Work Culture in a European buy side Insurance/Pension Asset Management Firm

Hey all, I am working towards an offer from a buy side asset manager in London, I have not previously worked with an Insurance/Pension fund asset manager - can some share a bit more colour on the work culture for a large European pension/insurance AM.

To share a bit more - I will be joining a newish team with my focus on building a portfolio for a brand new fund - I am actually excited about starting a new fund.

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No advice, just wanted to pop in and say congrats! Sounds like a very exciting opportunity!

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