All SMs currently in pipeline - How many years at SM on average would you say it takes to be a partner these days?

Hi Fishes, I'm in a huge dilemma now. Im currently working with TCS and my CCTC is 10.29 LPA and I hold 2 offers, one with with Bank of America for 17.5 LPA Fixed and with CTS for 19 LPA.
My last date is Dec-30 and I received a call today from TCS HR for retaining me for 16 LPA max.
Earlier,before the call I had Bank of america in mind ahead of CTS for its work culture ,hike %, job security and other benefits. But here in TCS also I have very good role, job security and comfort.Please suggest!!

Jr. Associate at an AmLaw 100 firm in Central Florida. Good credentials; top 10% at T14, law review. Sick of private practice bc of hours and pressure. Also, not enjoying the work that Central Florida offers, but want to live here.

I want to one day have my own firm. Trying to think outside the box on how to get the experience w/o being in big law for ten years.

Thinking of applying to be an ASA and to the FL AGO. Would like trial experience or civil rights/con law work.

Thoughts appreciated!

My wife is in sales at Mercedes and she has been averaging $200k a year and growing YoY. She loves her job, however she works long days and barely gets time off. We plan on having kids within the next year or two, and it’s highly u likely that she’ll be able to keep her current gig. We want to find a career that allows her to work remote or that at least gives her a better work life balance so that she can see her kids grow up. Should she get certifications to give her a shot at adtech?Too late?

I was put in to SAP when I joined my firm. I got SAP FI certified (associate), but have not done any configuring or implementation work at all (gov't consulting). I'm functional, and do use SAP (cont)

Hi there! I work for a tech start-up and I've been tasked with revisiting their compensation philosophy and propose a better structure. I think this will also require me to revisit job titles, existing talent and tenure, performance, career paths, and the organizational structure. Any useful tips as I tackle this big undertaking?

I’m potentially moving from a senior social role to an account management position. I feel I’ve capped my growth in social and want to explore other sides of the business. Any tips to set myself up for success?

I have an offer to join a startup as an APM. The only downside is that the engineering team is located offshore in India. I’m concerned about the resulting impact because of 1) the potential late night calls 2) the learning opportunities missed by not working with a US engineering team (communication tactics, translatable skills) 3) potential exit opps into FAANG pm roles due to not having experience with an onshore eng team. Would any one be able to speak to this from experience or share advice

I have over 12 years in B2B sales/sales management experience along with a graduate degree. I am wanting to shift gears and I am at a point where I can invest time in myself to learn through practical experience. The new industry I am wanting to pursue is real estate investment. I have read all the books but want some hands on experience on the property management side. How could I best leverage my skills for a role in this, and what should my expectations be for negotiation in compensation?

Hi I have total 2YOE in C# , but i wanted switch into Java, but many companies are asking Java experience, How can i approach companies to get a job as a Java Dev

Hi all, which companies in the Federal space can I target that work in the healthcare implementation space? Most openings I see are on the strategy/advisory side.
I have a lot of experience in the Medicaid world and have led and managed implementation projects there. Thanks.

If you’re tired of the stress of the agency world what’s a good next step career wise? Working in programmatic display currently and sick of the never ending workload.

Does industry have billable hours? At the big 4, we are required to work a certain number of hours each week and if we spend too much time on anything we are questioned on why it took so long. Is that a thing when you go in industry?

What book would you recommend? For a SCM professional :)

Any thoughts on threat intelligence certs? Which ones are most worth the effort?

Question from a newbie consultant - What are some good online courses/ books to improve consulting skills?

What are the Top MBAs outside of M7 to land an MBB role?

Is anybody familiar with the CIA challenge exam?

I am currently a CPA debating if I should work towards a CIA certification.

If I read this correctly I can forgoe some of the CIA exam since I am already a CPA. Is this correct?

What corporate practice has better longevity if your goal is to stay in big law for as long as possible: M&A or Capital Markets?

Anyone have any thoughts on Primary vs Secondaries PE as a career after coming from Tech M&A? Wondering if Secondaries is a good move?

About to quit a job in just one month of joining... what should I do...just hit the exit button, or keep a call with the Manager or the HR?

What are the things that I should say as the reason to quit so that I face the least issues.
I am just quitting for a better opportunity but don't want to burn the bridges here at the same time.

Would request the experienced fishes to help me with this. I am new to these kind of situations and really need help with how to handle this.

In the process of interviewing for a strategy/Corp dev position at an activewear/athleisure company and they want me to think of a couple tangential industries that may have companies for acquisition and do a write up. I’m stumped on what else an activewear company would buy besides other activewear companies. I can only think of home fitness (Lulu’s Mirror) or vitamins/supplements. Any thoughts?

Recently i have got an offer from Wipro . Can someone please help me with the annual appraisal/ Hike ? What is the avg hike they give to B3 band employees?

Is there any vacancy in IBM Kolkata for ETL Testing /SQL/Visualization for 6 years experience?

I’m 3 months into a new job where I work for a global tech company, and I want to ask for a pay review from my manager at the 6 month mark when I pass probation.
I know I’m going above and beyond my responsibilities as I’m not just managing projects, but I’ve also set up a global PMO governance board and have identified gaps within other teams where I’m assisting with the solution.

Is it acceptable for me to be asking this from my manager, and if so how do I raise this?

Why did the auditor cross the road?

I got an offer to work at a Gensler office, but something has come up and need to move/work in a different city. Can I ask them to transfer me before I accept the offer? Will they do this if there is the same role currently open in the new city?

I had HR round long before and last Tuesday my HR sent me this link to feed my present employer data for Background Check.
When can I expect Offer letter mailed to me??

What “self help” books are you guys reading? I just read Untamed by Glennon Doyle and wow, I want to start from the beginning again, but feel like I should read something else. Would love any suggestions.

Looking for details on the Analytics Advisory Specialist role… salary, work/life balance, growth, etc. please give me the scoop!!

Any lead for legal opening at a manager level? I have 8+ years of experience in both in-house and corporate.

Career pivot into consulting? I've always been in a non client serving role and I just want that opportunity? Even completed an MBA and no luck. Too much experience in one area that am no longer interested on.

How was you memorial day weekend?

Which is better path in CRE... Multifamily asset manager or multifamily underwriter?

How is everyone's online teaching going?

I want to buy a Rolex explorer 1. Should I buy it used for around $9,500? Or someone try to wait for the AD which who knows when it’ll be. I’m a bit hesitant to buy a used Rolex. Is buying used from a reputable source risky?

Dear fellow analyst sitting next to me: Please chew food with your goddamn mouth closed. every day around 7pm, like clockwork, you be like NOMCHOMCHAMCHOMNOM. please stfu.

Hey guys,
Hope you all are doing well
I'm writing this post to get a referral for company switch from TCS to MNC or any start up as a Python developer.
I'm well versed in Python, web development using django, AL and Data science.
I'm still improving my skills at my best.
Please do let me know if u have any opportunity suiting my profile.
Feel free to ping me.

Thanks in advance.

Does anyone know of any good YouTube channels with Financial Services Tax concepts/walkthroughs/trainings?

How much are your raises every year on average? As a senior it’s been 6-8%

Do hedge funds people have better schedule than PE people?

Do you think FS tax works more than regular, lack of better words, tax in general? Want to get an idea of your particular office culture.

Are there any companies out there that don’t need CPA to be manager even if you’re eligible to sit for the exam?

What is EY Edge in FSO? What do you do and what are the hours like?

How's everyone's schedule these days? EY getting busy already.

Anyone figure out how the 1065 will be presented this year for clients with GAAP books? Seems like M-2 should be tax but the instructions say book and “match K-1”

Does your firm have presence in Seattle office? I like the work and want to transfer, but EY doesn't have FSO tax out there.

At what level, would one start getting technical questions in an interview for an industry position? - manager? SM?

Do you know anyone with this background that pivoted into tax technology? If so how?

How are the pipelines to making partners looking at other firms? Do you see 7 to 8 years at SM level like EY? Is 3 to 4 years an old news? This is for fed compliance btw. Are other service lines any better?

Do you know of any success stories going from FS tax to FAANG type company tax departments?

EY FSO tax and the equivalents at other firms, let's start a chat!

Do you enjoy financial tax? Have you ever tried to transfer to general tax and was it successful?

Just internally transferred from PCS to FS tax team as a senior. What can I do to catch up all the technical skills and stay on top of everything?

When extended family asks what you do for a living? You say “ well it’s the taxes for funds like venture capital ” oh so starting a new business “ kinda of “ I had a former manager tell me explaining public accounting is tough. I would have to agree with that former manager. maybe I should have said I prepare K1s and 1065s lol

Are there firms with FS tax practice in Seattle? Specifically fed compliance: Private equity. I know EY doesn't. Any other firms?

If anyone is looking for a job working in RSM's tax financial services group that has experience in either Private Equity, Hedge Funds, or Venture Capital space send me a message. Please have a resume for me to review and then I can get you setup for an interview. I am based on Los Angeles, but I am not concerned about location, as we need people in this space all throughout the firm. I spent 13 years with the big four before making the move and it was the best decision I have made.

How is the staffing situation in your office? People are dropping like flies at all levels.