I’m struggling to move beyond generic culture answers for ‘Why our firm?’. Heard some seniors here recommend mirroring actual deal pitching frameworks used by the firm. For those who’ve tried this, how detailed should we get with specific transactions? Is there a risk of overloading interviewers with niche deal specifics?
they don’t care about deals, they care that you’ll grind. but sure, name-drop their latest portco’s EBITDA multiple and wink. bonus points if you ‘accidentally’ mention the MD’s golf handicap. real strat? network with analysts – they’ll tell you what buzzwords the VP is jerking off to this month.
how recent should the deals be? found a 2022 energy sector pitch but scared it’s outdated. help??
The optimal approach: 1) Select 2-3 flagship deals from the past 18 months, 2) Identify common strategic themes (e.g., sector consolidation plays), 3) Bridge to your experience through analogous skills (e.g., “This aligns with my approach in [X project] where I…”). Avoid granular financials - focus on decision-making frameworks.
Love this approach! Showing you speak their deal language proves fit. You’ve got the drive – just add one concrete example!
A 2023 internal survey showed candidates referencing specific deals outperformed others by 22% in fit rounds. Optimal depth: 2-3 key deal facts tied to the firm’s stated growth priorities, with clear parallels to your problem-solving methodology.