I am a big four SM who is interested in the possibility of direct admit partner in a smaller firm (e.g. RSM, CR, PKF, etc). Is this possible? I assume they take direct admits. If so, how do I start...

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networking with the partners there and what's the best way to start building relationships with these firms. I'm not in a rush. I'm a third year SM and happy to stick out of for another 2 to 3 years to make partner at B4, but not more. There seems to be a backlog of partners in my group.

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I don’t think you should assume that they take direct admissions at that level. The individuals who I have seen do it either had strong relationships with the CEOs/managing partners or were highly technical.

Not assuming anything.... That's why I'm asking. I do think my skillset may be attractive to a smaller firm, but can appreciate that direct admission is not a sure thing.

I have seen SM moving as direct admit into tier 2 firms several times. I would not do that but that is just me

Why not?

I work at a regional firm, so a bit smaller than your goal. I haven't seen a direct admit like your situation happen, but we had 2 really small practices merge in, and some of their owners/leadership became partners with us and some didn't. So if you were a senior manager somewhere else, it seems like a long stretch to make partner in the switch. I imagine that if you had your own book of business, you'd have an easier time.

OP: I have been to two mid tiers (plus I have close friends in others) and based on my experience, the job is not as stable. I have seen a LOT of partners fighting for revenue and resources, not to mention the back stabbing. Because if that, I have seen partners coming and leaving often. I know this may not be representative of the of all mid tier firms but was the experience that shaped my opinion. That is any I would rather be an ED at big4 than a partner at a lower tier firm. Plus, I think the ED money is still better than a partner at mid tier (for the most part).

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