MBB during UG recruiting and if I have to wait several months to start FT. Iwould rather start a career w MBB if at all possible.

like

Out of these 3 which one will be good for long term and offer job security.
1.
Northern Trust Corporation
2. Capgemini
3. Epam anywhere not EPAM Systems
I am tired of changing companies.
Now, I want to stay in one company for long term till retirement

like

Anyone ever make the switch from consulting for a life sciences consultancy or boutique to an ops role in a fund investing in payer/provider or healthcare systems?

like

Working as an analyst in Energy Practice assisting case teams with renewables, utilities, O&G, digital strategy. Net experience 2 years! Want to go for higher studies.

Should I
1. Go for technical masters? (if yes, do recommended some good courses)
2. Wait to gain enough experience for a MBA in US/EU

Thanks!

like

Hi fishes,I have around 5.2 yrs of hands on exp in data engg. and able to clear service based companies interviews easily.Now I want to switch to product based companies as I am looking for some good work,good salary but I am not really strong in dsa as it's not part of my daily work.I don't really use trees and graphs as part of my daily work.
How shall I switch to product based companies considering DSA is their 1st round itself.what level of DSA can I expect from companies for data engineer position?

like

I can’t get out. I’m a barred attorney looking to move into a JD preferred role. I don’t like being at a firm. I’ve applied to hundreds (literally) of contract, compliance, regulatory, etc. sort of jobs. I’m not looking for a crazy salary either. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. How do I make the switch? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks

like

I have over 12 years in B2B sales/sales management experience along with a graduate degree. I am wanting to shift gears and I am at a point where I can invest time in myself to learn through practical experience. The new industry I am wanting to pursue is real estate investment. I have read all the books but want some hands on experience on the property management side. How could I best leverage my skills for a role in this, and what should my expectations be for negotiation in compensation?

Folks applying for Data and Analytics roles in the industry at M, SM, D Levels, what technical/functional topics do you prepare for on the Analytics side?

like

Coming to the realization that consulting is not for me (tech person) feeling angry that salaries at D will never be on pair with FANG and that leadership is not tech focused. For example you could be a soul contributor at fang making 240k and people at Deloitte wait 10+ years to earn that as Senior Managers because they need to climb the corporate ladder. It seems super clear cut to me now, if you want to make money in tech don’t join consulting firms. Am I wrong?

like

What’s the best way to break into life sciences VC/PE from a LS consulting background?

like

General practice or specialized center of excellence (CoE)? KPMG Strategy has certain CoEs, one of which I am part of. The TMT general practice hints at wanting to bring me over. What are the pros associated with becoming more of a “generalist”? I’m current in the technology CoE. M level

like

Any good site/utube channel to learn SAP HANA

like

What do you think are the new things to learn in data engineering in Azure platform

Have an interview with Morgan Stanley for an analyst role with their financial crimes team - is this a good starting position for someone looking to make a career change? What’s the salary?

like

Functioning currently as a PM without the title looking to transition onto the project side completely —what would be the best way to pivot?

Adding that a SCRUM is currently in the works. Open to switch companies and looking for remote.

Is it worth pursuing a management position coming from being an engineer? What is your opinion on trying to go this route?

like

I thought I really wanted to be a chemical engineer but the reality of the day to day has been disappointing to say the least… is this a common sentiment for a first job? Do I just have to keep going to get somewhere interesting?

like

Considering switching to a hybrid or fully WFH position, does anyone here have a role like that? What are some of the pros/cons?

like

More Posts

Hi All.
I am looking for Salesforce Functional BA roles in Accenture. I am currently working with Persistent Systems. Please let me know if there are any relevant openings.

Would putting out a lever referral link for my company on a public site (Reddit) be frowned upon? I get money for every hire.

like

The creators of GIFs may be dead, but the debate about how to pronounce it is alive and kicking. I go with the hard G, like in Graphic. Votes?

likefunny

I’m looking for developers with react and angular skills for an Indian product company. I’m not able to get good resources from job portals. How & where to find candidates with decent skill sets..??? I’m looking for just 2-3 years of work exp.

like
like

Hi, I have FE technical interview with @IBM this Friday. Can anyone please suggest how to prepare? YOE 4

like

Hi All, I am new here. I am a small business owner and bake custom cakes for all occasions. Just wanted to share my business here. Please check my Instagram handle @cremenganache. Do follow if you visit!

like

💠SAP Mega Drive 12th Nov'22 💠
LTI - India

Interested can Dm with job roles and email id to apply

Post Photo

Doing a budget travel to London for 4 days. Took a London pass for 3 days. Any other must dos while I'm there that can fall within my budget backpacking trip?

like

Has anyone travelled to NYC recently via train/bus/plane?

like

What is job requisition number given by her of Capgemini

like

How safe is this company in terms of work life balance ? Employees centric values ? How safe you feel working in NTT data during this recession / About to come recession?

like

I recently was let go (in lieu of accepting my two weeks) and I should have received my March expense check by the end of April per the employment agreement (submitted the report April 1, let go before mid April). I have emailed HR but haven't heard anything. I've got a feeling someone at the top is putting a hold on it.

How do I get my money from them? It's a few hundred dollars

Sorry if this isn't the right bowl for this question - I've checked a few.

like

41F, just found/joined this bowl and the bowl picture is cracking me up 🤣🤣🤣

likefunny

Hi, I have 11 years if experience in Monitoring tools( BMC, Dynatrace, Splunk, ServiceNow AIOps etc.) in different roles(Tool admin, SME, Operations Lead, Consultant and Solution Architect).
Executed multiple implementation of tools at Customer place, performed many assessments and proposed service improvements.

Experienced in working at client places like Netherlands,Norway etc.

Currently I am lookin for an opportunity in Europe, please let me know if any.

I have been in client facing wealth management as an advisor for 10 years. I haven’t built a book of business because I’ve worked for mostly discount brokers (Merrill edge, TDA, Etrade). I want to know how to transition to a non client facing role in wealth management or another financial role. I am series 7 and series 66 licensed. Any thoughts?

like

Bad decision to wear a $7000 Cartier gold bangle in the subways!?! If someone wants to rob me, they’d have to chop my hand off to get the bangle given it can only be unlocked with a screwdriver. 😫

like

Anyone here broken into real estate private equity from big 4 consulting? What steps did you take to jump into RE PE? What gaps in knowledge did you have and how did you fill them? Outside of the knowledge gaps what other things do you think you needed in order to get into RE PE?

like

If buy the partners you work with regularly a holiday gift, how much do you spend? Usually I get baked goods or food items which you can’t tell the actual amount spent on. This year, though, I’d like to support local restaurants by encouraging people to order takeout—hence, giving gift cards.

How much is appropriate for a restaurant gift card from an associate to a partner?

Additional Posts in Corporate Development

ELI5 : What do you do? What your Resume Says. What your manager says. What you REALLY do.

like

I'm an investment banker and in late stages of a couple CorpDev roles of Fortune 200 companies. Both roles report to Head of CorpDev. I would be interested to understand the typical career progression. Assuming Head of CorpDev will stay in position for the next 5-10 years, what is the expectation of upward mobility then? Is it more common to progress through jumping around to different companies?

like

For those at PE back portcos, what happens when the sponsor sells the company? Does the corporate development team stay in tact?

like

Why do corp dev roles for PE backed companies pay more than corp dev roles at corporations? Also, what’s the comp range you guys are seeing? I’m getting offers for 120K-140K and this just seems really low.

like

FDD manager here. How hard/realistic it is to break into corp dev with the financial due diligence skill sets?

like

Superday interview advice for corp dev manager role?
I’m meeting with the EVP, SVP, and directors of corp dev and strategy for a super day and need advice on what to prepare, questions to expect, and questions to ask. Thanks in advance

like

Considering a move into Corp Dev & Strategy at the Sr. Analyst level, with a pay cut to current comp. Is it better to target Manager level roles, or leave now?

like

M&A/CorpDev manager at a PE-backed software firm in UK - happy to answer questions!

like

Does anyone have insight on how to successfully run a reverse mentorship program?

like

Spent 10 years in big4, M&A. Looking to move to Corp Dev. Looking for any advice on making the pivot.

like

Wanted to get your advice/thoughts.

I'm a non-traditional CD analyst working in a niche industry (gambling)

My experience is as follows: BIG4 Audit > FP&A (CPG) > CD analyst (1 year)

I like my role (sourcing, modelling and strategy integration), however I don't see myself working in this industry long term. Without a generalist IB background, are my chances of transitioning over to a different Industry low? If so, is there anything I can learn or do (excluding IB)?

Thanks

like

Hi Everyone - Hope you are doing well.

My wife and me just moved to NYC (from Chile). We are trying to find her a Job in NYC, but its been hard through LinkedIn. Do you know any other ways we could try to get at least interviews? She is trying to join a business develop. team, ideally in energy, but obviously opened for other industries as well. She's 5 years of exp. w/ background of M&A in EY and Business development in Energy.

Would appreciate any hints for this!

Thanks in advance!

like

I have a background in ops consulting, would it be possible to break into Corp dev?

like

For those who are in this field, do you enjoy it? What do you like about it?

likehelpful

I will be starting an FDD position in August right out of college. Do you think 3 years in this industry will provide enough relevant experience to make the switch to CD. I am also planning to get my CFA if that is at all relevant.

like
like

For those currently working in CD, what did your career path to your current position look like?

like

A company was ready to extend an offer two weeks ago but no updates yet. Now another recruiter from the same company reached out for a slightly different role. I’m still interviewing with other companies and would be open to learn more. What would be the best practice when it comes to different roles at the same company?

like

Seeking perspectives on career path. TIA!

9 YOE (6.5 in consulting, 2.5 in BU strategy and M&A). Involved in end-to-end process (incl. modeling) but processes largely led by Corporate M&A team. 3 tuck-ins completed (all in 2022).

Options considering:
1/ Continue current path, stack more deal experience, strong chance of Director promo in 3-6 months
2/ Don’t wait, just jump or apply to other roles
3/ Study and go back to grab MBA (considering MIT or Stanford MSX - 1 YR)

TC: 175K (…low)

like

Soon transferring from an advisory role (financing, FDD, consultancy, modeling etc) at a small boutique firm to a TAS role at BDO. Main clients are lower MM and MM PE as well as listed corporates.
Anyone with insight who could advice how to play my cards to end up in either PE or CorpDev?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal