Strategy M at Deloitte, up for SM (will likely get it). 10 years experience. Current comp 250k+. Want to get out of consulting but don’t know where to start. Feel like Director in Tech Strategy or equivalent might be a good fit. Any suggestions on how to get started? LinkedIn/Indeed didn’t seem to have much.

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Going from M/EM to industry is the right jumping point, in my opinion. Lots of opportunities to join a company as a Director.
If you go as an SM, there roles are higher up in the org but they are really hard to get and there are less of them. Also at that point you are competing against experienced industry talent.

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Lots of LinkedIn networking and applying through newly made contacts. Also tons of recruiters reached out so i explored most of those. It goes smoother in a strong market like 2021, but i think that’s the best way in general.

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I agree with P1. LinkedIn, executive recruitment firms and network is the main source. You may try with your past clients.

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Thanks! Any suggestions on how to go down the executive recruitment route? If you know if any reputable firms, that would be helpful too.

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Strategy M - is this current comp of 250k+ your TC or base? Have you reached the max for a Manager? I would wait to make it to Sr.Mgr and then leave. You have more room to negotiate…& bargain for a bigger role.

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I would agree with that idea!

Curious why you want to get out of consulting?

Just exhaustion. Takes a toll on you.

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