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PE Operations Roles
Looking at potential opportunities within PE Ops. After 3-4 years of consulting. Looking for some guidance: 1) How common are Associate roles in PE Ops? Heard a lot of firms have VP+ roles only for operations. Would love to get examples from Mega Funds to Middle Market Funds. 2) Career path? Ops...
Help !! - Seeking referral for PE!
Hi everyone! I am quite desperate - I'm looking for a referral to any deal origination position within the private equity sector in London, UK. I have c. 3 years of experience in market research and deal origination (with several acquisitions and portfolio consolidations for small/med/large caps)...
MM/UMM On-Cycle Firms
Which MM/UMM firms do on-cycle and which ones don't? Particularly only care about the non-2 and out programs, but would also appreciate a more comprehensive list. Looking to go to a growing shop with no real preference for location or industry.
TIKEHAU Private Credit vs. ARDIAN Private Equity Infrastructure (internship)
Hello everyone, I have just been selected for an internship within Tikehau Private Debt team and at the same time I’ve been taken on for the following step of an Ardian Infra PE internship. Considering also that I did not receive an internship offer from Ardian at the moment, which one of the two...
Private Equity in Bangkok?
I’m currently in PE in the US at a MM firm and have been thinking about making a move back to Thailand (where I’m from). Does anyone have any advice or thoughts on the PE scene there (regional / local respected shops)? I have some experience sourcing proprietary dealflow in the US and have a...
How well did you know your deals for on-cycle?
For those who have participated in on-cycle, how well did you need to know your deals / portcos from the previous summer? Are you expected to accurately recall financials and quantitative data? Can you make up for those shortcomings with perfect model tests and behaviorals? My start date is likely...
Which PE firms are on the rise?
Saw another thread asking which firms are on the downhill, so wanted to see what people thought on the flip side of things.
Cove Hill 2024
Any thoughts on Cove Hill in 2024? The idea of a long-term fund with an operational focus seems interesting to me since I feel like that's a solid longer-term possible strategy if executed properly. I saw they already exited one investment for what seems like a great IRR, but that was before the...
Thoughts on Banyan Capital Partners (Toronto)
As the title says, was wondering everyone's thoughts on Banyan Capital Partners and their overall reputation. I am exploring a potential employment opportunity with them, however; if anyone has any details as to the firm that would be helpful. From my review it appears that they only do a few...
firms that recently raised funds
How would you find out which firms have raised funds in the past 6 months if you don't have access to pitchbook? I know some newsletters that report new fund raises but these are on an on-going basis (i.e. reported as new funds are raised/closed), rather than a comprehensive list of funds that have...
1st Year PE Associate - Lateral to Sr Associate / Associate or MBA?
I'm coming up on the end of my first year as a generalist associate at a LMM fund and am deciding between MBA or looking to lateral to another LMM as a senior associate or associate with promote-track at another LMM or MM once I finish my two-year program. My fund has a history of pushing folks to...
Candace Owens Private Equity Career
Conservative commentator, author, et al Candace Owens has claimed to have been employed by a "private equity firm" and even claims to have been a VP at it, but has never named the firm to my knowledge. I have searched high and low and can't come up with anything to justify this claim. If anyone can...
Thoughts on Bow River Capital (Denver)?
Mid-sized shop doing PE, PC, RE and an Evergreen fund. Anyone know about the PE side of things? (culture, returns, comp etc) Heard they're investing out of a ~$600M fund.
Can anyone speak on the rep of Atlas Holdings?
Would love to get a bit of color in terms of Atlas' rep as a MM PE shop relative to their competitors, and if anyone can speak to starting their straight out of UG.
Anyone have any experience in or thoughts on the micro private equity space?
I'm thinking about launching a Micro PE firm and do small deals ($2M - $7M valuation range) Would love to get feedback and guidance from people who have experience in this space. I know it's viewed as an emerging sector but I would imagine riskier given that you are acquiring smaller companies.
Silver Lake Process
Does anyone know when Silver Lake might be kicking off? Of course am interested in the firm-- has anyone gone through the process and can provide insight?
How to Break into PE?
Hey Everyone, This post is not if it's possible but I need help on how you would go about breaking into PE, growth equity or traditional shops. Here is some color: I worked shortly in Tech M&A Investment banking for a boutique shop (not an internship, more as an off cycle analyst trying to prove...
Am I hopeless to get in IB, I have a weird journey
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Anyone heard of Invictus Growth Partners (Bay Area)? Culture?
Software/cybersecurity/fintech growth equity in San Mateo. Anyone know anything about them?
Industrial Succession Group? Any Good?
Hey guys, Recently got an email from Industrial Succession Group about a remote Private Equity Internship. Are they any good, or would it be a waste of my time (it would probably be unpaid, too)? Thanks!
Private Equity Jobs outside of investment team?
Hey all so saw another thread about becoming a C-Suite at a PE-backed portco. I'm curious about this job as well as any other jobs that a PE firm would have that isn't the investment team or IR. C-Suite positions, are you appointed by the PE firm and work for the PE firm or do you work for the...
Private Credit comp info
Hey guys, There's genuinely not much info about private credit comp for analyst levels in London and Continental Europe. Need numbers for firms like Muzinich/Tikehau/Eurazeo etc. info seems to be conflicting. Thanks for all the help!
Decision: VP at UMM PE or Sr. Associate at MF PE
I wanted to get people’s thoughts around some two offers I am mulling on. For context, I am currently a sr. associate at a UMM fund and am leaving after four years for various reasons (no MBA - direct promote). One is a VP role with a UMM fund ($5-10bn latest fund) building out a new office...
Anyone heard of AVALT
Does anyone have info on AVALT? Seems to be a Boston-based MM shop with strong Bain Cap and Bain & Co. roots. Any idea on comp, wlb, etc?
Help needed to decide on fund
Updated I have a few offers for Associate role. Need to decide by EOD tomorrow. 1) a H&F / CD&R like MM with $5-7B AUM -- culture is intense, shop is growing fast as a result of strong returns, path to SA/VP promo 2) a consultant friendly offshoot (think Bain Cap) with 2-4B AUM -- AUM is growing but...
Lesser know PE Firms?
Know of any new firms or firms that may be flying under the radar?
Business Development Role/Transition - Advice
Hey everyone, I'm looking for some advice on a PE-related career move. Right now, I'm working in a general marketing/comm role at a LMM PE firm, but am being moved into more of a marketing/business development position, as the firm thinks I will have more value in BD. I don't come from a typical...
Introduction to the forum
Hi everyone, I'm currently working as an intern in a SGR in the risk management division, but I would love to join in a PE fund, in the investment team. I joined this forum to deepen my knowledge of selection processes in PE funds and to better prepare myself for interviews.
P/E Comp is 100% related to firm performance?
Hey all, Extremely new to the banking scene and still in undergrad. Was looking at internships and found one at a Private Equity firm where comp was 100% related to the firms performance and your performance in whatever projects you worked/assisted on. Sounds kind of strange to me but figured asking...
EMK Capital
Hi folks, starting to interview with on Junior Investment Manager Level with EMK Capital . Any insights/ opinions on the fund? As of now, not that long history, but good profiles in London, Paris and Munich. Any thoughts, or experiences on the interview process, people culture and operating model?...
Recommended AI Tools to Use
Is anyone leveraging ChatGPT like tools in the workflow? I have a couple friends who started doing that and they are pleased about the time savings. Keen to find out what tools you guys use that are more professional and appropriate for finance and advisory instead of classic ChatGPT
Private Equity Headhunters Search
Hi, I am a recent graduate of MS. in Economics with experience in lending, real estate and sales. I am looking to break into private equity industry. would appreciate if you could help me with some of my questions. I am preparing myself for technical test interview currently. Any recommendation on...
Can anyone guide me how to career my career in private equity field?
Hey all, I want to ask, how can i join private equity industry when I don't have experience in this.
Looking for small, middle-market direct lending shops
I am a Director in Short Term Credit Trading, MBA, with over 15 years of experience, including 2 in banking. For a handful of reasons, I am looking to restart (I know this will be really hard) and begin a new career in direct lending or secondaries. Through a ton of networking, I know that a) I will...
K1 2023 Private Equity Summer Analyst Program
Sophomore studying humanities, just got a first-round interview opportunity with K1. I'd love to know more about their interview process, anything else people know about workplace life, comp, and general opinions on working there. Thanks to all
Looking for CRM
Hey guys I am reaching out to inquire about a suitable CRM system to assist me in managing my newly established fund. My aim is to locate a solution that is equipped to handle the full investment life cycle, with a particular emphasis on catering to the requirements of private equity firms and...
Cowen Exit Ops
Does anyone know what the exit ops look like for Cowen? Specifically in relation to PE and on-cycle/off-cycle recruiting. I don't want to be in IBD in the long-term, so I just want to know how soon I should start looking to transition away. Thanks!
Huron Capital
Restarting this chain as a place people can talk about their experiences at Huron Capital Partners (Detroit based PE fund). Not sure what happened to the previous chain (although I can guess). There was an extensive (very negative) discussion of this firm that had been on this site for many years...
Cold Approach Frontier Market LMM Teams
I will keep this short. I am a 19 year old economics student, junior year. I have grown increasingly unsatisfied with the content that has been taught to me in college. I have great and specific ambitions for the future, and have realized that the skills college is giving me are not relevant to...
Piney Lake Capital
Anyone have any insight on Piney Lake Capital? I was looking at some smaller firms in Greenwich and they came up. Any idea on culture, pay, etc.?
Oaktree PE
Hi - pretty new here! Wanted to ask how is Oaktree's PE (deals, comps, mobility, culture...)? Do they hire out of undergrad? Thanks!
Can a VP Credit Risk lateral into PE?
Hey everyone. Credit Risk VP here. I'm at one of the top banks in the nation and manage a portfolio and underwrite new business for upper MM clients. I have an MBA from a respectable school and 10 years experience in what I do which consists of modeling, deal structuring, working on distressed...
Hamilton Lane
Does anyone have any insight regarding Hamilton lane in terms of the culture, work, comp, and exit opps? Also if possible, if anyone has experience with their direct investments group and is willing to share, that would be great. Thank you!
Pensive new grad (Finding the right company?)
I'm a recent graduate of a well-respected Masters in Real Estate Finance & Investment program here in New York City and am currently out networking/job hunting. I'm focused on Acquisitions roles but have found myself wondering, what are the best real estate private equity funds to work for? I'll...
Duke worth the loan?
Is Duke worth the $150k loan I'll have to take? My other options are UC Berkeley and UCLA, where my parents will pay for the entirety of my tuition. I want to join a private equity MF out of undergrad and don't have intentions of doing a post grad
Bain Capital Tech Opportunities Analyst
Does anyone have information about the Bain Capital Tech Opportunities Fund in terms of analyst role/program, lifestyle, exit opportunities, etc given it is a very new fund? Is it a purely sourcing role like many other GE programs? How does it compare to their PE fund and top IBs in terms of exit...
Shumway Capital
Hello, I do not have much context to learn about this firm's culture and comps except for their website. If you have any info about their comps, culture and their focused sectors based on your interactions with them in the past or your interviews with them in the past, please share! Thank you!
Private Equity Internships - London, Paris or Other Capitals
Hi guys, I've recently completed a 6 months M&A internship at a tier 1 Investment Bank (not BB) and I would like to do another internship in PE. My first choice would be London and the second one Paris. I'm still a student and I fluently speak only Italian and English. At the moment I am in the...
Paying for Carried Interest Unit
My PE fund (Europe) make us pay to aquire carry units, anyone else in this situation? Each carry unit is worth PS10,000 and gets allocated depending on seniority level then we get paid back at the end of vesting period. Do you find it normal? Sounds that carry shares are usually given as a bonus in...
Accel-KKR 2nd round interview
Hi there, I'm a freshman at a target and just got notified that I'd be advancing to the 2nd round for AKKR. Being AKKR is literally the first and only firm for whom I have ever interviewed, I'm sort of going in the dark with this one and hope to optimize my chances of receiving an offer. The first...
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