How much does an entry level Certified SF admin can make? I'm thinking of changing career paths and start my SF education. Any tips or advice?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Typically 65k-75k. It’s a competitive space to get the first full time role as a Salesforce admin and pretty smooth sailing finding jobs after that.

likehelpful

Varies from organization to organization. If you have no prior experience and are pivoting from an unrelated industry, the Certified Administrator cert will be essential. You might check out Talent Stackers. They specialize in helping people pivot, earn certifications and try to assist you finding a job.

like

It’s a professional network just like any other, not a scam like some places that were forcing “talent” to sign over a percentage of earnings.

If you’re good at your work 80K is good for starting point as admin

like

65-75k is accurate for entry level admin with none/limited developer skills

like

Related Posts

Any Accenture and slalom fish know what I can expect coming into either with 4 yrs of experience into the salesforce practice?

like

Interviewed today and haven’t talked about salary expectations (ops). Interviewer mentioned that a lot of people have joined them from top companies (FANNG and MBB) for less money because of they believe in the mission. Coming from ZS I’m hoping it’ll still be a bit of a jump 😕

Hi Fishes,
I am working as an Senior Systems Engineer in Infosys at 3.9 LPA. I have around 2 years of experience. My Skill set is Informatica Power Centre, Teradata, SQL, Python, Tableau, Autosys (batch scheduler) and advanced excel. I am looking for a switch, how much compensation/ salary would be fair to ask on the basis of my experience and skill set?

like

Hi fishers,

Current: 20 lpa
Yoe : 7.5 years
Technology: automation java selenium api
Cleared ofss interview
Can u please suggest how much should i ask depending on my current ctc and yoe.

Currently a Wealth Advisor for Citi but I honestly hate it here with a passion it’s the worst company I’ve ever worked for in my life and I’ve been in Wealth Management in the banking channel for over a decade. Series 7, Series 63, Life, CFP, ChFC, and soon to have my MBA with a focus in Mergers & Acquisitions. I’m look to enter another area of Finance at this point instead of starting over somewhere else from scratch, but not sure what direction to go. Interested in Investment Banking or M&A.

like

I work as a Business Development Manager at a sports club.. I’ve been given a couple of months “trial” in the 6 figure and above sales in which I don’t see going back to my other role on lower sales. This was a somewhat good move for me until I consider missing out on commission each month that was more than my salary. (£25k salary, over £2k per month commission)
How do I go about raising this concern? I believe I should be paid more now and at least change my job title?

like

HSBC India HSBC India HSBC has anyone tried re negotiating with hsbc with a counter offer? I have got 25 lpa fixed for 11 yrs yoe and gcb 5. Is there a chance of getting more?

Hi sharks,
I recently got offer letter of barclays and I accepted it. What is next process they do in regards of background verification.
Also want to clarify on offer letter after fix pay.. I am not getting variable pay section.
It is included in offer letter or not.
Please provide ur inputs.

like

What are the in house exit opportunities?

like

Corporate Vice President salary at New York life? Anyone here worked at the company/role?
They confirmed the desire to hire me and having a HR call tomorrow morning to go over compensation and benefits..

like

Hello all,

I have an Interview with Atlassian for a pre sales solutions engineer role in Canada that requires 5-8 YOE . What's the salary range I should be aiming for ?

like

I’m interviewing for a marketing manager role at a company based in SF. I’m genuinely excited about the role and the company but we’ve yet to discuss salary. I expect to be asked at some point, but my research has given me a VERY broad range. So I’m here to do a bit more research. I’ve got 5 very relevant years of experience and will have an associate manager directly reporting to me. Are there any marketers out there who can share their salaries in similar regions and experience levels?

like

Can anyone tell me how much hike qualys will give you after completion of one year?

Hi all,

I have a offer from
Perficient and joining in 2 months time. Question :
1: how is the company in terms of job security and projects? I work with web analytics
2: How is the hike and work life balance.
3: Attrition rate
4: Hike is good but will it be a safer vet like Accenture Operations?

Need some views from people working there.

Thanks in advance.

like

Hi Fishes

Please please please help me with the following:

What are the perks or benefits provided by SCB?
How is associate manager placed in the hierarchy?
What is the avg salary for associate manager?

TIA

like

I'm a Consulting Associate and have been with RSM since Fall 2020. I make 75k in Chicago - I think I'm underpaid(?). I get DMs from Big4 and I'm thinking about moving firms. Should I wait for the promo/bonus on Aug. 1 or just start looking now? I know for a fact I'll be getting promoted to Senior.

likeuplifting

I didn’t got the bonus mentioned in the increment letter. Only increased salary. When do we get it?

like
like

Can someone give me a range for salary for auditor with 2 years experience transferring to FDD associate? In HCOL (New York/ SF). I have been requested to give a figure and don’t want to go too low. Thank you!

like

More Posts

How bad is the attrition in your team/company?

like

Hello All, needed some advise, I have offer from freshworks of 50 L/A and other offer from 314e startup company with 48L/A but they are giving after 2 years US visa processing they will start, should i consider on the second offer?

like

Has anyone tried CoolSculpting? How was your experience? I booked a session for my stomach this month and am unsure how to set my expectations.

like

Any idea why I'm building muscles and losing fat all around the body except belly button area? 27M here.

like

How is hexaware, pune? Project, job security, stability and office?
Skills : Java, angular
Yrs: 8
Offer: 25

like

Hey guys,

I have an interview at Microsoft next week for the role of SharePoint consultant. What should my preparation be like?

Looking to switch from graphic design to ux / ui. Lots of branding experience, but not so much in ux/ui (currently in school) what are hiring managers looking for in terms of portfolios. Any examples?

What’s going on with those LinkedIn job opportunities right now??? Has anyone gotten one lately? What did they say? I’ve gotten one job opportunity through LinkedIn, while freelancing, so far.

like

Does anyone else feels like the job market today is like the 2013 Real Estate Market? It is a buyer’s market. It’s saturated with jobs, but no one wants to work. And recruits are not taking advantage of the ones who want to work.

The cycle repeats. #thirstythursdays

likefunny

Anyone here worked on the Microsoft account at carat? What’s your opinion?

Sr. Digital Media Specialist here. Been with my agency for exactly 2 years now. I recently received a major elevation in responsibility, but the company “cannot afford to promote me at this time.” Basically I’m expected to operate as a manager without the title or compensation.
I’m burnt out and undervalued and am looking outward. My experience is in CPG eRetail search & display media, direct experience with Instacart, KPM, Criteo, Quotient, and CitrusAd. Any suggestions (fully remote)?

like

12b6 always be tellin’ it like it is

Post Photo
likefunny

Hi Everyone, I am trying to apply for a Technical Support role at Dropbox I’m entering all the required fields but there seems to be an issue, when I hit submit after filling the form, it doesn’t submit and throws error ‘Looks like you left this blank! Please fill out this required field’ when all the fields are entered already (I have checked so many times, and filled the form from scratch several times too). Anyone from Dropbox who can put me in touch with HR or suggest what I should do next?

How much @continental can offer for 9 yrs experience?

like

I still get really nervous before doing telehealth video calls! I'm never this way face to face.

like

What field is everyone here working in?

like

In cgi what are the shift timings for a tester ,?
#cgi

Im SC3 at EY Advisory, MBA non IT. Got an offer from D for SC3 at S&O for 135K no sign in bonus in top tier city. The recruiter says experienced hires don't get sign in bonus. BS. accept the offer?

like

Hey do SAP eliminate candidates in managerial round?
SAP

like

How do I find biotech companies list by amount of cash on hand?

like

Additional Posts in Salesforce Professionals

Anyone done the billing superbadge? Need some help with step 13

like

Looking for a salesforce referral, highly qualified, passionate product manager seeking something new! Will DM the role(s)!

like

Salesforce pros- hit me me up for a referral. Happy to chat through roles and guide you through the interview too.

like

Hey folks, does anyone know about a company called V2 Consulting? India based company, works on Salesforce projects.

like

Anyone looking for a referral to Deloitte? Feel free to dm me.

likefunny

Is it hard to get into Salesforce? Big 4 consultant with 10 yoe, mostly in ERP/CRM implementation and program/project management, have Salesforce Admin cert but not much hands on experience due to mostly management exp, looking into Director TPM roles - should I apply? Or should I wait until I somehow gain more hands on SF experience?

like

What compensation could I expect at Deloitte Digital with 3yrs of Salesforce experience as a consultant in Chicago? Looking for ball park range to help with negotiations

like

Would you take a little bit of a pay-cut to take a job you want and to get out of a job that you hate?

like

What's this new position at Salesforce- Success Guide? Estimated salary? How does this differ from csm?

like

Starting my new role at Salesforce in two weeks! The benefits and onboarding information is INTENSE. Any advice for the first two weeks?

like

Interviewing for a few Snr Salesforce admin roles in Seattle region, what’s the expected TC?

like

Can anyone tell me what the salary range is for a QA lead in the metropolitan area at Salesforce is?

like
like

Hey hey! My company is looking for a Salesforce Admin with a few years of experience with a heavy focus on Service Cloud and managing Support/Service oriented tools. Feel free to reach out with any recommendations!

like

Hi all , looking for thoughts on best company for sfcc. Is company like Deloitte better or a web agency ?

like

Would anyone be willing to give me a referral to salesforce?

like
like

Anyone know of available part-time (3-5 hours week) Salesforce Project Management gigs?

likefunny

Had an offer for 30% more , a promotion to manager, extra week of vacation to switch firms. I love where I am at with my clients and there is a lot of potential there. Should I stay the course?

Senior SE estimated OTE for Chicago/ Dallas? Thoughts on pre-sales role compared to consulting?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal