For those who left big law for DOJ, SEC, etc., what do you see as the best benefit to have done so (other than the reduction in workload)?

I am in the process of finishing up my MBA but considering also getting my SPHR or PHR cert. Is it even worth it or a waste of time and money?

Any recommendations on best way to exit into automotive industry?

5 YOE in strategy and management consulting (M&A, ent transformations, complex delivery, etc.)

Litigators that transitioned to M&A/PE early on in their career, how did you do it? I have an educational finance background, but no work experience in that area (just some general business consulting) & trying to get my foot in the door…

Does anyone have an idea how the work life balance is at Department of Treasury LB&I? Im getting tired of this Big 4 life and it seems to be one of the exit opps for a TP professional

Currently preparing to take the principal and superintendent certification tests. Are there any suggestions for great leadership books or pd for actual day-to-day roles/interactions?

I’m planning to buy the study materials for the SHRM-CP certificate through Amazon. What are the best ones to obtain?

Hello Fishes,

Need your input please

If i get lowballed package with good learning curve. Is it better idea to stick to it for next eight month and make another switch to recover the loss? Or should I search better job ? I have only 20 days left in notice

as an analyst how do I network and maintain connections with external orgs (clients and more so buyers) after the deal has closed? I have their contacts of course but do I add them on LinkedIn after? Is is better to maintain connections w the junior team and how should I go about it w senior management? This is for general networking not that I’m trying to hop to a PE/other org immediately. TIA!

Hi Fishes, howz the leave policy at mphasis?? Thanks

If looking into making a move to corporate/start-ups, how would you suggest looking at what’s out there and deciding the areas you’re most interested in?

Hi fishes

I have an MBA and currently working as ERP consultant with 1.5 YOE. I want to switch to PM. Please guide me as I'm confused about how to switch.

Thanks in advance!

Any fish 🐠 here work for a vc or firm that invests in early stage companies through seed funding, or series a etc... willing to chat with me and provide guidance on an opportunity I am exploring with a vc. I connected with a vc that has $1b under management and I am exploring a principal / venture partner level role with them. First time going through this process with a vc and would love some advice. 20 yoe, senior leader with FAANG. Thanks.

Data analyst trying to break into data science. Anyone willing to network?

Hi everyone!
I am looking into doing a Masters in Social work I have already have a social science background and have worked as an international development professional but I’m considering getting into medical social work. What are the pros and cons of being in this field

Anyone here pivot from politics/campaigns to consulting? Worked at one of the national committees for a few years and decided to get my MBA as a working professional to try and transition. Any advice appreciated!

I want to get middle school cert (for ELA) My degree is K-8. My current cert. & EdTPA is K-5. What's the quickest & easiest path to middle school certification?! (I'm in TN, specifically Sumner Co.)

The majority of my career has been in healthcare tech with some retail experience. Looking to break into event management/coordinating (I believe this is the correct job title) space in either the entertainment, fashion & retail or cosmetic industry. Any insights or advice is appreciated!

Anyone from Capgemini Engineering, Noida ?

Has anybody accepted a job offer and then later rejected it to take a different offer that materialized later? Were there any repercussions to your reputation or otherwise? Any regrets?

I am an Indian CPA and pursuing my level 2 Cfa. I have worked with family office and Swf and have relocated to Vancouver. Any tips on where to begin my job search

Suite nights confirmed 5 days out then get to hotel and they mention I was upgraded at check in. Get to room and def not a suite, ask and they say they don’t have any now. Worth doing anything?

Travelling to NYC in November for the first time and there's a reasonably priced airbnb in Central Harlem. Is that a safe area for 4 females to roam around late at night? I also read on Reddit that short term rentals in NYC are illegal...? Is that true? Should I avoid Airbnbs?

I've been following Coforge LinkedIn page, and I have decent offer from them. In one call HR said we will be moving towards 5 days work from Office, to which I said I don't mind. Now that aside, their LinkedIn posts everyone at VP SVP levels are joining.. seems like they are growing very fast, as hiring at such high Positions happens only that time.

Question is - whenever I compare Coforge with any other people say avoid Coforge.. Why????

Does anyone know of a 2 page standard form affidavit from social security... Client’s ex husband hasn’t paid support and disappeared to U.K. Would like to get his social security check... please let me know if this is something you’ve heard of.

What compensation should I be targeting for a Vice President role at a PE firm with $6.5B AUM in terms of salary, bonus, and carry? How might this differ for an operating partner at a PE fund? TIA!

Any idea what is 80% and 120% salary range for AVP(B8) in Natwest Group India?

At what time does appraisal happen at your workplace?

Is it 31st March, 01st April, mid April?

Hi fihes, need some urgent advice. I have an offer letter from IBM but they had given me joining location of Kolkata and DOJ 1st November. I want my location to be changed to Bangalore. Can I ask HR? Do they entertain such requests or will they revoke the offer?

Just wanted to say hello to my Texas peeps!!

Has anyone prepared a study plan? And when is everyone planning to appear for the exam?

Any good side hustles that you have heard of or do on the side? Just got my EAD card and want to do something besides consulting

Does it violate any ethical rules for federal attorneys to use services like FedRooms (specifically the leisure travel options)? My instinct is no, but I do not have a great handle on the ethical rules federal attorneys must follow.

Did anyone in this group apply for PSLF?

Anyone work for FDA and leave for a firm? Any thoughts or advice (pros/cons)?

Anyone have insight how long it will take after a panel interview to get word on whether the position is going to be offered or not? Recommendations on follow ups with HR to find out status?

Why doesn’t anyone post in this bowl?

Any general anecdotes about moving from a market-paying law firm to government? What was the experience like? Any regrets? How bad did the pay cut sting?

Any procurement attorneys here?

For folks that went from big law to DOJ or SEC as a junior to mid level attorney, was it difficult to get traction on your applications? How long were you applying before you got bites on your resume?

Did anyone apply for the recent CFTC labor and employment trial attorney posting? These things are a black hole so I thought maybe we could share status updates as they come.

Anyone familiar with Attorney Advisor roles with the ALJ Office of the FTC?

I took a temporary job as an attorney advisor at the SBA this past fall b/c it offered a regular paycheck, and my solo practice was suffering b/c of the pandemic. I like the work. I like working from home. Anyone have any insight into the possibility of this temp job becoming permanent. Did the SBA hire you permanently when your temp position ended? How did that happen?

Any guidance on evaluation for GS-13/14 level attorney-adviser positions? Matching resume but credentials aren’t insane.

I’m a recruiter based in DC and the fall lateral market for government attorneys is going to be exceptionally strong. If anyone is looking to transition to private sector, please DM me.

Can anyone confirm the salary for an SK-14 attorney at the SEC in DC? Their website says it’s around $130,000 but that doesn’t sound right since that’s just barely higher than the GS scale.

Does anyone have tips for the structured interview process? I’ve done my research but am not getting past the first round. My credentials must be acceptable if I’m being invited to interview at all. Since post-interview feedback isn’t provided, I’m sort of grasping at straws here!

Has anyone signed a contract to work for X amount of years with the government and then broken that contract? Are there repercussions? The contract was two sentences that said I would work for X years. That’s it. I cannot find any information online about what happens if you hate your new job so much that you quit. Anyone?

Could anyone speak to what it’s like to work for HHS as an attorney advisory? Culture, substance of the work, would be interested to hear anything really. Thank you.

What’re the various agencies/components’ return to office dates (if announced)? And what’re the remote work policies after that date? I hear DOJ said their individual components will decide when exactly to return between mid-March and early May and some are offering a lot of remote flexibility even after then. Curious to hear more details though, both for specific DOJ components and other agencies!

Hey guys, how long out do you/can you apply for federal jobs, i.e. DOJ, AUSA, SEC etc.? I will be getting out of the military next Summer but unsure how far in advance to apply. Thanks!