How many of you doing CFA are in front-office IBD? If so, what is your rationale?

I have an interview for an in house position (only attorney) at a small non-profit focused on conservation easements. I am a transactional associate at a mid sized law firm. The prospect of freedom from the billable hour and contributing to meaningful work are the draws. The cons are that while the salary at the non-profit would only be slightly less than what I am making now, pay increases and opportunities for advancement will be much less than where I am now. Thoughts on making the shift?

What do you think is the better option? Both offers are around the same salary (~100k EUR in Denmark).

Solutions Specialist (security) at Microsoft or Manager in digital solutions (security) at MasterCard? Also in respective of the long term career? I have 2.5 YOE

What are the best prep materials to prepare for the CFA Level 1? Looking for some recommendations.

ZS (strategy insights & planning) or Putnam or CV?? Taking into consideration culture, long term earning potential and exit opps

I have 2 offers Sr Manager and 180k (base + bonus) vs Manager 220k (base + bonus). I wanted Sr Manager title but the company offering Manager. What should I do? How will it affect my future titles?

Is it a wise decision to move from big4 to WITCH companies or mid sized product companies like Arrow electronics, Emerson just for the sake of pay rise. In my current company, I don't have any issue but just have a thought that a switch is needed to move up the ladder . Infosys Deloitte Tata Consultancy PwC Cognizant Capgemini

I haven’t been at a B4 firm since 2018. Do you still require a professional certification to be promoted to Manager?

I was initially considered for an insights and analytics Manager - experience management opportunity, aced all the interviews and the recruiter got back to me saying they really liked me but are considering me for a Senior Consultant position in order to ‘set me up for success’, and that I could be promoted to manager anywhere within 3 to 6 months..
Not super excited about the ‘drop’ in title, I currently am Sr Mgr of analytics at a Fintech managing a team of 4 FT analysts

What advice do you have for someone who will soon start their first job as a retail manager?

Anybody want to summarize the core concepts of ASC 842?

McK associate equivalent at Accenture consulting?

New/pivoting into HR! 👋 Currently working as a TA Coord with a little entry level work in HR Ops prior to this. Is there a SHRM link, reliable test, or method of shadowing the various parts of HR that will provide a sample of the work, thinking, and day to day experience of each group? I didn’t go to school for HR and therefore haven’t had the opportunity to sample HR Ops. vs. TA vs. Comp vs. Benefits vs. Payroll, etc. I know work experience is the best barometer, but what can supplement this?

Is there a market for lawyers to add expertise In crisis management or reputation management? My goal is to counsel clients on how to respond to media inquiries without saying or posting something detrimental to a potential litigation while still maintaining communication with their client base. If so, how to break into that industry? Courses? Books? Certifications?

How did you get into tech recruiting, and are you happy with it?

After nearly 20 years in the military serving in T&E and HR roles, I’m considering moving on and have been conducting lots of research into consulting. BS, MA, and SPHR cert - no MBA. I’m looking for suggestions or advise about transitioning. DC Metro area is likely landing spot.

Hi Strategy& folks what are the level at uae s& , i was told there is no director level between manager and principal

Considering a change from audit (SM) to an advisory role - looking at a Director position within Strategy, Finance and Accounting M&A. [Insert typical “should I make the jump” question here]. I’m 3+ years to audit partner and weighing options and exhausted by omnipresent inspection risk and how this impacts day to day (and presume it will continue to get worse). Considering the advisory role 1) job security, 2) exit ops, 3) partnership ops. Anyone recently make a similar jump and could share?

I graduated law school in 2016 and work at a small-medium size firm. What should my salary be compared to other firms? (In the process of applying to other firms and I think I currently make on the lower end)

Best way to answer “why do you want to join private credit” or “why do you want to join private debt”. I have a general sense of why I want to but can’t really put my thoughts into words. Any insight would be helpful. Thanks.

Which one is ideal in terms of WLB and job security?

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Weekends - what are the best sources / instas / emails that list cool, unique, events or things to do in NYC before they sell out...! Less like Time Out, more like Skint, but price isn’t critical.

Campus visit (non interview) says to wear business casual. Jeans and dress shirt tucked ok?

What are thoughts on Rotman with $$? Debating between that and just wait another year for T15. International student looking for jobs in Canada, 720 GMAT, 3 yoe at big 4

Any Consortium R1 applicant to CBS or Stern heard about interviews yet?

Do you believe that there’s people who can “see” what’s in your life and near future when they pray for you and tell you?

Anyone willing to dm about climate/sustainability roles at BCG?

Do you think that sales skills are an important/integral part of tech recruiting? Or recruiting in general? Do you see what you do as partly being "sales" oriented?

What company is at the top of your product wishlist for working? I'd love to work at Slack or at Notion. Both have great reputations and Slack especially is supposed to be an ideal place for PM's. Notion mostly just cause I use it and would love to be involved in bettering a product I actually use. Now all I have to do is actually become a product manager.

Any idea what’s the compensation package look like for Microsoft Org change mgmt sr consultants?

thinking about making the move to Havas, I’ve heard they’re making a lot of changes and restructuring. Trying not to base my decision off of all the rumours. Any thoughts from current employees?

What's bonus cycle in DBS? TIA

Hello UST folks,

Those who don't know we have got the access to "Udemy Business". Earlier it was not allowed, now we can use the Udemy for all learning. I am happy and wanted to share with you all.

Any dads out here? Wife is 20 weeks pregnant with our first and want to connect and know from fellow dads on how are they coping. How are you helping your partner? Feel I am not doing enough. Except for getting ready with the finances.

Pregnant moms, feel free to provide suggestions on what your partner is doing which you really appreciate. I got the foot massage part covered. 😉

Starting my first job at a big agency in the coming week! Any tips on relationship building with my manager and teammates?

Interviewing for an AVP role after only 13 months of working. What kind of questions might trip me up and is there anything I should make sure to do? (Dept: TFI/support to traders)

God damn I'm too young to be balding already. Should I shave it? I'm relatively fit and stylish.

recently moved to a new city where i have to take the metro 20 min everyday each way. any recommendations on what’s to do during that time other than listening to music/audiobooks?

Any good book recommendations for profitability and performance management for banking industry? Or books on best practices for calculating economic capital?

How frowned upon are crew neck undershirts?

A $1T valuation is fine, but Tim Cook should be fired for the value loss that came from actually producing products, being famously boring and not losing his mind on social media.

For those trying to leave, how do you sneak interviews in?

What percentage of the work that you do on any given day would you consider intellectually stimulating? State your position.

There has to be a point where focusing on minute details generates diminishing marginal returns.

Former consultants, is the life on the other side really so bad?

To the people that dump loads of $$$ on mobile or computer games as a way to chill after a crazy day, why do you do it? I am thinking there has to be better way to cope.

London crowd: know if the US version of Netflix is that much superior? Thinking about buying a VPN, but what not make sure that it’s worth it.

How risky is going to a startup which is currently going through Series A? Have just received an offer.

How much does AVP at citi bank gets paid in FRM - ICG in NYC? Currently a senior BA getting close to get promoted and unsure if it will be a good jump or if Im demoting myself

Maybe I'll avoid bounce tonight, maybe not

Finish strong tomorrow. #Bankerproblems

Hey CFA friends, am I allowed to use an HP10bII+ on the exam? I heard there are only a few models allowed...

What questions would you ask a recruiter when discussing benefits? What’s important?

Are there any Mexican restaurants in NY?

I make this firm millions of dollars in excel every year. Maybe they could get me a new computer every year. Hell, net it out of my bonus. I probably won't notice.