Compensation in Consulting

What are your biggest considerations in accepting a new offer from a firm? For me it has to be guaranteed PTO and having weekends free from potential work. I know that isn’t the same for everyone but … more

Just interviewed with Gibson Consulting for what I think is an associate consultant role in the manufacturing side. In every interview it seemed like I was in a different role though??? Salary was at … more

What is everyone expecting for their year end bonus? I'm hoping for $15,000.

After feedback/discussions with fellow staff, I am trying to get an understanding of benefits packages across small/medium sized consulting firms in Canada (staffed in Canada); in particular, mental health benefits or wellne… more

Does anyone have any resources or past material on historical big 4 compensation models? I have been asked to do a review for my online masters program to see potential trends and actions that firms c… more

What is BCG average starting pay for consultants with four years of experience? I'm looking at the Chicago office.

Has anybody tried to file an employment discrimination case before? I have a friend that is the same role, experience, etc. with another colleague but she has found evidence that because they expect h… more

Does anyone have good advice for navigating a potential or in hand counter offer. I enjoy my firm just not the work mainly the colleagues. I’ve seen that regardless I wouldn’t be happy since I’m consi… more

What are your thoughts on sharing salaries/TC with colleagues? I have thought that it is a bit annoying that it is considered taboo to do so from hire ups and that everyone is so secretive about it. A… more

I have an offer for EY and Accenture; the starting salaries are fairly close. I'm wondering, as far as raises and promotions go, which firm is more generous?

Is the salary conversation good to have on the first date or the second date?

You have 7 years of experience for a role. The range for the position you applied for is between $120k to $210k. What salary would you select to avoid being rejected especially in this current job mar… more

What are the best things to look out for when negotiating a salary? Besides understanding what the range of the position and what to expect from the job/company, are there any things people have found… more

How would your employer react if they found out you had a side hustle related to your job? I was offered a gig for not a direct competitor, persay, but a company that definitely shares the same space … more

What should a senior consultant earn? I was offered my first senior role but the starting salary is $155,000. That is only $15,000 more than what I'm making now.

What is the A&M PEPI M and D base and bonus numbers? Looks like M base is $190K and D $225K base. Can anyone confirm base and TC potential?

I see that a lot of tech and AI start ups are pushing their team to work 80 to 100 hours a week. Can you imagine? What kind of salary would you require if your employer wanted you to put in 100 hours … more

In your experience, have you seen a lot of difference in compensation between larger firms and boutique ones in general advisory? I know that they function very differently but wanted to get more info… more

C1 for 115-120k or GDIT for 145k? Both are for principle level and same type of work. C1 offers 20 days pto and 14 holidays and GDIT offers 15 days pto and 10 holidays. I don’t participate in stocks a… more

I had an interview yesterday with a hiring manager and I have always answered the question of, “How much are you looking for in your salary?” as it is negotiable. This is the first time the interviewe… more

If you had an option to be compensated in something other than money, what would you choose? My friend mentioned that they would gladly get paid in free food for every meal for work but that seems too… more

What was your salary when you first started out in consulting vs. now? I started in the industry in 2016, earning just $57,000 a year. Now I'm earning $122,000 a year.

I am in a bit of a pickle… I’m currently four years out of school making 88k in IT consulting. The hours have not been good uses of my time because the clients, although nice, do not give me much work… more

Is $42 an hour a good rate for an Associate at a mid sized firm in L.A.? It doesn't sound like enough to live off of.

Offer from large consulting company, $200K base plus commission

Sr. Capture Manager

12 years of growth exp. of non-commission type work

On point?

Hi all, I know this gets asked a bunch but with recent data that has come out I’m not sure if the rate of return to getting an MBA is worth it. I have been planning on dropping out of the workforce to… more

I'm moving from San Francisco to Kansas City. All of the jobs I'm seeing in KC pay at least 25% less than what I'm making now. Does that sound right? Is KC cost of living really that much … more

Is there a general rule or limit for expected salary increases? I’m currently in my 4th year out of college making 115k at my current firm after starting at 70k. Is it reasonable to expect 130+ in a n… more

I am trying to settle a bet with a friend that works in Big 4. Does a higher salary automatically expect more hours worked? For me I am expected to work 40 hours and rarely work anymore at a rate of 1… more

What does an SM and then Principal earn at Deloitte GPS?

I’m trying to figure out what benefits are must haves vs nice to haves. In my head mandatory is 401k and match, insurance, and PTO and nice to have are general perks such as discounted tickets. What a… more

What does ey pay its directors? Is it safe to assume that I'd earn over $300k?

What does your "hourly" rate breakdown into? I did the math and I'm bringing in $212 an hour. I have 14 years of experience, so this feels a little low.

Is there a certain value that you put towards more vacation days vs pay? I have a firm that’s either offering 135k with 10 days of leave or 120 with 15 days. I’m leaning towards the 135 because I woul… more

Current EY SM and having discussions for a director role at A&M. What’s the realistic expectation on pay? I always hear they are the highest all in but what’s realistic breakdown expectations? I’m… more