Is it dumb to take a new role at a lower title but higher total comp? I’m currently an associate product manager at an agency supporting federal clients. I have an exit opportunity as a product analyst at an established healthcare tech company. Current role is about leading a team to build/enhance products. Exit op would be less implementation focused.
Current comp as APM: $83k
Comp for potential new role: $113k

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Not dumb at all. Even if the title progression maps accurately, that means that you get more money for less responsibility and have a higher pay trajectory.

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Title doesn't pay the bills, money does. While it could make for a tougher exit later if you want a more senior role, there is a general recognition that roles titles aren't equal across firms so you may be able to work around that as well.

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Nope. As someone that is in HR and does compensation, titles are dumb and not indicative of skills and experience. And personally, I was an Associate director making 145k and am now a senior manager making 220k and it was an awesome move!

As long as you can continue to develop your skills and show a career progression (assuming you want to do that) that is all that is important.

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Is there a reason why you can’t go for the same level at the new place? I’m asking because I’ve interviewed for a role below me received an offer and told them I would only be interested if they gave me the same title. The recruiter pushed back and then went back to the hiring managers who came back to say they believe I would be successful at the level I wanted.

This is a great thought and I actually asked about it. The title I have at my current gig doesn’t exist at this company. The next level up is Senior Product Analyst. My skill set overlaps but isn’t an exact match so that was not an option

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Nope. Optimise for next 2-3 years’ total comp. Your current comp can be the best bargaining chip in your next move, without the need for competing offers.

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