I have applied to 3 jobs recently wherein I have been asked supply them with my credit report and I can only use the link they provide, no report pulled from any other site will be accepted and I have to front the cost. Is this becoming a new thing? Has anyone else experienced this? I understand the philosophy behind background and/or credit checks, but usually the company will get a candidate's authorization and run it themselves during the interview process.

Recent immigrant and about to buy a car - insurance company said it would take 2 weeks to process my application. Is this normal? In the US I insured my car with one 10min phone call, so was a bit surprised

How does one get into trading from positions elsewhere in the bank? What would impress you most about candidates attempting to do so?

How is Meta product TPM M2 role?

If you don’t know what you’ll be spending in retirement, how do you know whether to put the majority of your money pre tax or post tax?

Hope everyone has a great Friday!

Anyone know a good resource or lawyer for legal advice regarding securities license issues?

For those women with children or who are currently pregnant, when did you tell the partner you work with/HR that you were pregnant?

Finance has received quite a bit of flack for lack of gender diversity - but how can firms go about attracting and retaining more female talent?

How do you feel right now 1-10? Why?

Hi All, what’s your perspective on the CFP? I’m looking to enter into Private Banking and I think it would help.

Also, for those who recently took the CFP. What material did you use to study?

Has anyone ever worked remotely outside of the country for an extended period of time? I have family outside of the country that I would really like to spend some time with without sacrificing my job. Any advice?

I recently joined PWC SDC Banglore. I received laptop and charger only, today. There is no laptop bag, headphones or other accessories. Will they provide any welcome kit ?

Is there any good PG for men available near the office?

Xbox Series X/S or PlayStation 5 or stick with Xbox One?

Anyone from Société Générale , can confirm from their experience whether SG provides Expected Salary after HR round or they get into Negotiations before rolling out Salary Breakup Letter ?

Looking to return to Big 4 as a consultant now that I have some experience; however, I’m not sure if the reason I’m not getting any interviews is because of covid or what’s on my resume/lack thereof. Has anyone gotten hired at Big 4 during this time and have any help or insight for me? Thanks!

Suggested books or resources to learn more about strategy consulting? Different analysis, acronyms, etc.

Gary Dahl got everyone whipped into a frenzy with "Pet Rocks" and TBH that makes me believe that marketing is like a form of wizardry

Can an ADA make the jump to big law or a boutique litigation firm? I’m a NYC ADA (DANY/KCDA) from a Tier 2 law school (top 45% only) and top 10 undergrad. Can experience make up for mediocre grades?

Wanting to switch from litigation to in house. What should I make sure I do before I start applying? Do referrals from someone inside a company matter that much when applying? I'm burnt out, I need an escape from billables. Help me out!

What is the protocol with talking with recruiters? I'm not pre se looking to move right now but if something with more money and flexibility regarding location opens up then I'm not opposed.

Is it wrong to talk to them about possible opportunities?

As a 20+ year lawyer with no big law experience (smaller and mid size firms plus government and in house experience), would a BigLaw firm even consider me? Perhaps an of counsel position? Even a senior associate?

Anyone have feedback on in house attorney positions with Mercury Insurance?

Resume question I've had three positions over my career one of which lasted 3 months and that I got fired from, the job search took an additional 2 months. Is it worth it to leave the 3 month stint off my resume? It might be easier to explain getting fired then a 5-month gap I was thinking

I currently work at a medium sized firm and have about two years experience in personal injury litigation. The billable hours and lack of work life balance are really getting to me and I am looking to switch to something else out of litigation, preferably in house. I am also looking to relocate to a different state. How do I go about properly marketing myself to companies that might not take my relocation and minimal experience seriously?

I’m thinking about transitioning to In-House from a big law firm where I practice Employee Benefits. Will employers consider me without the typical “corporate” or “litigation” experience?

How do find a recruiter in the legal field? Have been looking for a job for a year now and trying to transition into another practice area. Applied to more than 20 jobs and still no offers. I feel like I might need some help.
Also, I have no idea how these arrangements work. Do you pay the recruiter to look for the jobs or do you pay them when you get the job? Or does the employer pay them?

Small law firm in Westchester, NY looking to bring on 2 associates (1 litigation 1 transactional). having difficulty finding the right candidates and interested in engaging a recruiter. Just looking for some direction or recommendations. Appreciate any guidance- thank you,

What are salaries like for class of 2019 in am law 50-100. I have average working attorney collections as high as our senior associates but I’m only making 215k. Trying to see what salary I should ask for.

I want to move to Europe or New Zealand. I am educated/barred in the US and only speak English. Is this hopeless, or are there opportunities out there for someone like me?

Fwiw, T14, V50 big law, F50 in-house. Antitrust/competition/sales/marketing/business strategy and ops.

Cross-posting.

What’s the hiring market like in Texas for a 4th year investment management associate? I’m interested in Austin but understand there may be more opportunities in Houston or Dallas. Graduated with honors and on law review at a T14, if that helps at all.

Is it worth applying for a position with a firm you are directly adverse to on a matter or will conflicts definitely keep you from joining?

For a writing sample: Is it better to use a motion that you won, or a motion that may reflect better writing/analysis, but that you lost? Does your answer change if the winning motion is more recent than the losing one?

Third-year entertainment lit associate looking to lateral to NY market. Would love some assistance from a recruiter, as the ones I currently work with have their main relationships in another state. Please PM me if interested. Thanks.

Any recommendations for good recruiting agencies in the Carolinas? Trying to find someone to help me navigate my potential lateral career options based on my experience and interests since I’ve been in litigation almost two years and it’s not for me and I will be relocating there.

How feasible is it transition out of litigation / insurance coverage to more of an in house generalist role?I have some recent transactional experience and used to be a judicial clerk.

This strike at Facebook is messing up my numbers. Has anyone else been in a situation like this? They were a major source of work for me. What can I do? I really need advice.

Any recruiters in the Charleston, SC area? I'm trying to quietly find another PI firm. Please DM me if so.