Could be a mid age crisis but I hate my job. Multiple big 4, background on corporate tax compliance and provision (~7 years experience) after years of working long hours pivoted into tax consulting/project management. Hours are much better now, pay is good (150k mcol), but the pace and amount of calls is crazy. But you never work enough, SMs and partners work while on PTO, 2 days in the office required. What are my options for similar pay, but maybe less expectations to live to work?

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You know the answer, it's industry. But good pay, good WLB and exciting work is hard to find, but it exists. I wrote out my strategies and tips in a playbook that I share on my website. Check out the links in my profile here or on LinkedIn if interested.

I feel your pain, don't lose hope my friend! Good luck!

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100%. Just trying to figure out where off to next. My current group is definitely not the right fit for me

What firm and SSL are you in?

Industry?

Industry! Especially with your background

Maybe it’s my clients but I’ve seen people in the industry work long hours for extended periods off time as well

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