Theoretically, if I have one year of experience in audit and I'm trying to get into FDD, should I apply for experienced associate positions or first year associate positions at other big 4s? I know the market isnt hot rn but this is just a theoretical.

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Experienced.

Market is tough, going MM and then back to B4 in a year will definitely be your best bet.

Totally understandable, however I’m not looking to do this now. The hypothetical job search would likely start in Q3 2023. Who knows how the marker will be by then. If it still sucks I’ll probably go mm or wait another year and get a senior position at big 4.

Experienced associate. I don't think any B4 are hiring at your levels. EY used to do that but we have tons of staff on bench

This would hypothetically not be until late 2023.

To be honest I don’t think theres enough deal activity and work for levels below senior. Most would get shipped to India anyways. Even if deal activity comes back I think the focus would be on getting seniors.

Thank you for the response.

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