Investment Banking Analyst Discussions
Benefits

What are you doing for a retirement plan as an independent consultant? Solo 401K, SEP IRA, etc.? Any recommendations on where to open an account?

Maybe a dumb question but if someone vests in a pension are they still able to rollover a lump sum into an IRA? Or is it too late? Have a client who keeps blowing me off to get documentation...CONT

So I fly basically for free Globally - working for a major Airline perk - what's a way I can make a LEGAL business using my benefits. -Unlimited Flights FYI

How do you know when the next move is right? I don’t like my current position at all, I have an offer from a smaller healthcare focused consulting firm doing ERP implementation. I have no idea what I want my next job to be, it sounds interesting enough but I’m unsure if I’m just hopping from one bad positon to another I won’t like.

Fintech or Bank - both Data Analyst in Internal Audit and same compensation/benefits

Had a serious debate with a hipster last night. Was there anyway for America to get all of the idealistic benefits of Bernie Sanders without losing half my paycheck? Solve that and i'll feel the bern

If I had a traditional IRA before being employed in a 401k eligible role, can / must I roll that IRA into the 401k or can I leave the accounts separate without deleterious tax consequences?

What is your agency’s maternity or paternity leave policy?

Can you get MBA tuition reimbursement if you’re a Digital Strategy Analyst? Or, do you need to be baptized as a pure Strategy Analyst?

I know it always depends, but what is a good target comp range in HCOL for someone who has 3 YOE in MBB/T2/B4 consulting out of undergrad?

Have experience in healthcare, analytics, and corporate strategy. Trying to evaluate exit opps

Roth vs Traditional 401k, thoughts?

How much are you contributing to your 401k?

What is KPMG's parental leave policy for partners versus employees (MDs and below)? Trying to plan life and figure out if it makes a difference to have a child before or after one makes partner in terms of parental leave benefits. Thanks!

Hi EY fish, what would total comp look like in excess of base salary? My understanding it would be bonus and the pension? What is the targeted bonus % for senior?

what’s the ratio of equity/stocks to bond/fixed income in your Merrill lynch 401k plan?Do you make any modifications or just use recommended distribution? First job with 401k and not sure what to do!

Hi all,
I’m currently working for a small technical consulting start-up firm. I make good money, have great benefits, and they seem very happy with the work I’m doing, so I know I could move up quickly. However, tech consulting is definitely not my dream job. I want to get into data analytics, and I have an offer from a big company to do just that. I’ve only been at my current company for about 8 months, but I don’t ever see myself loving this job. How do I know when it’s time to make a change?

I’m moving from a clinical healthcare role in the NHS to strategy consulting with Deloitte… what should I expect? And do you have any advice for me?

Are per diems the same amongst firms? What is your per diem in a city such as Chicago?

Anyone Boston next week?

I recently passed the CFE and was looking into the CAMS next. Any suggestions on how to best prepare for the CAMS? I’ve been mostly reviewing the index cards that come with the prep material.

Anyone want to case this weekend / next week after 6pm est?

I am looking for a job change in forensics department- fraud and investigation, e-discovery. Please recommend me for any openings!

Does anyone have a casebook from 2021-2022 with the latest industry overviews?

Advertising Week Question!
Any events this year? Last year we got to watch Alessia Cara w/o needing to have ticket for Ad Week. Is it worth going to? It’s kinda pricy, but I’m looking to network more

What’s your theme song? The song that helps you get your head in the game when you have a big hearing or meeting

What's dating like in SF? New to the area.

Help: good place to take a call in midtown near Bryant Park area? Left office keys at home, and am already on my way there 😰

Hello Fishes

Recently i was scheduled for an EY GDS interview on 5th of November but no one showed up and interview did not take place , what is it mean?

Hello everyone I am looking for referrals in IT. Kindly help me out. I am a Fresher

Hi I am wondering how long it would take to get established in the life insurance field just starting out. I am 28 working as a case manager for a government agency. Im currently making 91,000 and expecting another increase next January. Would I be able to replicate the same earnings in my first year? What is everyones thoughts?

28 year old with ~125k in cash/brokerage. Have been wanting to begin purchasing rentals but anxious to use a good bit of my liquid savings. Thoughts on biting the bullet vs. investing in stocks. In Houston if that is a factor

Does anyone know the average salary expected for an ad agency copywriter in Singapore? I have 5 years of experience under a big agency back home, but I'm not from here and I'd like to be better equipped for my interview. Thanks!

Hi ,
Can anyone share your IBM bench experience.
How many months you are on bench and got project ?

Fully remote and looking at a bicostal lifestyle. I’ve found some nice long term furnished places, but where can I find a monthly rental for when I’m not at home base. I’ve looked at Enterprise and it’s roughly 2,000 a month for a compact. If I’m going to pay that, I’ll just lease a Urus for 18 months and save one or two hundred😂