Wanted to get this groups thoughts. I’m a consultant about the get promoted to project leader at BCG but I was offered a role at FAANG that comes with a nice pay increase and presumable better work life balance. Is there any reason to stick it out to PL? I don’t know if I’m limiting myself down the line

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

Go to FAANG. Functional experience will be more and more important going forward

like

Does BCG also give return offers? If so, no downside to taking FAANG imo - it should be pretty easy to return to BCG regardless if you don’t like the new job

like

And OP, lots of people leave right before and right after promotion, our model is based on many good people leaving and becoming clients down the road. Finish out your case or set it up for a good handoff and no one will hold it against you

like

Congrats to the offer! I’d take it, I don’t think there is significant upside in the PL title as you progress in tech.
Do you mind sharing the type of role, e.g. business ops, PM and the rough comp?

like

Sure, it’s a pretty specific role so don’t want to out myself but it’s a non technical job and it’s 220k base, ~20% bonus, 30k signing bonus, and some amount of RSUs that we are still going back and forth on.

like

Can you delay your start date to get the PL title? It’ll look good on your resume down the line to show you got promoted and left by choice for a new opportunity.

like

Not allowed and routinely done are two different things lol. Everyone who I know left, had their offer before they went on transition

likefunny

1. If your goal long term is relaxing and making bank, FAANG is the route you want to take

2. If your in the middle of comp negotiations, I’d use the BCG Max PL1 comp as your BATNA to make sure you are made whole if you leave

3. If you’re able to delay them until the promo, do that. If you need to decide now...pick FAANG, you can always come back to BCG as a PL later (assuming good standing)

Congrats!

like

You’re*

-BCG3

like

What’s your end goal?

Go to FAANG. I’ve heard PL life is not easy.

like

I’d say take it and if you leave in good standing you can always come back (especially after the economy turns for the better)

I’d suggest getting the PL promo first. It’ll help your CV long term. (I left just before getting promoted and regret it as subsequent jobs have questioned why I wasn’t promoted.)

Related Posts

I’m trying to transition full time into the Editorial realm, I have some experience, but I’ve had a very hard time getting full time work. So I’ve begun an online certificate program, in hopes it will give me a leg up, as my degree is in a different field. My question is has anyone done the same? And how do they feel it helped? And any other tips on breaking into full time editorial.

like

Leaving consulting to follow my dreams, tired of pretending to enjoy this ish..

like

Good evening all,
With my partner we are considering making a move to the countryside of Switzerland, with a gorgeous RE project offering incredible views on immaculate mountains and lake. However, it is far away, and will require 1h+ train/car commute vs. 10 min biking right now. We are scared it will bite us back at some point, although COVID helped w/ remote working being a new norm. The project will be done 2024, so I hope to have a more relax job by then. Any similar experience to share?

like

I am a recent graduate in Information Systems, looking to start my career in cyber security. Any tips/suggestions/ideas where I could start. (No previous experience).

likehelpful

Moving into a new role to support marketing efforts of two smaller divisions under our brand umbrella. When I asked my boss what the job description was to create year end goals they told me to write one. . . Where do I start?

like

I have 7 years of work exp in Data analytics & Data engineering team. Right now managing a team of 12. Will PMP certification help in career growth ? Needed some view points.

I'm at wits end guys. After spending the past 2 years producing and learning new skills in the gaming industry. I'm completely unable to find work.
I have 8+ years of experience as a full stack web developer with a strong set of design skills having begun my career in User Experience Design. Now with the last two years I've added game production in Unity, C#, 3D modeling and animation, level design, narrative design, and asset management to my skillset. I'm unable to support myself.

like

Hello everyone,

Need your help to choose which is a better path to switch from Non IT to Core domain.
Confused on what to learn software testing or AWs devops or front end development etc.

Thanks in advance for your suggestions.

like

If you’ve just turned SA2 in audit but you have an option to do PwC CF in SE Asia, would you take it ? Or try and stick it out in London Audit for another year or two to try and eventually make the move?

like

Anyone here work for Humana? Trying to figure out where a certain role/title fits in the hierarchy. Feel free to message me if you're not comfortable stating where you work on posts.

like

Are there any real estate attorneys who have gotten into the title insurance business? What does that look like? Do you still carry on a private practice on the side?

like

Tips for 6-month eval? Originally hired at 35K as assistant and was told if I performed well, I could expect to make 50K after a year. After one week, the operations manager resigned and I took over as a trial. Officially am operations manager, but no title (only verbal) and no raise. Owner likes benefits over big pay raises. Thinking about asking for 46K, new cellphone and official title change. I'm expecting some negotiating, which I've never done. 24F, AA Bus Admin, and overall good employee

like

Can anyone help me with a referral at Google for a TPM role.🙏

like

Is Amazon application engineer is a good role to swtch from a sde role .How easy and difficult it will be for switching internally or to other company after becoming a application engineer in Amazon.

What they exactly do different than a sde Amazon #applicationengineer @applicationengineer

like
like

Hi,

My team at Fractal is hiring for various roles in analytics, like consultant, data engineer, data scientist across all bands.

Now is a good time to be in Fractal.
If you have 2+ YOE and have above skills, shoot me a DM

like

I’m currently working in due diligence and have a long term goal of moving into corporate HR. What skill sets would be most useful and what books/ thoughts leadership should I read to develop into a HR leader?

like

Hi folks, could you update me how is the firm handling the uk economy and the upcoming recession? Have they already stopped hiring, delayed appraisal?

In discussions with Coinbase for a Privacy role. Reporting to Associate General Counsel. What’s a good comp to target?

like

What is your toughest challenge hiring someone in their early 20’s?
For lots of different reasons I get the impression that younger people aren’t equipped for the employer, employee relationship.

like

More Posts

Can H1B holders filed unemployment when serving grace period for 60 days? D provided information in Separate Memorandum?

like

I have two job offers, one as a waiter and one as a bartender. Which one would you take? I’m thinking bartender for the tips.

like

There is nothing going on In this thread... assuming not too many sales people are here, mostly agency

Hey Folks, What kind of projects does alpha usually do? How is the work culture here in North America? Any other insights which might be helpful for somebody who is considering a move from Big4 to Alpha.

2 things:

Do you/would you find project management skills, knowledge & experiences helpful in a non-management junior/associate role within the tech industry?

Has anyone gone through the project management course offered by Google on Coursera? Would you recommend?

I've always been interested in seeing if I'd like management roles (specifically senior level/lead roles), but wondering how relevant and worthy a PM cert would be overall. TYIA!

like

Hi fishes,

I had my 2nd round yesterday at persistent systems
They are offering me project lead role.
How much should I negotiate for?
Location Pune
YOE 11
Tech cloud

Also what is the average annual hike at persistent?

like

Any pancake swap lovers? Have a feeling CZ Binance is behind this ....

like

Is Bitcoin about to fall below 30k or rally back above 40k. Vote below 🔮

likefunny

Any recent update on Celsius? With BTC price gained about ~10%, has Celsius been out of water?

like

Hi those who are looking for "Talent Acquisition Specialist" and work from home. DM me.

like

Freakin @NonEquityPartner on IG 😂

Post Photo
likefunny

Do you still write thank you emails after interviews? A lot of the roles I interview for these days are coordinated by recruiters so I don’t see the interviewers emails

Hi fishes, I got 5+ years of work ex of which 2 years was in domain non IT job. While joining Accenture I was offered level 11 (As SAP functional CONSULTANT) while I believe I should be at level 10. What can I do? Is it that just your IT work ex they consider? Suggest things I could do. Completed 8 months in Accenture now as SAP Functional consultant.

like
like

Hi fishes,

Comment your total hike, VP , ctc current, level, designation, tech stack you have received as per Nov 22.

like

Worst sweatshop, STB LA or Quinn LA?

like

Being recruited by Amazon for a Senior PM role. What can I expect for base/comp/rsu?

like

Recommendations for lightweight low maintenance versatile blazer?

like

Hi everyone. I have an interview with Cisco for their product manager SSO role, Has anyone interviewed for this role or with company, what kind of question are expected in their process. Thanks

like

Additional Posts in Consulting Exit Opportunities

What questions to expect for an s&o associate role? First round call with the hiring manager/team lead. 2 yoe and firm is tech

After 4 months of casually applying and 3 months of dedicated searching after work hours, 130+ applications, 5 recruiter screens and 3 final rounds later... finally found an exit!!! You can all do it - I believe in you all!

likeupliftinghelpful

Got a strategy and bizops offer at a startup after being laid off last month! Does it sound reasonable to negotiate a ~15% salary bump? What is the normal amount to negotiate?

like

Classic consulting/Deloitte fashion: I listed SQL on my resume as a skill, where I really just have basic familiarity with core concepts, but would struggle to be tested technically on it. Upcoming interview where I’m likely to be asked about it. What do you recommend?

likefunny

Interested in eventually exiting into wellness tech.... what are the best consulting firms to start at?

like

What types of jobs allow you to be successful with minimal/zero networking?

like

I’ve been in Consulting for 3 years and moved to Big 4 6 months back. I start thinking that it’s not for me. Too political and contradictory guidance from leadership. Seeking guidance about exit oppts

like

Looking to switch jobs and maternity leave policy is an important factor for me. Would love to hear about some companies that have generous mat leaves vs. others that don’t. Can you all share what you know?

like

Anyone ever asked to sign an NDA prior to interviewing? Just had a DocuSign sent over for a phone interview I have next week

I have started exploring opportunities at Big tech and Fin Tech. My biggest challenge has been that all roles are individual contributors roles - looking at non product (bizops, BD, strategy etc.) ...

like

Anyone know about the culture at Braze?

like

Anyone know if any Tech/FAANG companies hiring in Sourcing and Supply Chain management roles?

like

Is leaving consulting as a senior, with 2 YOE, too soon? When is a “good” time to exit, in your opinion? I ask because I’ve heard senior is good, and I’ve heard manager is the latest you should stay before diminishing exit returns (anecdotal)

like

Curious about exit opportunities and want to change linkedin to "open to opportunities" for recruiters; will my employer find out? Should I be concerned?

like

Which would you rather? Internal at MBB or client-facing at Big 4/ACN?

like

FAANG employees: how frequently do people message you on LinkedIn to connect/get referral/ask questions/etc

likeuplifting

Can anyone refer my wife to big4 or tech? She has 7 years of experience with quality assurance and automation. She has masters from KSU with 3.88 GPA in information technology with a specialization in data analytics. We are in Atlanta GA and not looking for a travel role at the moment. Please IM me if you have any openings. Thank you !

like

My last interview at a smaller firm was last Wednesday. I haven’t read back from my recruiter since then but he did look at my LinkedIn profile on Friday but still have not heard back. Do any of you 🐠 think I might have not been a good fit and they are interviewing others?

like

Best tips to negotiate salary. On the verge of making it out of consulting finally

like

New grad with internship experience, how flexible are roles asking for 2-3 years experience? My understanding is these are flexible but curious if that’s true for people with no full time experience yet

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