by meridith dennes | Dec 5, 2024 | Compensation Trends, Lateral Recruiting
The investment banking industry operates on a unique calendar that influences hiring patterns, employee retention, and career planning. Understanding this cycle is can be extremely helpful when navigating your next job search. Hiring Seasons Dry Season (October to... 
by meridith dennes | Nov 17, 2024 | Compensation Trends
Wall Street Bonuses Set to Soar in 2024 The financial services industry is experiencing its most significant compensation rebound since the record-breaking year of 2021. Investment banks, asset managers, and alternative investment firms are all projecting substantial... 
by meridith dennes | Oct 13, 2024 | Compensation Trends
Investment Banking Bonuses Soar in 2024 Investment bankers are set for a windfall in 2024, according to Johnson Associates, a top Wall Street compensation analysis firm. Here’s what to expect: Debt underwriting specialists: 25% to 35% bonus increase IPO... 
by meridith dennes | Oct 11, 2024 | Compensation Trends
In a striking demonstration of resilience, Wall Street has posted a remarkable financial performance for the first half of 2024, with pretax profits soaring to $23.2 billion—a 79.3% year-on-year increase. This surge, detailed in New York State Comptroller Thomas P.... 
by meridith dennes | Jul 3, 2024 | Compensation Trends
As Wall Street gears up for its annual bonus season, investment banks are fine-tuning their analyst bonus structures to reward top performers and shape career trajectories. The process, which begins months before year-end payouts, involves a complex system of... 
by meridith dennes | Jan 10, 2024 | Compensation Trends
Investment Banking Bonus Briefing: A 2023 Wall Street Update As the new year unfolds, the financial world turns its eyes to a pivotal event on Wall Street – the annual bonus season. This year, however, the buzz is mixed with a tinge of apprehension. According to a...