Investment bankers are already highly paid. But this pays more. In this short, Tim, Head Mentor at WSO Academy, breaks down how private equity compensation compares to investment banking pay, especially when you look at bulge bracket banks versus mega funds.
While investment banking offers strong base salary and bonuses, private equity often wins when compensation is truly apples to apples. Between higher total comp at top funds and long-term upside through carry, PE is why many top bankers decide to leave IB.
If you are exploring investment banking, private equity, or trying to understand where the real money is in high finance, this video explains the key difference.
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