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Leverage for ACs?
Hi European monkies, Got 2 ACs from 2 (I-don't-really-like) BB, and now still waiting for other results to come out as some of my friends have gotten some offers/rejections. Also so tired of just waiting as the spots are being filled up. Do you think it would be a good idea to write directly to...
Should I hand in my SPRING WEEK APPS ASAP
I go to a target and am a first year in uni. I’m applying to spring weeks so by the end of the week should I hand in all my spring week applications? My career office says hand them in before the deadline but the deadlines are in November.
Q&A: Vice President - European BB Investment Banking (Industrials)
Open to questions of any nature related to Investment Banking / Advisory fields as well as general finance industry. Background: - BS in Mathematics (Russia) - MA in Economics (Russia) - 6 months in leading Russian, state-owned investment bank - 8 years in European Bulge Bracket bank, including...
London Mega Fund PE Recruitment
Hi guys. I realise there is very little discussion about the London Mega Fund PE Recruitment market so I started this thread. I am personally looking to move to a mega fund and focus on infrastructure investment. Anyone knows any good head hunter that help recruit for Mega Funds in London? All...
London's third-party recruiters rejecting my applications to elite boutiques
I applied to 4 elite boutiques in London, for which all initial screening processes are handled by third-party recruiters. How can I stand out in my application or/and in the first round phone interviews?
MS London Off-Cycle 2021
Does anybody know where they are with recruitment ? I've heard 1st rounds are out but not sure if they've rejected post tests.
Transitioning from US to UK
I am currently considering moving to the UK for IB (No need for a Visa). What is the equivalent of the FINRA exams in the US? Would I need to take the exams again? Does the UK need exams at all?
Importance of networking in London
Hi, I'm studying [non-finance] at a UK target (think Oxbridge/Imperial/LSE) currently in the process of applying for SA 2021. I know that networking is definitely a thing in the US but I've received mixed advice about its role in the UK, both on here and in real life. Assuming I don't really know...
Lateral A2
I will probably be gunning for a lateral next year for an A2 to London. Particularly interested in the top EBs, namely PWP, Greenhill, Moelis (probably Centerview & Lazard are completely out of my league but would like to try as well). Background: non-diversity, semi-target (Bocconi/St Gallen/WHU)...
Professional pokerplayer looking for an internship
Hey guys, i graduated last summer from a mediocre uni in Germany (in business and economics) and moved to the UK to pursue my dream job of being a pokerplayer. I started playing while being in school, therefore i played during my studies and because i have been making decent money of it i never...
Undergrad university and course
I'm an international student (India) , looking to break into IB after undergraduate. I'm looking for genuine advice for course and university prospects. I am considering LSE, Warwick, and Oxbridge(if I get in), how are the recruitment prospects there? and what course( In which uni) would help me get...
What is going on with London IB recruitment 2020-21??
Does anyone know why most Investment Banks have not opened their processes for SA, FT and Off-Cycle internships this year yet? I've been checking the websites out, and only GS has opened their processes. Usually banks in London open their applications in July or August, but JPM, BoA, Barclays and...
Can someone provide me any Insight on Valtari M&A in London?
I am in a recruitment process for a Junior analyst position in M&A at Valtari in the London office. Does anyone know how it the culture, the salaries, the hours and the deal flow at Valtari in London. I reckon I know between very little and nothing about the company. Thanks.
Summer internship whatsapp groupchat
hello, i have created a whatsapp group chat for people looking for internships in summer 2021, it will be useful to share some information on the different application processes. Send me a pm or put your number if you would like to join and i will add you.
PLEASE destroy my CV - LDN SA 2021
Hi, I'm applying to 2021 Summer Analyst IBD and AM roles in London soon, and would greatly appreciate any feedback for my resume/CV. Feel free to roast me I'll appreciate it all! https://imgur.com/a/jeeS8RP
Burn my Resume/CV - London SA 2021
I'm going to apply for S&T and prop trading intern positions. I would like to know if it's good enough to land some interviews.
MSc Applied Economics for IB/PE/VC
Hello, dear. I am an East Asian student who is going to attend the MSc Applied Economics PGT at Bath University (Social Science Faculty, not Management School). My dream job is the FO /MO in IB / PE / VC in London. But I am not sure is it enough. Should I get one more Master's Degree in a more...
Americans moving to London
Hi all - has anyone here ever moved from The US to London for a job transfer? I have the possibility of doing so, and was curious what people's experience was like. What were the pros and cons? What was your favorite part about moving, what did you miss the most or hate? How is living in London...
When are bankers returning to the office?
Hi everyone, Just wanted to get some insights/opinions/insider information on: - When are bankers returning to the office? - How long is WFH going to last? I think many incoming analysts and/or junior level bankers would like to get at least an idea. Thanks a lot!
Transferring IB Offices: New York to London
I am giving serious consideration to requesting an internal transfer to my group’s London office and would appreciate some takes and advice from people who have made a similar move. My background: I was an analyst to associate promote at a MM bank and have spent my career in one coverage group....
How would one lateral to Raine/LionTree (London)
Posting this in the hopes that somebody understands this/has real experience in this. Looking for first hand information about lateral moves as an Associate (not media or TMT , large bank) in London to these two specific shops. I would welcome views from the US/elsewhere but simply specifying...
MBA for Career Switch to investment banking.
I am currently and experimental nanotechnology scientist at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology in Saudi Arabia. My educational background includes a PhD in Materials Science from Imperial College London. I am looking at doing an MBA with the aim of transitioning into investment...
essentials of a "fuck you" apartment
hey chaps, so i am getting a new apartment in London and it is a pretty slick place. However i wanted to make it even more "fuck you" by adding an inflatable or non inflatable jacuzzi in the terrace. so that during the summer months i can take along the raunchy chicks i pick up from scotch of st...
Request: London Success Stories
Hi all, I’m a UK monkey that is soon going to graduate without any high finance exp. I enjoy reading success stories, especially those that offer insight into how the non-target approached it. However, almost all networking success stories seem to be from the US. Is the UK that structured so only...
CLO / Leveraged Loan analyst interviews
I am interviewing for the position of a CLO analyst in London soon. Can someone who has gone through the process give a few pointers as to what I should expect in terms of questions (e.g. LBO technicals, documentation, pitch me a credit idea) and general structure (e.g. fit/technical, case study,...
Headhunters and grades blocking the way (London)
Hello, I am currently finishing my first year as an analyst. I worked on five transactions (3 M&A , 2 Res) and do like my current job but not my team and am therefore looking to join a different firm. Recently, I started talking to HH about moving jobs after my second year. They appreciate my...
What's the WSO view of Lloyds Bank in London?
Alright monkeys. I was recently offered an FT grad role in Lloyds Bank's Commercial Bank in London. Having had a look through previous posts on the board, I couldn't find much in the way of discussion about people's experience working in the Bank or the general view of Lloyds from the rest of the...
Lateral: being strung along?
Hi all, Want to keep this short: interviewed with a BB 5 months ago. did 12 interviews (2 people per interview, met the whole team). And then got the news I would receive an offer, but at the last check with HR the headcount was cancelled. Was told that when new headcount would be available i'd get...
TMT London meet-up
Hi guys I cover TMT in London (from IB) and I love my sector. As the passion grew, I actually found myself learning things like software development and network engineering as a hobby. I am keen to meet up with like-minded people who work in TMT to discuss sub-sectors, careers, developments etc If...
London TMT meet-up
Hi guys I cover TMT in London (from IB , not buy-side) and I love my sector. As the passion grew, I actually found myself learning things like software development as a hobby. Some clients love when there is a banker in the room who actually understands the operational side of the business being...
Admitted, what would you choose?
Hi guys, If you were admitted to the MFin program at IE Business School in Madrid with a 50% scholarship and to the MFA program at London Business School with no scholarship, which one would you choose and why? (EU citizen, career plans in asset management preferably in UK, later maybe US/Canada)
2020 Summer Analyst Programme in London
As interviews are gradually coming out, thought it would be beneficial to have a thread for London roles across IB /Markets/ PE / AM /WM. Good luck!
Profile Assessment for MFin
Hello guys, I would like your honest opinion regarding my profile. I plan on applying in different tier 1 and tier 2 schools in the UK and Europe for MSc in Finance or MSc in Management. Schools include: Imperial, UCL, King's, Bocconi, LSE , LBS GPA: 9.88/10 (99%) Bachelors of Financial Management -...
Best firms for moving internally
Hey! I was wondering if there are any firms (BB, EB ,MM) that are more friendly than others when it comes to moving internally. For example going from m&a office in London to m&a office in NYC
NYC vs London vs HK
Hey! I was wondering if you guys could give me the pros and the cons of NYC , London and Honk Kong for IBD? Things like pay, culture, workload, nightlife, cost of living, food. I haven’t seen any discussion comparing these cities in detail so if you could be as precise as possible it would be...
European target schools for London IBD
Hello, after having read some comments on WSO and saw some rankings I have come up with a target school ranking for European students wanting to break into IBD in London.. Tier 1: LBS , INSEAD, LSE , Oxbridge, LSE and HEC, Imperial Tier 2: UCL, ESADE, ESSEC, ESCP, Paris Dauphine, IE, IMD and St...
European target schools (comprehensive list)
Hello, after having discovered WSO a few weeks ago, I have come to realize that there is no comprehensive list of European target schools for Investment banking... Could someone kindly provide us with a list (featuring targets, semi-targets and tiers in each category)? I think it would help many...
Best London offices
Hey! I was wondering which bank in London has the best office? (view, decoration, placement, perks for employees)
Moving internally to different cities
Hey! I was wondering how difficult it is to move internally in a bank from one office to another? I'm especially curious for moving from the London office to the NYC office or from the London office to the HK office.
London base+bonus
Is it me or is the pay of a junior analyst considerably lower in London compared to NYC? After doing some research I saw that the pay for a 1st year analyst was: In London: 50k£ + 20k£ bonus = 70k£ = 84k$ In NYC: 85k$ + 50k$ bonus = 135k$ Can someone tell me why?
Salaries in London
Hey! I've heard that the base salary for a first year analyst in London is 50K pounds with a bonus around 20k-30k... Is this correct? These numbers seem extremely low compared to the salaries in NYC .... Why is that? And are they any benefits in working in London compared to New York?
French business schools for IBD (London)
Hello! I've got a question for those working in London. From which business schools or universities do the French bankers come from? I know the 3 main ones are HEC/ESSEC/ESCP but I was wondering if there is any other that I haven't heard about. Maybe you could provide me with a little ranking ;)
French in London/HK/NYC
Hey! I was wondering if you knew any French people working in London, Hong-Kong or NYC ...how did they get there and what schools did they go through
London graduate analysts drug testing
Does anyone know if new grads in London fresh out of Uni will sit any drugs tests as part of their screening. Start a new role at a BB in the summer and want to know whether or not to stay off the Rec drugs over summer. I'm gunna play it safe, unless somebody can tell me for sure I wont be tested....
Re: BAML London Group Ranking
Hi everyone, Trying to gauge BAML's best groups in London. Anyone have any idea's on their top 3 groups? Thanks
London hiring freeze
Saw a similar thread for traders. Wanted to see what everyone's thoughts are on IB in London. I myself can confirm hiring freeze at two Bulge Brackets.
Investment Banking in London (EMEA) - Strongest Players, League Tables, Salaries, Differences...
Here is a summary of Investment Banking in London. ###Strongest Banks: In Europe, Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley are traditionally the strongest banks that get the most high profile transactions. They are followed by the 'Elite Twins in London' Lazard and Rothschild and the remaining 'big five' US...
Too many IBD internships – is it bad for the CV?
Hi guys, Just wanted to ask - would having three IB internship experiences look bad on your CV, especially when aiming for IBD Summer Analyst positions (in London)? I'm currently doing a gap year in my home country after finishing my undergraduate degree somewhere in continental Europe, and will be...
London based analyst - drug testing
Hey guys. Wondering if a BB may drug test me as a new analyst starting in the summer in london?? If this does occur, what form will the test likely test? A hair test is the only one which could cause me any issues. Looking for London based info! Any help much appreciated ... looking to find out just...
Big-Bulge Investment Banking Hiring for Non-US citizen
I am a non-US citizen graduating from a US university this semester, and I am headed to a 12-month Masters in Finance program in London post-graduate. My hope is to get a full-time job in New York as an investment banker afterwards. I am just wondering if anyone has walked my path before, and I...
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