I'm a fifth year CapM associate looking to go in house, and just got an offer at a small cap pubco. Salary is 245k, bonus target is 60% of salary, 480k in RSUs vesting annually over the next three years. Too good to be true? Feels like there's going to be a catch in there somewhere...

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

That is insane. Take it and run.

like

Seems like super high comp. Outlier for sure given your YOE

like

$552k total annual comp for a fifth year? Are you coming from WLRK?

like

This is the highest comp I've seen for someone at your level, even in big tech! Take it and run, well done

like

How small are we talking? What's valuation at?

I suspect it's going to be run like a startup, notwithstanding it's public status. I'd try to sus out how lean the team is and how much the budget for outside counsel is. The comp is very competitive but I'd assume it's not a 9-5.

Wildly good. I’d be concerned that the company has no idea what it is or should be paying its people and that it might have deep layoffs if the business starts turning

Yeah wildly good. Does seem to good to be true - but if it’s true - grab it. The salary and equity I’ve seen, but 60% bonus is wild.

I would be nervous too. May want to consider hiring an asset protection lawyer in case it is too good to be true ... and maybe have a White Collar Defense lawyer on speed dial too.

This is an insanely good offer for most in-house lawyers, and especially for a 5th year.

what company is this? this does too good to be true but enjoy the ride while it the lasts, the salry and bonus is good

Related Posts

Ideal Salary for 5.3 years of Experience person?
Tech Stack : RPA

like

Hii guys,

I was getting my appraisal next week, my YOE is 1.8,
And current CTC is 3.6 lac. How much CTC should i expect? Compair to current market.

Tech stack:- ReactJS, NodeJS, AWS Micro services, and few others...

Position:- full stack developer/ MERN Stack developer.

like

I have 5 and half years of experience. I am senior frontend developer on career level 10. My primary skill is ReactJs. My current ctc is 14lpa and with 21% variable pay. Am I underpayed..??

like

If you had to choose between Cyberpunk, Elden Ring, and Dying Light 2, which would you pick and why?

like

I made a couple errors at a new job. An important document to be distributed had wrong information on it, which was proofread by 2 other people. Then a couple of typos in emails, the person micromanaging me told me to send out but I didn’t fix the errors. Failed to meet a deadline but completed 95%. I was written up over all this last week, fired this week. There’s a lot more to this but I think it’s because the DM doesn’t like me.

like

Which is better CGI, Cognizant or Robert Bosch. For Python Developer?

How did you all get into the DEI space professionally? I’m doing a lot of work internally at my firm and spent a lot of time in my masters program focusing on DEI and want to do DEI work full time. Looking for any guidance in making the transition from traditional consulting.

Looking for advice! I was approved to work remotely but my salary will decrease 10%. I received two raises so the decrease brings me down to my previous salary. I was told that it’s due to the cost of labor in the area.

I’ve been with my company for 8+ yrs, I love my manager and the work I do (engagement, recognition, & wellness programs) but I feel like I’m limiting myself since I have the experience, an HRM degree, and SHRM-CP credentials.

Should I apply for roles outside the company?

like

Any business analyst looking for an exciting career with one of the top consulting firms of canada?

like

Hello! Would anyone at Deloitte be willing to look over my CV and possibly refer me for a role in Dublin? (I’m currently based in London)

like

First post, not sure if this is the best bowl to use but here goes. I’m wondering if anyone can share a bit about their experience working at MongoDB. I have seen they are hiring for many roles and am curious to hear about their experience. In particular, I would like to hear about software engineer roles. Currently I work on database engine C++ code and have seen some roles that indicate continuing down this stream would be possible with my skillset.

like

Has anyone been successful in negotiating a higher level at Facebook than originally interviewed for? Interviewed for program manager but would really feel more comfortable with a Senior PM title. Also interviewing at different FANG for a Senior PM role and was hoping to leverage if I get this offer. Any thoughts?

like

Guys I got my first badgeeeeeeeeee

likeupliftingfunny

I am a conservative who believes in being tough on crime but this is absolutely ridiculous and wrong.

As a lawyer, it troubles me that a public figure would come out and say something like this

Post Photo
like

Hi lads,
Anyone please help me understand what would be my monthly salary that will get credited, with/without the tax deduction on monthly basis.

And I'm new to all this I don't know what is variable pay, basic etc. Please help understand this by writing few description on above points. Also by submitting the home rent agreement how much will be saving, and will that only be sufficient or i can add more bills to avoid the dedication. If yes what types of bills i can submit like fuel bills etc.

Post Photo
like

Hi Fishes,
Good day!
Can you please refer me in your company for Automation QA role?
Location - Mumbai
Exp - 7 years
Skills- Selenium, Java, Cucumber, Automation and Manual Testing

like

Looking for senior designers that knows shopper marketing. Please DM with books!

I have an interview for solution engineer role at Salesforce this week. Any advice specific to the role or company on how to nail it? TIA

like

Project Manager just told me that I could take Fridays off as long as the client does not ask. The reason given is it's a local project and you've been here for a year.

like

Any book recommendations for someone who worries way too much about work? Have already read The Subtle Art...looking for other good ones? Specific to consulting would be awesome!

like

Additional Posts in In-House Counsel

Looking for advice on business trips. My boss kindly asked me if I want to go meet a client out of state along with business folks. It will be my first visit to a client. What do you think are the benefits of these trips? I’m fairly new in my career and in-house so would appreciate any thoughts. Thanks!

like

Anyone here made the move from a boutique ECVC firm to in house at a VC? My Y1/Y2 background was V20 ECVC hard hitting firm in the Bay, and now I’m at a large boutique with a strong rep in this field in So Cal. I don’t want to make partner, so I’m exploring what options there may be to go in house with an ECVC background. Any insight on responsibilities, W/L balance, leadership, etc in these in house roles?

FWIW, I’m a JD/MBA with a background in finance.

like

I applied to Microsoft and a recruiter reached out saying I’m being moved forward. I was asked to fill out a written questionnaire, which I submitted about a month ago. I’ve heard nothing since. My status online still says in review. Is it time to give up hope on this one?

like

Does anyone have any insights on pay @ oracle? I hear on average it’s below market? Thanks!

likesmart

I’m in big law and on the cusp of making the jump to in-house. It sounds like the company I just interviewed with is getting ready to make me an offer. It’s definitely going to be a pay cut coming from big law but I do get some nice equity in the company. Is the jump worth it? I’m so burnt out by big law and this seems like an awesome opportunity to help shape a newish company. Any tips on how to figure out if this is the right move for me?

like

Anyone here work fully remote for in house? And in a different state than where the office is located ?

like

Any tips for moving up in a medium/large-sized legal department, aside from switching companies? I work in a collegial environment with plenty of opportunities to create more value, but the management level is fairly crowded and it seems the clearest path to get one of those roles is to be hired into it. What has been your experience? Thanks!

like

Maybe a dumb question for a lawyer, but is it normal to not be allowed to review an invention assignment agreement and post-employment restrictive covenant agreement at the offer letter stage? I’m told they can’t share prior to onboarding (I’ll be asked to sign them then) but I know I’m not going to sign some crazy non-compete so would like to see the drafts before accepting the offer.

like

Day of remote interviews at a tech co for in-house. 5 YOE. Planning on wearing a suit. Tie or no tie?

like

For those working in house, how much “from scratch” document drafting are you doing vs. reviewing and revising “outside documents”. For example, if your company wants to enter into a joint venture company with another entity, are you drafting the company agreement “from scratch” or is it based on internal forms? Or are you getting outside counsel to do it?

like

For in-house counsel roles, does firm prestige matter? For example, would the fact that an applicant is from Sullivan & Cromwell vs, say, White & Case matter at all, or is it much more about experience/interview? Does it matter as much as law school credentials? Assuming a mid-level corporate associate seeking to go in-house.

like

What’s the practical different between Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel?

like

I’m an in-house litigator interested in transitioning to a hybrid litigation (50%) and diversity and inclusion (50%) role. Career suicide? Will it work or will I end up doing 2 jobs?

like

Does your company use a ticketing system to manage emails received by the legal department? What works and doesn’t work your team?

like

Anyone work at Spotify or someplace similarly music-centric (Tidal, Apple Music)? What’s the lifestyle / WLB like? How’s your team?

like

Any downsides to leaving a “Counsel” role and moving into a “Legal Affairs” role? Still practicing and representing the company, just a difference of titles, so core work remains the same - what do you think?

like

Can anyone help me wrap my head around this post Series C start-up equity offer? It’s an IP director position, the the base is $170 with 10% bonus (both lower than I was expecting). There’s also an equity component: 0.15% of current fully diluted equity. This equates to about 30000 shares at a strike price of $2. They also indicate the preferred stock price is $6 and preferred stock equity is $188k (whatever that means). They are in the middle of a new financing and valuation round.

like

Trying to understand risk of loss and title better. When does it make sense for title to transfer upon receipt of payment? Why would title and risk transfer separately?

like

I’m entering salary negotiations at a Fortune 500 company and am looking for trustworthy resources for salary data that I can share with the company if they ask where I got my numbers. I know Glassdoor, but what else?

like

Hello, hoping for some input on how to time a job change. At a startup - we are doing well now but unless we have complete turnover in management I don’t think we have a bright future post-COVID. I could coast here 1-2 years before having to look. I’ve been here for a little under a year. This is my second in house job after 10 years at the same firm. The market is hot now, probably won’t be in 1-2 years and I am getting interest for good roles. OTOH I don’t want to look like a job hopper.

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