Been on my mind for a while, all thoughts welcome!
So I’m gonna assume that most of us in L&E are in it for the passion, otherwise we would have taken corporate commercial or M&A for the money.
So… where do you see your ‘ultimate resting spot’? Would it be 1) global head of L&E law at a big company, having to always be under the global GC, or 2) just collect enough experience to take the GC route? This of course has way more money, but work with stuff that doesn’t excite you as much, or 3)…?

Does anyone know any reliable career coach or consultant? I desperately want to streamline my career path.

Experience:
Freelance Professor: 3 Years (Multiple coaching classes in Mumbai)
Home Tuitions: 2 years
UPSC Preparation: 2 years (Gave several other exam attempts)
SSB Conference out, 2019
Eventually ended up in corporate due to life situations (assumable) Currently Trainer & QA Lead with 5.4 LPA. Expected an L4 but it is still being delayed even after a strong doc to present.

Hello, which is more beneficial Master’s in Human Resources or PHR Certification?

Anyone had the experience working in the US as a consultant? Apart from higher comp, do you feel there are more opportunities there?

Advice on taking and passing the SPHR exam?

Considering bringing a new advisor on board. Licensed and not new to the industry, but new to financial planning. What type of training program works for you?

Hi Fishes,

I am looking for the job change in ServiceNow profile and having a experience of 4+ yrs.

Currently I am trying to create network in linked in and naukari but still not getting the response from some companies like JP Morgan or mindtree etc.

Can u help me to understand what is the best way to create a network to some major companies.

I know applying directly to the company site mostly doesn't have any benefit or will take long time to schedule the interview.

Hello fishes! I am currently interviewing for a Portfolio Associate role a PIMCO , down in their Newport office. I would like to get some feedback if any of you are familiar with this role, what are the exist opportunities that can come up down the road? I know it is not presented as a front office role but more of a support role to PMs. Appreciate anyone’s input on this. Thank you!

NTS folks! Are you generally happy with your group? Considering jumping ship just to join a NTS group from ITS

Has anyone else turned down a tech job for banking? It was a hard decision but ultimately, I decided that the experience and training I'll get here is second to none. Hope I don't regret this decision

Trying to chart my next move and not sure what direction to go. All I know is I’m tired of being always “on” in a client-facing environment.

Any podcasts, books, etc I can read for insight into more internal roles like biz ops, corporate dev/strategy, other??

4 YOE total all in consulting. Currently a SC. Clients/work have been commercial healthcare implementation & public health strategy, risk, process imp etc.

Hi all, looking at exit paths, 3 years post MBA at MBB, would love some advice! Leaving aside company & comp, curious to get thoughts on roles & career paths.

What do you think of Operations (think run the core of the business) vs. Bizops?

I'm leaning Bizops since it's more similar to consulting and may be a smoother transition, but what's the career path there, if you already enter at a Director level? Would Operations position me better for future roles and complement my consulting exp?

Anyone heard of the online CISSP bootcamp conducted by New Horizons? Any reviews? Planning to attend in October and wanted to know if they are actually helpful for getting the cert.

Is front end web dev a lucrative career choice? Currently in the commercial banking industry but don’t enjoy it a ton, enjoy learning basic front end web dev because I like the control and creative aspect of it, was curious if I should just keep it as a hobby and keep a stable banking job or possibly look into trying to prepare to make a switch in a few years. Thoughts?

How are ppl earning 40-45 lakhs as qa...? I mean what technical skills one should have

Switching from Deloitte USI to SAP SDC.

Keeping money aside, wise decision?

Factors : Growth, future prospects, WLB, brand value.

Hi folks,

I have been offered a position on Senior Consultant/ Deputy Manager at Deloitte India for 4.5 years of exp.

Is this position/role normal for years of experience I hold?

This is important, please respond if have any info on this

2 YOE with a FS poly + nearing the completion of my masters degree, looking to maximize compensation + get into mission focused type work. Are there any firms big or small that may allow me to best reach those goals?

I'm trying to choose between IBM Corporate Strategy and Innosight. I like both opportunities. Innosight pays more, but I've never had a big brand like IBM on my resume. Additionally, I'm worried whether Innosight's exit opportunities are slimmer than IBM. Would anyone have some advice on what I should pick / how I should think about this?

I have been promoted to 5.3 level from 5.2 in persistent systems . Can you tell me What designation would I be getting. Currently I am senior engineering lead

Anyone considered moving to an internally facing role? Or know of someone who’s made the switch and willing to discuss ?

Dear fishes,
Could someone refer me to PO position with Siemens healthineers?

What’s the culture at NPR?

What is the future value proposition of the 401k Advisor in your opinion?

How much would you pay for a 6 bedroom 3 bath house in the Woodbridge area?

Currently looking at this house for $2850 utilities not included, but I was able to negotiate down to 2700 for a year lease.

I'm not interested in buying my own at this time.

Recently received notice from landlord rent is going up ~20%. For reference, it is privately owned condo and did not sign at a COVID discounted rate. Super frustrated. What are others seeing for rent increases?

Any jobs out there that don’t require independent / analytical thinking? Really burnt out from thinking and would love to switch to a more routine position. Yes this is partly imposter syndrome talking.

Finally, I have put down my papers in Infosys, today. While it was fairly good tenure with Infosys (been getting consistently commendable ratings), it was not so good when it came to benefits given by company. Also, the assurance given by managers for onsite opportunities, the moment you indicate you might leave, is a bluff. They will apply visa and this and that without any onsite assignment available. I have read cases people holding H1B for 2 years and yet never got the opportunity to go

After your PhD, did you take time to do something completely different to give yourself a break? The stress of the past few years has made working in a cafe look surprisingly appealing.

I was contacted by Careernet for Booking holdings Job requirement. I was told to attend an event at conrad Bengaluru. I am not sure if companies arrange such events before hiring. Could Anyone please share any such experience. Thanks in advance..

Public finance exit opps?

Haven’t seen bf in over 3 months due to COVID. Lately, he’s been pushing to see me but I don’t feel comfortable because he hasn’t been quarantining. He makes it sound like if I’m not willing to go see him might as well breakup. Any advice?

What is the target utilization for a Senior 2? Or number of chargeable hours goal? Is this ever hard to meet?

What are peoples thoughts on lockdown? Seems weird that it is likely to continue beyond April given all vulnerable will have had at least their first vaccine by then

Anyone ever been asked for your grades after partner round but before an offer? I’m so weirded out by it. It seems a really weird juncture to ask me. Have they decided they aren’t sure if I’m dim??

Has anyone completed CAIA? If so what’s the timeframe to completion like? Thanks in advance!

Be courages this week. Step out and step up. Be present in all you do. Above all, remember you have what it takes.

"I bet 60% of santa hat sales are from stock image photographers."

I worked 2m for startup company and absconded due to bitter experience from Jun'21 - July'21 , later immediately joined to another company Aug'21 to present(under notice period). Now I got offer with comcast and will moving on Jan'23. I'm bit worried because I don't have releiving letter for those 2m but all other records are clear with me(includes to company I'm currently serving notice period). I yet to reveal this 2m to my Hr. Should I tell and leave as such, Kindly pour your advice.

Hi All,

I got offer from IBM. My DOJ is December 14th 2022. I am a UI developer. i want to know what is the bench policy in IBM. Do we get projects. How will be the client interviews?

Is anyone working closely enough with hr that you sign off on every termination? If so what's the process? Most are likely rubber stamp approval but good to have visibility into Ines hr may not see as risky or to see possible trends. About 2k us employees in manufacturing and r&d

Any offices mandating vaccinations as a condition of employment? Or introducing it as a condition of employment for new joiners? Not happening widely yet but it can’t be far off at this rate… if clients ask to deal with vaccinated staff only

Practicing 11 years at larger regional firm. Experience is L&E, complex commercial litigation, products, contract disputes, trade secret litigation (really varied on the litigation side). What types of in-house positions might I be qualified for? Considering a switch.

what would be an average in house salary for an employment counsel with 3 years experience?

I’m finally making the jump to in-house after getting a bit burned out working in law firms. I’m really looking forward to it and have been considering going in-house for a couple years. But I’m also a bit nervous as I’ve only worked for firms. Any advice for a new in-house labor and employment attorney?

Are there any L&E legal/bar associations that you all would recommend?

My general impression is that tech companies hire more senior L/E counsels (5-6 YOE) instead of junior ones (3-4 YOE). Is this true, especially at FAANG? Thanks!

What's a good starting base salary for in house counsel - employment and labor in Chicago with 8 years of experience?