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🚀 Exciting Career Transition: From Financial Planning & Analysis at Ola Electric to M&A Consultant at Bosch 🚗💼 Hey LinkedIn community! 👋 As a Chartered Accountant, without any rank & prior experience, it is very difficult to get a role in Investment banking. But before getting into how I got it, first let's explore the diverse landscape of organizations that offer positions in investment banking. 🏛 Bulge Bracket Investment Banks: -> These are the giants of the industry, including firms like Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and Morgan Stanley. They handle high-value transactions and offer a comprehensive range of financial services. -> These act as intermediaries to provide services like o  Advisory services o  Mergers & Acquisition o  Capital Raising o  Financial modelling & valuation o  Deal execution 🏢 Private Equity Firms: -> Private equity firms invest in private companies or take them private (buying out public shareholders). Their focus is on acquiring and actively managing businesses to enhance their value over a specific investment horizon. -> Private equity firms like Blackstone and KKR often require professionals with investment banking backgrounds to assess potential acquisitions for the firm and manage their portfolios. 🏭 Corporate Finance Departments: -> Many large corporations have in-house Mergers & Acquisition team that function similarly to investment banks. These teams handle the company's capital structure, mergers, and acquisitions. -> Corporates usually hire investment bankers & also have in-house team to take investment decision weather strategic or financial. 💸 Venture Capital Firms: -> These firms create corpus fund to invest in startups companies with high growth potential. -> Here is a breakdown of the kinds of work you can expect at a VC firm: o  Market research & Deal sourcing o  Due diligence, Financial Modelling & Analysis o  Investment structing i.e. terms & conditions, size of investment, etc o  Portfolio management i.e. participating in board meetings, providing strategic guidance, and helping portfolio companies. o  Networking & Investor relations o  Fundraising & Exit Strategies. 👨💼 Financial Advisory and Consulting Firms: -> Companies like Deloitte, PwC, and EY often have dedicated teams that provide financial advisory services, including aspects of investment banking such as valuation and transaction support. #investmentbankingroles #bankingcareers #financejobs #jobsearch #careeradvice #investmentbank #venturecapital #startup #privateequity #corporatefinance #angelinvesting #incubator #career #charteredaccountants #ca #caaspirants

𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬?  Curious minds, this is for you! Join me as we journey into the fascinating realm of PwC and discover the wide range of services we offer. In my last post, chapter one, I delved into Deals Strategy & Operations, and today, we'll explore another exciting facet of what PwC brings to the table. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐰𝐨 : 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐰𝐂 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐚 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞: As a Business Restructuring Specialist at PwC, your role is pivotal in guiding organisations through financial and operational challenges and providing solutions to achieve strategic objectives. In instances of crisis, we support clients in alleviating financial pressures, optimising cash flows and costs and securing appropriate sources of capital as part of the rescue and turnaround exercise. We may also offer advice on the most efficient way to return capital to shareholders or debt providers and to maximise recovery. Our overarching goal is to empower clients with financial or operational enhancements through practical, tailored solutions, to meet their intended objectives. As such, your responsibilities encompass stakeholder management, financial and operational analysis, understanding and employing appropriate tools within the rescue mechanism and insolvency toolkit and presentation of proposed solutions or outcomes. 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐭-𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐬: 📈 Strong communications skills, verbal and written  📈 Financial analysis and data analytics skills  📈 Commercial and business awareness, including accounting, tax, legal and regulatory matters  📈 At least 3 years of working experience with preferred versatility across a  range of sectors or industries  𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲: PwC is actively seeking dynamic and talented individuals to join our Business Restructuring team. 📌 How to Apply: Submit your resume here : https://rb.gy/e1qtap  📌 Position: Business Restructuring Services Senior Associate 📌 Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐏𝐰𝐂 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐚? We're not just shaping careers; we're crafting a vibrant community where diversity thrives and most importantly making a positive impact ✔ Inclusivity at its Best: Step into a workplace that embraces your uniqueness. ✔ Global Connections: Be part of a world-spanning network, amplifying your influence. ✔ Never Stop Learning: Dive into continuous growth with ongoing learning opportunities. ✔ Supportive Vibes: Your success is our priority – experience it in our nurturing environment. ✔ Wellbeing Elevated: Explore new and enhanced wellbeing initiatives, because we care about your holistic success Stay tuned for more insights into the world of PwC! #PwCDeals #BusinessRestructuringServices #PwCCareers #PwCInsights #UnlockPotential #DealsLinkedInseries

Like many others, I have been fortunate enough to join a reknown MNC: Standard Chartered Bank. I joined as a client due diligence analyst and that too in the corporate division. Now that i have shifted to a bigger role of the same segment, I have realized how my previous job played a great role in my growth. business or market. Thus, the practice of due diligence is indispensable for minimizing risks, preserving brand integrity, and fostering long-term success in the corporate world. Experience in due diligence can open doors to diverse career opportunities. For instance, individuals with a background in due diligence can transition into careers in risk management. These professionals become adept at identifying and mitigating risks, making them suitable for roles such as risk analysts, assessors, or managers. They play a pivotal role in helping organizations navigate financial, operational, and compliance risks. Additionally, those with due diligence expertise can venture into the field of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Within this domain, individuals serve as M&A analysts or consultants. They play a crucial role in evaluating potential deals, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, and managing the complexities of mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures. Their expertise is instrumental in facilitating seamless transitions and creating value for organizations. These are just two examples of how experience in due diligence can open doors to various rewarding careers across multiple industries, including finance, law, consulting, and auditing. #duediligence #corporatefinance #financialanalysis #riskmitigation

I just completed PwC US's Management Consulting Completed a job simulation focused on business transaction diligence for a PwC management consulting team Created a three-slide presentation for synergy potential in a transaction Built a model with editable fields and assumptions Wrote a clear, concise email summary to communicate my findings

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Almost One Month at SMBC SSC: A Thrilling Journey! It's hard to believe that this week will be remarkably one month since I embarked on this incredible adventure as Assistant Vice President of Planning and Governance (Public Relations) at SMBC SSC. Here's what I've come to love about my new role and workplace: 🌈 Hybrid Working: Embracing a hybrid work arrangement has done wonders for my mental health. The flexibility and balance have been a game-changer. 🚶♂️ Health Boost: Walking and using public transportation to the office have improved my physical well-being, one step at a time. 🏢 Open Workspace: Our open working station fuels creativity and collaboration, making every day inspiring. ⏱️ Efficient Meetings: With most meetings wrapping up in just half an hour, we prioritize action over lengthy discussions. Time well spent! 👥 Supportive VP: My manager isn't just a leader; he's a buddy who guides and involves me in key decisions. 🌍 ESG & CSR: I'm thrilled to be tasked with driving ESG initiatives, CSR activities, and internal communications, while also seeking opportunities to amplify our company's visibility. 🌏 APAC PR Connections: Meeting PR representatives from across APAC has been eye-opening. My English has improved leaps and bounds, and I'm living my dream of internationalization. This is precisely what I've aspired to achieve, and I'm excited about the road ahead. Thank you, SMBC SSC, for making it all possible! 🚀💼 #OneMonthAnniversary #HybridWork #WellnessAtWork #ESG #CSR #ExcitingOpportunities

I just completed PwC US's Management Consulting on Forage After my BCG strategy consulting simulation, I was interested to explore the other half of the industry and found it just as fascinating In the program I: 1. Produced a concise business summary of key information for my team 2. Staged a divesture interview guide 3. Created a presentation portfolio of a real-world M&A case and the subsequent synergies 4. Created a simple Excel M&A valuation model for a potential client and a concise email summary I highly recommend this program to anyone interested in Management Consulting

This week I had the privilege of representing Bain & Company at Transaction Advisors Institute's M&A conference with my colleagues Emily Criste and Suzanne K. While it may come as no surprise that deal volume is down. Deals ARE very much still happening. They are just taking a bit longer to get done. But, this gives buyers the ability to do more robust diligence so they have more confidence in what they are acquiring. And also more time to get ahead of integration planning to accelerate value upon close. If you have not yet read Bain's mid-year M&A update, you can find it here: https://lnkd.in/eqecXv6e And please reach out on any M&A related topics from M&A strategy to diligence to accelerating value delivery. I would love to nerd out on any of these topics with you.

One of the most surprising lessons I've learned since joining Oliver Wyman’s Turnaround and Restructuring practice is how unique each engagement is. Every client's situation is different, and there's no one-size-fits-all approach. I'm fortunate to work with a very diverse and accomplished team. Our practice has the breadth and depth of experience to support virtually every issue that comes up, from large-scale organizational transformation in financial institutions, to interim management in advanced manufacturing, to debtor- and creditor-side negotiations. The complexity of restructuring engagements provides the opportunity to make a material impact for our clients. We work alongside client teams on their biggest issues, whether it’s helping an underperforming business unit to regain its competitive edge or a distressed company access a credit facility to power their strategic transformation. It’s always rewarding to see what we can accomplish together. Up next in our #RestructuringReflections series, is a post from my colleague Shobhit Kumar who details the impact of his work, both professionally and personally.