Which job is better? working for a Holding company or an operating company with a product/service?

Question

The job is on analysis. I want to know which one has better careed development, growth, and pay considering all other factors equal.

Answer 1

I have worked for both types of companies. It really depends on where you value your contribution to the company. If you want the dynamic environment of running the actual day-to-day problems, then go for an operating company. But if you want to tackle high-level corporate finance jobs, then go for the Holding company or conglomerate. This usually deals with strategic thinking rather than day-to-day problems of the business.