Blackstone tactical opps
hey guys,I have an interview scheduled with tac opps for next week (with 2 MDs from the team).Would anyone be able to provide any pointers on potential questions, things I need to know before hand. Any...
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The Riverside CompanyPrivate EquityGroup / Division / Type: Private EquityLess than 1Hourly RateWeeks of Paid Vacation: 4Regular Full TimeHealth Benefits: Medical / HealthDentalVisionPay Rate: $45Sign...
View ArticleTricky compensation situation
Long time lurker, first time posterI'm in a tricky compensation situation. I'm 6 months into an associate job at a well regarded mm fund, and have recently learned that I am being paid ~50k less than...
View ArticleHow serious of a challenge is it to raise private equity for a businessman?
Anybody in PE here that knows the process ? I'd like to be a businessman in the long-term, but as a failed entrepreneur (couldn't even raise a million for a venture in college that was pretty seriously...
View ArticleAres Management PE SA Interview
Have an interview coming up with Ares Management for a PEsummer analyst position. Does anyone have any advice on the structure of their interviews and the types of questions that will be asked? Any...
View ArticleLBO case study: should i use "PF Ebitda" or "Ebitda"?
hi everyone, I am preparing for the case study using the IMs I find online. Most of them highlight multiple and growth rate of PF Eibita instead of Ebitda. i am wondering if I should use PF Ebita to...
View ArticleDistressed Primers
Other than like Moyer and that distressed debt blog, does anyone have decent resources for distressed debt - either primers or case studies? Would appreciate any help
View ArticleSkipping 1st year PE recruiting
I'm a first year analyst at a solid MM tech group that is very interested in private equity, but due to personal constraints (military-related) I'm missing part of my first year. With the process being...
View ArticleMM PE vs MM IB
Hey guys, I currently have an offer from a MMIB firm for full time and am going through the process of interviewing at a MMPE shop (~$700mm between 2-3 funds).What are the pros and cons of going...
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Warburg PincusPrivate Equity2nd Year AssociateGroup / Division / Type: Generalist2Regular Full TimeWeeks of Paid Vacation: 2Annual SalaryHealth Benefits: Medical / HealthDentalVisionPay Rate:...
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Will Private Equity Continue With the Amazing Returns?
Private Equity has been a solid investment plan for the last few years. There is a huge cash flow going into the private equity industry. There is concern that these returns will diminish as more...
View ArticleEntry level jobs in Canadian Private Equity
I know the question has been asked once or twice, but some 10 years ago. I am going through the recruiting process with a series of PE funds in Canada and wondering about comp / benefits and drawbacks...
View ArticleInvesting Analyst Intern
Month of Interview: AugustAlpine InvestorsIndustry Detail: Private EquityHow long did the interview process last?: 1-2 monthsOtherGroup/Division/Type: Private EquityWhat did the interview consist of?:...
View ArticleMM PE vs. Consulting vs Credit out of Undergrad
Hi All,Deciding between top PE firm (focused on MM/growth companies) vs. top consulting firm (MBB) vs a credit group of a top PE firm (think Ares, Apollo, BX, etc).Looking for thoughts/considerations...
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Physician, Consultant, no deal experience but interested in PE
I'm a foreign trained physician, 2 years in MBB but no deal experience (or didn't do due diligence studies), thinking about moving to PE. I plan on taking financial modelling and valuation courses to...
View ArticleDCF Valuation down to the unit ecomonics
Hello,I was hoping that someone would guide me to a course on how to value a company using DCF down to the unit economics. I learned DCF in grad school but never too deeply.Thank you!discounted cash flow
View ArticleInterviewing at Boutique retail REPE - No Previous Experience and mediocre...
Guys and gals I'm not going to bullshit you on this one.I've made a tall order and now I have to fill it.I've been interviewing with a boutique REPE firm where they're looking to raise $100m in the...
View ArticleDifference between Portfolio Manager and Private Equity Investment Teams?
Is the difference just one is public vs private? Or is PE just one type of portfolio management where managing money in one asset class (deal-making)?
View ArticleHow do you approach a PE company for funding ?
How does a person raise PE for a venture ?everyone covered how the VC world works - elevator pitch, powerpoint, blah blah.But how is PE raised ? Any good books ? Say I own a fast food company - i want...
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Dealing with a Dumb Senior Private Equity Co-worker who the Boss likes?
Hi guys - might be a bit of a read here but need your help and guidance. For background, I'm at a MMPE shop in a pretty small team. There are two guys above me, MD and a D. The MD and D joined at the...
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