Pros
Progression is based on merit, you learn new skills after every promotion, and the work environment is very fun. You also get to talk to and sometimes meet with hedge fund and PE investors and pick their brain on what information they need to make a sound investment and how they pick stocks or deals. Most office social events are planned and executed by analysts and associates, so naturally every social event aims to be better than the last. Oftentimes there are colleagues from other offices visiting NYC and vice-versa. You also get to know a large part of the international team through working with them on a regular basis. The work is very competitive and fast paced which makes it fun. The company has an entrepreneurial feel and the senior management team is accessible and helpful. I've always been able to get some of their time when I've needed any type of guidance.
Kontras
If you get stuck in your progression the work can get repetitive For many this is their first job out of college and for some of them the transition to professional life is harder than for others, especially when surrounded by other young graduates The work can get stressful as you always have to juggle a lot of things at the same time