If layoffs would need to happen, how would they look like in a B4? What percentages? what levels? What criteria would they use to lay off people? What is the probability of this happening this year?

Anyone switched from big 4 tech consulting to big five banks? Would love to know which role you applied for and how, plus how’s the culture and WLB?

How many days would I be able to stay If I Country if I quit (not fired) my job that I have a h1b for? Moving to Canada and need some time to close up shop here.

Recently freed from the consulting game (starting end of next week) with a great severance and new energy around RE. Closed our first REPE fund last year as well as a sizeable personal portfolio in a large midwestern city, all on the side.
If you’re accredited and interested in putting some $ to work in this super low yield environment, ping me! Ramping up the next fund soon.

I know EY early promotes had their comp discussions and was curious what other big 4’s are seeing in terms of raises this year due to covid

Hi Fishes,

which of the Big 4 has the most twisted process of onboarding a new supplier? a comparison of cycle time would be great to know

also Independence seems to be a major factor in new supplier approvals..can anyone share how it was managed it their previous Big 4 organizations?

Any startup looking for data science/AI experts or AI products ?

I am currently working as Data Scientist with Big 4 and have consulted brands present in Top Brands.
Ping me directly if in case you have any requirements.

Anyone in B4 M&A tax left to get a JD? Currently a CPA and considering the jump.

Hi fishies! Considering an internal big 4 move from Western Europe to Dubai. Not sure about WLB and whether there’ll be enough growth and learning opportunities after reading some of the threads here. Anyone up for sharing their experience? Especially concerned about sexism / racism as a WOC…and whether moving back to Europe in a few years will be difficult because the ME experience won’t be considered valuable.

Do VC funds value consulting experience? Weighing staying in Big 4 consulting vs going to a startup, while I try to crack into VC

So, lay off until the pandemic blows over.

Hi, received an offer from another Big4 in Amsterdam (currently working in Eastern Europe), but relocating, I’m concerned about potential layoffs in the coming period being the last to join the team.

Have an interview with a company I really want to work for tomorrow. My last job I was laid off b/c of an acquisition&recently accepted a job at a diff company b/c I couldnt afford not to. I got this invite shortly after. The place I’m interviewing at the job wouldn’t start til next year. I dont want to seem like a job hopper. Do i tell them I’m at a new role or just not bring it up? The acquisition was public so they can see Im no longer employed with the most recent work history on my resume

Anyone in Big 4 health (payer) consulting practices have any insight in to current or upcoming openings for SM level roles?

Got offered 115K with 25-30% bonus for a fund accountant role with 3 years of public experience. Is that normal? Seems like really high. I live in NY to clarify. Combination of Big 4 and midsize experience. What’s the normal salary range for ppl in that range?

Hi Everyone! Looking to learn more about the management consulting strategy arm in Big 4 - would love to have a chat and ask a few questions.

Thanks!

Align to non-M&A offering but do a lot of work in the space (DD, integrations). B4 recruiter reached out and wants me to provide resume@for review with hiring partner. Does it work if I provide a bio with summary of M&A projects (client names removed) instead of a traditional resume? Also plan to list education and previous roles.

Boston Audit Senior 1 to FDD Senior 1, P Dubs has given me a verbal confirmation they’re giving me the offer. What should I expect for salary range at Big 4 if I end up actually getting one and is there room for negotiation in FDD? Just don’t wana underprice myself.

Hi everyone, unfortunately I was recently affected by a layoff at my company. About 30% of their marketing department along with other departments were all let go. I have 3+ professional experience with product marketing, digital marketing, and event management. If you know of anyone looking for marketing specialists or just want to network in general let me know. I would love to connect!

What does your spouse think of your job? Do they understand what you do?

Travel - didn’t see it unless I missed the thread. What’s the travel % right now for SM/P and does it depend on capability team or same % across the board?

I just got promoted at A.con level and when my manager asked me salary expectations I told very less pay wherein as per industry standards it is quite high. Would I get salary as per industry standards or as what I expected?

Congratulations!! You are getting that email, call and a meeting to announce the highest salary you have ever received in your career.

Quality engineering VS software engineering. I am currently a quality engineer in medical device. I have 4.5 years of experience. I’m stuck between getting a degree and continuing in quality / manufacturing or switching to software where I know money is great. Thoughts?

Where can I get a detail for dummies overview? I’m hoping to learn key terms, KPIs etc thanks for the help!

What’s it like being a senior in-house corporate attorney in biotech or tech? Is the work interesting or is it mainly just reviewing contracts and admin/CYA work for biz folks?

How Can we changed the Project in Wipro.

Shower thought:
Why did Toronto (or Canada?) change the exit signs from the classic red EXIT sign to the green running man? Wouldn’t it confuse more people especially elders in finding the exit?

Also isn’t it a waste of money for businesses to replace perfectly functional exit signs when renovating?

Office bathrooms should have signs that say employees must wash hands before leaving...

For those who move from PA to industry for tax, how do you feel?

I always feel like I’m one mistake away from getting fired 😵

Does anyone know the billable hours goal for managers at EY?

Is the CPA designation worth it? For me it would take me 1 year of PREP courses and 2 years of PEP until i can write the CFE. And I am 27 years old right now. Also wondering if it would be crazy to pursue the CPA while learning how to code to be a developer as well?

Hi fishes... I wanted to know how the technical integration team is and what will be the in hand salary with 6.5lpa in Paytm

I have my first round interview (phone case) with McKinsey tomorrow. Any tips on what to expect with the phone case? Will there be an introduction (elevator pitch + why McKinsey?) or will they jump straight into the case? It’s only 30 mins.

Anyone knows how is Emirates NMD client in Synechron, And do we need to give client interview after joining?

Anyone from A&M willing to refer me. Will be great to have a conversation. They are hiring for the role I am interested in. TIA

Anyone afraid to take vacation in FY18, for fear of missing utilization? 🙋🏼🙋🏼‍♂️

Any Freemasons lurking around here!? Thinking about making a Bowl for my Traveling Brothers. Maybe to talk about how we view this unique Labor (consulting) in a Masonic context, post some inspirational messages, recommend good books, idk stuff like that...

Here's a question I wish I never had to ask. Is it better to use the code for bereavement leave or just burn pto I'm going to lose anyway? Does it make a difference from a utilization standpoint?

Definitely getting sick. Picking up a cough and everything hurts. Good thing my team has a big deliverable tomorrow.

What do you think it takes for a PPD to get a utilization bearing WBS for proposal work? I know it is rare...

Best and worst industries you've consulted in? Been reading Michael Porter

New to consulting. Mgr told me to put together a work plan for a proj. What does she mean? Key activities and timelines or is there more to it? Any recs on how to put together a good work plan deck?

Favorite statistical modeling technique to use? ANN, SVM, LR, PCA, etc. And any specific reasons? Industry, ease, interpretability, etc.

If I need Friday 4-5pm to go to a doctor's appointment, do I need to set a meeting invite to my manager in order not to be fired?

Best alternative to Hilton loyalty? And will they match my status? Getting fed up with Hilton's poor customer service.

Books to learn more about how to drive sales in consulting? Any recommendations?

Serious question: Sheraton cancelled my reservation and I was stranded for a night last night. Called CS and my useless ambassador and they cant help and “sorry”. How do I escalate this?

Would you rather get upgraded on a Monday morning flight or Thursday evening flight?

I make $4000/M after taxes and max 401K and spend about $2400 for all fixed costs (rent, utilities, etc). With roughly $1600 left, and with a strong goal of saving as much as I can, what are some recommendations on how I should allocate my money better. I know this is vague but need some better financial planning.

Airline ticket charge and expenses. Curious as to if your company requires you to use the Corprate card for airline tickets or can you use your own card? Small boutique here and use personal

A whole country just banned PwC from auditing top tier companies.

Just saw a dude walk into the bathroom and do his business all whilst holding on to his carry on.

Confronted client today about partner forcing us to travel while client site has travel restrictions. As a result is team is remote next week. Counting down days till I get rolled off/fired now lol

Layoffs at Walmart corporate 😬😬

This just in: Uncle Ernie telling us how shitty of a year we had and that they're stripping our firm-wide holidays so that we can be utilized more and reach our vision 2020 goals!