- Moelis is one of the most elite boutique investment banks in the world with a marquee client list.
- In Q2 2020, when the world was very concerned about the future of corporate finance, Moelis was adding substantially to its headcount.
- Adding when the labor market was not tight has given them a long duration on lower compensation agreements, probably averaging three years given signing bonus clauses.
- With a strong outlook in M&A and also in case of a downturn, Moelis has better contracts in place with its human capital to leverage or protect profits.
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Moelis Benefits From M&A Frenzy, Aggressive Hiring In Q2 2020 Paying Off