Making around 75k with 1.5YOE internally at Big4, looking to transition to consulting or expand my technical skills. Feeling underpaid for my skill set and honestly feel limited in my role. Any advice?

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

75k after 1.5 years, whats your skill set? You may be killing it or getting hosed, hard to say without more info

like

Have data visualization background, SQL, average programming (.NET, HTML/CSS), in my opinion, good analysis and “storytelling” skills. My manager seems to have more confidence in me with deliverables (not trying to sound cocky)

Never hurts to shop around but you're not mentioning certs or education that makes me think you're getting hosed. Could you get more, most likely, but its really hard to say without city, certs etc.

I think a big part of this bowl over exaggerates their salary and it translates poorly. Just my opinion though

Hopefully someone has better answers than me. Best of luck!

like

I agree lots of people making 450k at 25 years old 🧐 not really in line with reality

You will not expand your technical skills in consulting unless you're wanting to learn Excel.

like

Looking for tech consulting focused roles/firms. Not really interested in purely PPT work

You literally make more money than most [Americans] will see in their lifetime. You have practically no experience. Your "skillset" is no where near developed.

I appreciate ppl knowing their worth, but pls come back to reality. If you think you're worth that much now, consider what you think you're supposed to be worth in 10yrs and see if that scales to your expectations.

like

I agree with you. I’m not saying I’m a fully developed professional with a firm-changing skill set. I’m just looking at my peers with similar skillsets making close to 100k (or above)

As someone at a Big4 with around 8YOE and above average coding skills in a couple of languages (R, Python, SQL, C++). It sounds like at 75k you’re off to a good start. You are still learning a lot that early in your career, so it doesn’t really seem like it’s an underpaid situation.
If your looking to expand your technical skills, find something your interested in and practice doing it on your own. Like API development or NPL.

I’d set up your LinkedIn make sure to put the skills and see what recruiters reach out to you. I don’t know how much more you’re expecting in this economy with 18 months of experience. IMO it’s worth sticking around during the recession, maybe get a promotion in house and make a much more significant exit when the economy is better

That’s the dilemma I’m having now. Gunning for promo in the fall but feels like it could be time wasted if I want to jump ship anyways.

Related Posts

Has anyone else worked two programming roles at one time?
I currently work as a Contracted Software Engineer and I’m set to finish my contracted time at the end of October. To stay ahead of game I started to move forward in the interview process with another opportunity as an Application Software Programmer and just received notification that I got the position. I definitely could use the extra paycheck to help out with my financial obligations. Just wanted to see if anyone has done this before.

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

Any other postdocs dealing with the crippling anxiety of disappointing all your mentors/supporters in science by leaving academia? I know it’s my life but….

likehelpful

I am a lead 3D designer in Kansas I was curious what I could be looking at for pay

like

How difficult will it be to transition from Internal Audit and IT audit to a traditional Accounting or Finance role(senior financial analyst, senior accountant, etc)?

likehelpful

I've heard pharma pays well. Is it true?

like

There is a MS program in Data Science at CUNY SPS. I am considering to take that program or do the CFA. Does anyone have any insight about the program?

I have been an elementary reading specialist for 8 years and before that I was a first grade teacher for 10 years. Thinking of making a jump to middle school reading specialist. Any advice? Thoughts?

Hi Fishes--what would be in hand salary in WIPRO for 26LPA..considering 15% variable as well.. Usually how much they pay from variable.

likesmartfunny

I have an offer from Deutsche Bank, KPMG & Deloitte.
Keeping the package aside, which company is better in terms of growth, hikes, work-life balance?
Please share your inputs, its my first switch so I'm anxious about making the right choice. 😅

Deutsche Bank KPMG KPMG India Deloitte Deloitte USI Deloitte India KGS

like

I am sure this has been something that has been asked many times before but here goes...
I want to become an SEO. What is the best piece of advise you would give me?

like

How do I jump ship from FP&A? My dream job used to be education or something more creative and I want to make that switch.

like

Hey Partners! I accepted a position at another firm and was bumped from manager to Senior consultant level. Could you give me some advice on 3 key things I can focus on to help me re-advance quickly?

like

Am I the only one who is happy I got into IT?

like

Trying to get into stand up comedy, any advice? Not sure where to start but am really serious about giving it a shot

like

Is there a way to gain some modeling skills from FDD? My plan is to exit as FP&A or Corp Dev but I heard they are looking for modeling skills. I know that working I can try to move to IB and then try that route but IB hours seem to be too brutal for me.

like

Anyone from Amazon's finance division. Require an employee referral for a role.

like

I received an offer from IBM Bangalore. However I saw openings at my preferred location Kochi only after the interviews. I called the HR after getting their point of contact mail and I asked if it's possible to switch. They said I'm already tagged to a project and that they'll check from their end if it can be done.

Anyone knows the chances of location being changed after receiving the offer and getting tagged to a project?

I have not yet accepted the offer.

like
like

Hi all,
Need some advice.
I got the highest offer from LnT worth 17, but I can try for some more comapnies and get higher offers.
But ,I also want to retain in capgemini if they match the package.
Should I stop interviews & approach my manager or should I wait for him to call me again ? He had already called once saying he would match the package.
Am I being too greedy if I ask for 18/19 to retain?Or should I just ask for 17 so that repport between me and my manager remains intact?

like

More Posts

Anyone ever move from an internal role to one with external clients? I manage a learning function for a line of business and pondering the next move: industry, startup, consulting...

How are things at Willis Towers Watson? Share your feedback

Hi everyone I have one doubt While filling Gratuity form in tcs what we need to do in the witness column.

like

Do partners at top consulting firms have better WLB?
An Associate here contemplating whether all this is worth it.
Thanks!

like

Hello Guys,

I had given first technical round of interview in Mastercard for senior software engineer(it went well).
I have 7+ years of experience in java technology stack.
I am currently holding offers from the companies like TCS,Deloitte, Xoriant and ibm.
Maximum offer i have is of 23 LPA.
Can anyone one suggest how much Mastercard will offer for senior software engineer position ?

like

Anyone know the salary range for Manager at Carlyle NY?

Hi all,
I have one query. I joined natwest this month only. This vdi thing is very slow. How to work on this smoothly. Please guide.

like

Is it mandatory to submit previous employment declaration while submitting Income tax declaration. Or we can just skip this. Since this is my 2 nd company not aware of this much. What happens at the end of financial year if we don't declare previous employment declaration. Seniors kindly help🙏

What is the highest CTC offered for 7A band, YOE - 4

like

Does LTI gives offer for 2 months notice period?
I had completed my hr round, and hr told she will be ok for 2 months notice period,I had received an Email that I had cleared all the stages but still doesn't hear back from them

like

Does the company provide free work phone or any phone bill reimbusement?

like

La#de lag gye

Post Photo
funnylike

Hows everyones GRAD experience going?

How do you deal with a challenger type of personality? I’m fairly new and I know the senior is trying to teach me the thought process. But she also makes me feel extremely small by the way she phrases her questions. I’m already stressed out not having everything figured out yet and this makes me feel super tense and down.

likefunny

Does anyone know how long the interview process is at Winstead?

like

New here. Henloooo

Post Photo
like

Somewhere, there is a journalist that has already written a piece on the spike in CoVID cases due to the Tulsa rally held by trump. Waiting to publish it in 2-3 weeks. You heard it here 1st.

like

How much maximum package range is offered at Natwest group with 6 years of experience in trade settlements senior analyst b6 role

Hi! Does anybody happen to know if Apple offices are dog-friendly? Specifically the Culver City office and Apple Park. Thank you!

like

What is average cost of living near jp morgan office in bangalore? (PG/ Flat/ Apartment)

like

Additional Posts in Consulting

Revaluating my life as I reiterate this deck.

like

One of the reasons I want to transition from industry to consulting (tier 1) is that I get frustrated when I have to collaborate with mediocre people. My assumption is that Tier 1 consulting firms hire really sharp people and if I can get in, I’ll be collaborating with folks on top of their game (not expecting much from clients). I’m aware there are personal aspects I need to work on like my mindset, patience etc etc, but I just get so frustrated with blatant stupidity.

likefunny

Planning on a weekend road trip/get-away on Nov 18th weekend starting from DC with my SO. Planning on driving south and seeing shit. Any suggestions?

like

Any idea why EY is not on the list of Vault 50 top consulting firms but it is on the prestigious list?

like

Anyone else ever get a notification from FedEx that your package was delivered and several days later it still hasn't arrived? I've already contacted FedEx and they've done nothing.

like

I would be afraid to put 75% of the consulting FBers in front of a client.

like

EY and KPMG denied my applications 😥 please take me I want out of here!

like

Any really impactful books that have helped you career-wise? Not necessarily consulting focused. In need of guidance and a new book so figured I'd kill two birds with one stone or whatever.

like

Kind of down. 😞I applied to 6 schools last year after taking Gmat 5 times n still scored under 500. Switched last min to GRE(2ce)in hopes it would be better but wasn't. Plan to apply this year but...

like

Time spent at team dinners should be chargeable 🙄

like

Chicago: anyone been to smart bar near wrigley field? Thinking about bringing a big group around 1 or 2 and wondering if we will have trouble getting in.

like

Do SPG suite nights expire? I chose the 10 suite nights as my reward for 50 stays last year, and am wondering if I should be in a bit more of a rush to use them

like

Officially on maternity leave for 8 months after today!! I also got the green light for promotion, pretty happy with all things Deloitte right now! 👌🏻👏🏻

like

Considering the FRM certification. Those who’ve taken it, how quant heavy is it? I have a compliance risk background and don’t have a deep math or statistics background. However, I want to expand my skillset. Any thoughts?

like

We use Deloitte India for a number of parts of our delivery. Recently I have seen some unethical practices that violate labor laws and do not align with Deloitte principles. My manager says it isn’t my problem as they are a vendor but I can’t help thinking I have an ethical responsibility to do something. Any advice as to how to approach this without being fired?

likehelpful

I’m considering taking an internal consultant role at a large healthcare company. I’m unsure if healthcare is the industry I want to be in. Would I be pigeonholing myself into that industry?

like

Does anybody have good electric standing desk recommendations? Ideally in the $200-300 range.

like

Justifying the Sheraton's painful bed to yourself because the Four Seasons don't recognize your loyalty

like

Is strat.consulting just bs politics and kissing up to partners/execs?That's the impression I'm getting from sim training.I get overcoming blockers but saying no/pushing back has never been the answer

like

Anyone have any recommendations for home office ergonomic desk chairs?

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