I’m a heavy audit senior manager looking at partner promo in 2-3 years but have recently started realizing that this lifestyle (or lack thereof) just doesn’t work for me anymore. Yes, it’ll be a great feeling to make partner.
Yes, I’ll likely make big money once I make partner. But at what cost? The work-life imbalance seems to be even bigger at that level...
Any recommendations for a good executive headhunter? Want to avoid random recruiters as we all know how frustratingly unhelpful they can b

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can you ballpark your compensation? and expected comp as partner?

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Current comp $175k; starting comp for partners in my region / practice if 350ish

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Current comp 175k; partners in my region start at 350ish

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I am in the same boat. The way I look at is money isn’t everything and I could still make good money if I work hard and smart in industry.

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