Just got an offer in industry at director level for $165k+15%bonus+equity. I’m currently at $152k+VC (well... not this year...). The job is a great opportunity to grow but just curious if the compensation package is at market (for Illinois). Seems to me but welcome any thoughts

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The company is in the tech industry, kinda niche. I’m 10 YOE and only been at a big 4!

Seems to be par for an industry role

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Pretty decent. Also think about the reduced no. of work hours and no travel.

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Chicago or not Chicago

Chicago/suburb

About right. Congrats OP!

How much equity? Or is it bonus+equity = 15% of base? Also, what is VC?

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