Pros
1. Associates are experienced in financial modeling, due diligence, and creating financial documents. One can really master the art of formatting if they prioritize it. 2. Being a boutique firm, a new hire will be given ample exposure and will see their competency increase overtime. 3. If you wish to break into IB/PE then its a great place to get groomed on your financial literacy. 4. Executive management has plethora of deal making experience and getting to interact with them and learn from them directly only speaks volumes about a close knit team. 5. Be part of a high growth team and enjoy the benefits.
Cons
The learning curve can be steep depending on your current level, so no need to fret on going the extra mile. Complain all you can, or get better at what you do. That's all that decides one's future.