Partners Only

Hi UK Partners / MDs, in the first 3-5 years how has your total comp progressed? Please include whether you were at a Big4/MBB/Tier2 firm and how the numbers evolved. I know it’s a tough market out th… more

It’s been a great run, but I think I’m done. Too hard to leave the kids each week and I’m also just getting tired. Maybe I’ll start with a simple question - what did you do when you knew it was time? … more

Did IBM recently have RIFs in their cybersecurity practice? Was it performance based, if so, esp. at the Associate Partner / Partner levels?

Can someone please explain to me why “home grown” partners with 2 years partner experience think they should be coaching/supervising a direct admit partner who has been a partner for over a decade? W… more

Any equity level partners seeking exit in tech industry ? Would love to chat - just starting to think about this

Has anyone tried a PR firm to boost your profile apart from your firm/company? Publishing media, tv interviews , articles, etc? Any experiences to share?

What does a 5/8 yr partner make in human capital at B4? Gross vs. net?

What’s a typical sign on bonus for an experienced hire at principal/associate partner level?

What’s happening at Slalom? Heard of a big restructure/reorganization/redundancies.

42 yo, 2 kids, MCOL and recently moved to the US. I’m thinking about getting a life insurance policy $3M plus (TBD). TERM, 15 or 20 years. Any recommendation of providers? I’m not hearing good things … more

Seeking a bit of inspo. What keeps you going? Brownie points if you’ve hit your retirement $ target already.

I’m being recruited for an MD role at A&M. I quite like the people I’ve met — are there any gotchas I should be aware of? Plan is to stay and build for a long period of time.

Can I just say, I find PE work really unfulfilling if it’s not a transformation. J hate DDs. I know they pay bills, but still I feel like a quantum of me dies with each one.

Any of my Accenture friends here get affected by the MD reductions?

At an MBB and very very tired of the current consulting environment… it’s nowhere close to be worth the money specially for a mid career partner. Time to get a 2y career break until the market correc… more

Success applying via LinkedIn?
How real are the chances of finding a Parter level equivalent job via LinkedIn job postings.? Occasionally I see job posting that seem to interest me (eg, country / regio… more

Folks, if you had $1M cash to invest, where would you? Have previously invested in private placement REITs and stuff, but assume I don’t want to put more money in real estate at the moment. Many thank… more

Curious across the Big 4 / ACN what all in comp is averaging for 10+ year P/MDs?

Looking for insight on partnership at Guidehouse. How does comp look? Thanks!

Curious how the job market is right now? I would like to leave my firm at some point this year.

How much are your Senior Partners factoring in DOGE impact to the public sector business?

At a big 4. Thinking of starting a new firm focused on PE value creation. Anyone contemplating or thought through a similar move?

It is time for me to make a move. Any guidance on how to approach recruiters / network without seeming desperate?

How is everyone enjoying doing client service with the US business uncertainty. 1 for not at all. 10 for the best of times. 1-10. 😃

Has anyone created trusts? What are the pros/cons? Do you wait for a certain net worth before you do it?

I’m using Quicken in my work laptop to manage my personal finance. Curious about how most of you manage yours. Any concern in using the work laptop regarding compliance or security threats?

Mid-tier boutiques vs B4/Accenture? Any experience on comp and career trajectory?

I was recently (last October) in talks with Deloitte for a DAP role in their technology consulting business and didn’t materialize. They offered me an MD role and I quickly turned it down. They insist… more

A few questions on ACN L2 MD role (ACN seems to be on an aggressive hiring spree from B4 partnerships):
1.Range of bonuses and stocks actually paid out (lot the typical MD who meets or slightly exceeds targe… more

What are raises and bonuses looking like? 3rd yr partner at a boutique that competes against B4 advisory. 4% raise after two years none, a 14% bonus that was a bit over half my target based on partial… more

I have a DAP offer from EY and PwC. I was leaning toward EY bc it’s 15% more comp but hear there are leadership and other fundamental morale issues and they don’t treat their partners like partners. W… more

Anyone moved from Accenture to direct admit Partner at PwC? Willing to share a bit about the pros / cons of the transition?

Thanks

Has anyone been contacted by Marquis Who’s Who for inclusion into their database? I just did then interview and they awarded me the honor, but it seems like you need to spend $1400 - $1700 to have ac… more

Has anyone gone the offshore banking account route? If so, where and how easy was it to set up?

Might be a bit behind in thinking about this, but all these years it’s been all work-work-work and less thinking about being smart with my money. Most of my money sits in a HYSA and I realize need to do better.more

Has anyone had any luck hiring someone to overhaul your resume and linked in profile? Realizing I haven’t touched mine in years. Any recommendations for firms to work with? How much did you pay? Was i… more