Hi everyone,
I’m currently working at a T2 consulting firm in Dubai and have been in this role for a little over 18 months. Prior to this, I worked for just under a year at an asset management/investment management firm. I hold a Master's degree from a reputable institution (Think Global top 5 university) and was fast-track promoted once at my current firm.
While I’ve learned a lot in consulting, the lifestyle has become increasingly unsustainable for me. The constant travel, especially late-evening or overnight flights (e.g., 3.5-hour flights with minimal rest), has left me sleep-deprived and burned out. Coupled with the usual stress of consulting, it’s becoming hard to maintain a healthy balance.
Adding to this, I’ve often struggled to see the real value we bring to clients since I joined. This has made it difficult for me to stay motivated, and I’m now questioning whether I should even remain in my current role until I hit the 2-year mark.
I’m exploring exit opportunities in Dubai and would like advice on where I might best fit. Ideally, I’d like a role where I can leverage my consulting and finance background, maintain a relatively good work-life balance, and avoid a significant pay cut.
I am interested in New-co /business development, financial markets, etc, yet I don't know how this is translated in the exit opps search.
Thanks in advance!
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