Compensation in Consulting

Has anyone achieved Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) while working as a consultant? Is it even possible?

Is the compensation structure at Alvarez and Marsal the same for the following groups?
- TAG
- PEPI
- FSI

Per diems: Are they covering costs or just crumbs? Travel expenses seem to be skyrocketing, yet my per diem feels stuck in the Stone Age. Anyone else feeling the pinch? Are firms being stingy, or am I… more

For anyone that doesn’t really worry about money, at what salary did you start to feel that?

Any fish here working at JP Chase at executive director level? I’m at final round for an AI ED role, want to understand the typical range of comp. Thanks in advance!

Is 130k total comp for HCOL Manager1 with 4YOE good for top 10 consulting company? I feel like I could make a lot more if I go to a different company — thoughts?

Please advise. Currently making $220k in total comp. Want to move out since promo is delayed and the only offer I have is a lateral move with $230-$260k TC which includes RSU. The base is less in the … more

Qq - approaching final round with one company (A) and have a have an offer from another. Company A I think would be good resume builder and looks like better reviews all around. Company B will likely… more

BCGers: Can Senior Advisors at BCG be paid a salary or is compensation entirely variable? Also also can partners at BCG beholder than 6?

Has anyone here worked for S&P Global and what is it like working with them. I see that they have posted quite a few vacancies and wondering if they are loosing people who are unhappy. I am consid… more

Considering a move in-house. The stability and work-life balance are tempting, but I'm worried about a significant pay cut. Did anyone else make this jump? How did it impact your finances?

Can anyone confirm total compensation of vice president at Flipkart?

Can anyone confirm what is target (tier 3 rating) bonus % ranges for SM and D roles at S&? TIA !

I'm debating getting an MBA to accelerate my consulting career. Did it make a significant difference in your salary and opportunities? Any specific programs you'd recommend?

Anyone has experience with AI strategy in math banks? What is the typical range of total comp for VP and ED level position?

I have 3 years of Technical Support experience and a Masters of Engineering in Cybersecurity Policy and Compliance. I was just contacted by Guidehouse that I made it through as the potential next Juni… more

For those with experience with spot bonuses- What’s your experience with them? How are they used and how much are they in terms of % of salary?

Any thoughts on scenario: Current offer seed startup 180k /250 TC. Currently late stage startup 120k / 155 TC with 200k RSU 75% vested.

New startup is same line of work just assuming larger title and … more

Anyone have any insight on salary expectations for Senior Consultants at small/mid-size firms in the U.S.? MCOL, 8 YOE, interviewing for a position in the accounting advisory service line. TIA.

Today I’m having a mid year review. Any advice?

Took my comp from a few years ago and adjusted it for inflation. I make slightly over what that number is.
However, post tax it feels negligible.
Espcially since the government inflation calculator / in… more

So I spoke to the recruiter for a company, they gave me x salary. I agreed.


Went through the interview, 2 months later, they gave me an offer that is 16% less than the original salary due to budget restraints. No … more

How much do big four firms in Toronto pay IT Audit senior managers?