Hi everyone,
I’m looking for some honest advice. I joined a top-tier Investment Banking group after a few years in industry, but I’m leaving after a bit more than a year. The hours and culture weren’t the right fit, and my performance review reflected that, so I decided to exit before things got worse.
I’m now trying to move into corporate development or strategy roles, but after months of applying I’ve had very few interviews. I’m starting to worry that leaving IB so early is going to follow me around and limit my opportunities.
Do you think I still have a realistic shot at landing a corporate development role with only one year of IB experience? Or should I prepare myself for the possibility of returning to something closer to my pre-IB job? I’d appreciate any guidance from people who’ve gone through something similar.
Thank you for your advice!
