At what level is it ideal to move into industry from a salary and worklife balance standpoint? Currently a senior consultant and thinking about jumping to finance

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SM level. Make a lateral consulting move if salary is problem

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Agree with EY1. If you want a really good industry job you likely have to be a SM or have a great network and be an experienced M.

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The earlier the better.

PwC1 only if you want a slow moving career.

Why does industry make your career slow moving?

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