Why is the SM role the worst job in the firm? Besides the obvious things for directly responsible for client, partner and team. Any real life examples to share? Thanks.

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What are the exit opprtunities for a senior manager in E&Y M&A Transaction advisory practice. Would appreciate insights on where have they all landed and in what what roles. Thank you.

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I find it annoying and funny at the same time when SM/Partners ask for expertise in an area when staffing a project. If that is what you want stop hiring generalists from MBA programs.

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Does anyone know the framework for Senior Manager in Advisory? This is a new position to be introduced and what are the guidelines for employees working towards getting promoted to this new position?

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Deloitte senior manager salary expectations? Formerly an S&O role... call with recruiter Monday re: offer planning and not sure what to expect/negotiate. 9 years professional (consulting) experience.

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Insights needed from cap Gemini folks ... Offered a grade D role. Just became manager at PwC .

Perks, benefits and cons please.

Also is grade D a senior manager ?

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For all the PA exit timing questions (senior/manager,etc) from my experience, I don't believe your PA level is most important. Leave for the right role with explicit managerial duties such as (cont)

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Considering a position with Sapient. Any inputs about how big 4 people who switched have fared? Also seeking input on brand perception and work pace. Move is for a higher title/role (SM and above).

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Thoughts on Chief of Staff type roles for an exit opp? What level should you generally be at for such roles (M or SM)?
And what is the expected Comp? Is~ $200k in these roles achievable?

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I'm currently hiring for a Senior Manager of SEO in Atlanta. Great job to grow the practice and lead strategy for enterprise client and will entertain relo. Hit me up on LinkedIn if interested.

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Have an in-person interview with Deloitte Finance & Enterprise Performance group coming up for a SM position. Can anyone give insight into what they will ask and what they are looking for? Thanks!

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Got an offer for a combo - technical accounting and PMO position at a smaller bank. 15% increase and the role that I would ideally want to have, but 3 month away from Senior Manager promo/bonus/etc.

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Associates who are black or Asian. Do you get a sense of pride and/or look up to a person within the firm like you who has reached a more senior role than you (e.g. senior, manager, etc)?

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What is the Deloitte Senior Manager / Specialist Leader equivalent position at BCG?

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Tenured Deloitte Manager. Not happy with Partners I’m working with. I’m supposed to present for SM but don’t want to. Chances of landing an SM role with other Big4?

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Just got promoted to a Manager. A few months ago I Interviewed and received an offer for a SM position in Accenture strategy. Does it make sense to continue as a Manager in D or move to Acc as a SM?

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Tips on a second interview with a senior manager for a manager role in SAP?

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Anyone have insight working with Kraft Heinz? I have a final round interview for a supply chain senior manager role today. Hear mixed things about the culture. (Currently a SC with S&O-Supply Chain)

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Thoughts- P&L ownership, D level, consultative selling, biz dev, revenue growth targets, leadership role at any tier 1 IPPs (Infosys, Cognizant, Wipro, TCS) from SM at Cap. Step up or down?

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I’m getting an industry exit Director position, and have also been green lighted as SM... PacKage is identical and I want to take the industry exit, but SM @D is quite exciting at the same time.ideas?

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ACN SM in the hunt for MD this year and debating wether it is worth it or if I should be looking to exit. Taking a step back would suck but financially Accenture doesn’t look very appealing.

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Looking at exit opportunities for senior manager level at Microsoft and Facebook, how does comp compare to MBB?

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Those from Big4, does a senior architect from IBM GBS, with technical sales experience, stand a chance to get picked up for an interview for a Senior Manager role?

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When your mentor and previous senior manager- high up food chain ask you to reach out to his business partner - high up the food chain for a role in his or , knowing he is hiring, ok to attach resume?

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I work with a SM who’s constantly late to calls & I always have to remind her by sending her an IM after 10 mins. She did the same thing this week but I didn’t IM. I think she’s mad. Is it my role?

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I'm an SM, looking at MD next year, possible L5 this year. Approached by a recruiter for a director role at PWC. My understanding is that is the same as an SM at ACN. Can anyone confirm?

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Just got offered senior manager position at Deloitte. 100k base raise and 50k bonus increase. Happy cinco de drinko!!!

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PwC 🐠 - Does anyone have a clear understanding of the new SM position? I have so many questions but no answers.

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Why does a college hire at Microsoft/Amazon/Google for the program/product manager position bring in the same or more than or the same as a Senior Manager at Accenture?

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Is there a point in becoming SM if I plan to exit anyways? Does being SM at Deloitte increase mkt value?

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Just had the first kid and he’s already turning a year. Looking to exit from Deloitte Consulting as a SM in strategy and analytics practice. what roles should I look for and where do I start!?!

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Why is it so hard to go from Manager at Big 4 to Senior Manager at Deloitte? Got offered an interview for Deloitte but at a manager role. I’m already 4th year manager. 😞

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If I move from Senior Manager position in PA in NYC to a manager position in industry in a very small town, will I ever be able to go up again? Or is that the end of my career?

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Got a referral to McK. Asked to provide a one page resume. Anyone have examples of what McK likes to see (format, content, etc.). Currently a SM.

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Which role is considered an executive? Managers? SM? Or MDs only?

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Got a message from a recruiter regarding a Senior Manager of Business Development position at a unicorn startup. 3 years out of undergrad. Is this uncommon?

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🐠 in SAP consulting: what are typical exit opps to industry - role, pay range? Any successful exits/examples you have seen? FWIW, M4 up for SM, Southeast.

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What should I ask in total comp- senior manager IT role in consumer goods company? Location - Greater Los Angeles

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Any thoughts on exit opportunities at audit senior manager vs audit manager?

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What are non IT audit exit opportunities for Risk Assurance (or equivalent) at the Senior Manager level?

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Currently working at EY and recently promoted Senior looking to switch into a Business Transformation consulting role. Could anyone provide some insights on the day to day, as we as the interview process? Thank you very much.

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If your role is being closed/being laid off (not due to performance issues) just firm downsizing, do you tell the companies you are interviewing? How to phrase it?

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Anyone program managers from Amazon willing to review my resume? I've applied to program manager roles at Amazon before and didn't make it through resume screening even with a referral. I saw a new posting for a team I'm really interested in and want to do it right this time. Really appreciate any help I can get.

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What are some exit ops, from Deloitte tech consulting for a C/SC in Toronto? Also expected salary increases?

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How much CTC to expect for Team Lead and Solution Architect position in @EPAM (YOE: 12+, Skills: .NET)?

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Looking for a contact at DDB! Obviously times are very weird right now, but I’ve been wanting to make a move to Chicago soon-ish or when hiring freezes are over. And would love to try to get in the door there as a mid level - senior AD!

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My team (People & Org Advisory) is hiring a Director, based in the Bay Area. Shoot me a note if you’re interested!

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Does McKinsey and BCG go for external hires for the “Principal” role (level below MD/Partner) Or is everyone home grown at this level.

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Hi ME 🐠s! Would like to know a bit regarding Business Analyst roles in MBB, T2 / B4 firms in UAE. I come from a target school in India (say MBB / T2 hires from my college every year) with ~1 YOE in consulting - based in Dubai. Would the stated firms consider me for a BA role (lateral hire as an experienced BA)?

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Does anyone have any recommendations on how to prep for a human capital case study? I’m interviewing for SC role and have deep knowledge in the areas of Org Design, Change Management and Culture Transformation. I worry more about structuring the conversation and my answers in the most effective way

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What aspects would you look at when interviewing a person for a Manager position?

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CFP thinking of taking a few month career break to search for a new position. Need a recharge and to reevaluate, not to mention time to search. Would this be a mistake? Thanks

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