What experience and education did you have before starting your first consulting job? Salary?

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

BS Biology ->
2yrs biotech research: $45k/year ->
T20 MBA ->
SC @ Deloitte: $200k/year

likehelpful

@OP I left the firm earlier this year

My undergrad degree
80k

like

Where?

T30 liberal arts program, BA in Econ + stats (double major)
Joined ACN out of UG: TC back in 2017 85k (MCOL city)

like

Will probably do the same thing then!

Large state school undergrad -86k

like

3 years data analytics —> t25mba —> senior consultant ~220k tc

like

BS Atmospheric Science
7 YOE military, exiting at ~$110k

Entered Consulting at ~$110k (small step backwards because military gives you a ton of tax breaks)
Now I'm at $240k TC 6 years later

Thought about MBA but doesn't make much sense for me anymore.

BS Engineering
11 years at a telecom

Related Posts

What should be the salary of an audit manager in NC?

like

Have people gotten their bonus’ prorated in a year they were on parental leave? Any hunches to tell if it was more less than a straight prorate?

like

Ok! What would be the manager promotion increase and bonus this year for a National firm in the northeast region?? Any guesses?!

likehelpful

I joined in April. When will be next salary increment ??

like

I think I made a faux pas during a discussion with a recruiter when asked what my salary expectations were. I KNOW not to give my number first but I was so caught off guard by the question since it was our initial discussion that I just blurted out a range. I’m afraid that I’ve now locked myself into a range with little room to negotiate if extended an offer. Any advice for how to proceed?

like

What is the base pay range for an associate principal at Hackett does anyone have an idea?

like

EY GDS vs DELOITTE INDIA..?

Which one is better in terms of wlb, hike, career growth and job security.

like

Does impetus increase CTC after showing counter offer?

Hi fishes ,
I have offer from Mphasis
18 lpa
Yoe 4.3
Skill Python
Is it worth joining , please suggest ?

like
like

Has anyone asked for a hike in the same company without any other offer in hand by letting them know that you deserve more (providing proof of work & awards)

P.S. I know everybody thinks they should receive more but just in case you really think you deserve it when compared to market standards, has anyone approached HR directly?

like

Has anyone who's worked in HR, Finance, or another role with visibility to compensation information been able to use that as leverage for salary negotiations?

To put it bluntly, I know certain people with less experience and a lower performance rating are getting paid more than me due to my role working with payroll data. I suspect this was due to the fact that I did not counter offer when I accepted this role, which was a few months ago, and now I regret it.

like

hello fishes
Looking for a QA Automation/ SDET role , I have 4.5 years of experience for the same.
Holding an offer of 21lpa and the last working day is August 29th.
Refer me for a good product based company and WFH

like

I am interviewing for nCino as a entry level Support Engineer. They ask for 2 years experience in the financial services industry and knowledge of Salesforce. I have over 1 year experience in the financial industry and 2 years working with Salesforce. I live in Louisiana and it's Remote. What salary should I be aiming for? Total compensation also if you can! What do other Support Engineer get paid

like

Hi folks, am bit afraid reading the comments about pwc india..I am just a beginner with 2 years experience. They offered me 8 lpa fixed.Nothing discussed about joining bonus.
Any feedback will be appreciated. Am confused whether they offered is a good package by reading the comments about pwc.And whether am taking the rights decisions.

like
like

Anyone at EY know about VBM practice and SM comp?

like

Any know the salary for a senior solution analyst at BCG in the Chicago area? Glassdoor doesn’t have that job title listed, surprisingly.

Director level salary (base,bonus,stock) at Avanade? Any input? Thanks.

like

More Posts

What states of US are all of you punjabis from?

like

How can I copy a formula from one sheet to another?i tried the simple Ctrl+C, Ctrl-V, but the formula refers to the old sheet.

like

How would you describe the culture at IBM?

funny

Does anyone else just have one day a week (Saturday for me) where they are just a full zombie and have to decompress and sleep from all of the burn out?

like

Anyone from Axtria here,

What will be my salary range 3 years later if my current CTC is 15 lakhs with YOE of 5 years? Tech Stack - BI development!

like

Hi DC fish, what are your favorite local charities and nonprofit organizations? Alternative question, how have your firms been engaging with them in the past year (i.e. remotely)? Looking for ideas for my firm to have a more tangible impact in the upcoming year. Thanks so much!

like

What are your thoughts on Porsche’s consulting subsidiary? Would it compete with T2 or T3 when it comes to industrials and automotive?

like

Best consulting firms for PE work (CDD,Value Creation)? Looking for the best firm for exit ops to PE ops eventually. Thanks!

like

I'm an introverted person, like to keep to myself, focus on work, spend the rest of my time on family, gym etc. I've been told that I need to work on my communication and client relationship building skills. any books I can read? I don't follow pop. culture anymore, no longer actively follow team sports (but sporty myself) as I consider it bread and circus for the masses and don't rly enjoy work drinks... Am I doomed? Personally I am happy and love the work but fear for my career progression.

like

What’s a decent amount of stock options when joining a series B startup probs about 3-5 years from exit? Salary is £75k shares expected to sell for £3-4 a share

like

Hi everyone

Found an interesting job opportunity at Deloitte London for a Junior Product Manager on Linkedln. If someone could please refer me to this position?

I am trying to move into a PM role in a good company so if anyone's aware of any open positions in London please do let me know. I'd highly appreciate the help.

like

Hi team, I am it developer-1 backend working at @TD as a contractor, I was offered a full time role.
I have 2.3 years of experience what is the base pay to be expected and can any one suggest me some price to negotiate, Thanks. TD

like

Hi everyone, does anyone have recommendations for getting rid of nats in indoor house plants? I've tried the sticky traps and while that catches some, it doesn't get rid of all of them.

like

Can anyone help me out with a sample sales
territory plan? I’m looking to move from a fully inbound sales role to an external role managing a specific territory. This is going to be a change and a challenge that excited for! Any advice/tips would be most appreciated!

Any LA agencies looking for Associate Producers?

like

Seriously! A coworker is talking about her degree in history and she wrote her senior thesis on June Cleaver. How does she work at a B4? Of course, her Dad was the Partner's son's HS football coach.

like

SAP SuccessFactors Second Half 2022 (2H 2022)

Release is scheduled for Preview on October 28, 2022 and Production on December 9, 2022.

#SAP #SuccessFactors #ReleaseUpdates #Upgrades #HXM

Post Photo
like

Hypothetically what’s the shortest amount of time you should stay in a job without switching. I kinda wanna try my hand at a different industry but don’t wanna kill the experience I have now by leaving too early

like
like

Additional Posts in Consulting

MBB Human Capital or FAANG Product Manager? Both are in NYC and compensation is similar. I have 7YOE in risk management at an industry specific (tech) boutique investment bank.

like

Is there anyone here that works for the same company as their SO? We do and both love where we work but during times like these almost feels more intense with the uncertainty.

like

Best ergonomic chairs for neck and back pain that aren't $1000+?

likehelpful
likefunny

When did you put company email on your personal phone? First year? Second year?

like

How much do partners at big 4 make on average? How bout MBB?

like

Is Apple recruiting like "moving forward or ghosting culture"? Like they never communicate bad news to you, bad news = ghosting? This has been my experience.

like

Anyone have any recommendations for an office chair that’s super comfortable for someone that doesn’t sit like a normal human? I always sit either cross legged, knees up, etc.

like

What's the best consulting firms for H1B folks who have studied masters in STEM here? Got a cousin graduating this fall and he needs to know H1B/GC policies.

like

Anyone have good book recommendations that I can learn from and are entertaining? Trying to survive a 10 hour flight this weekend 🆘🆘🆘

like

What are the main reasons why you would recommend going big 4 instead of MBB? Have any of you successfully swayed a candidate to go big 4 instead of MBB?

like

To those in non-MBB: Would you rather have an offer in hand right now for MBB or FAANG pm? Assume it’s a lateral transition.

like

Does anyone else NOT have built-in bookshelves (with strategically placed tchotchkes) or is it just me?

likefunny

What is your goal in life?

like

Top consulting firms for building mobile apps - IOS or Android?

like

After getting kicked out of McK late last year, this gives me schadenfreude 🤣

Post Photo
likefunny

Any fish have experience with Marsh Risk Consulting? Good, bad, ugly? Thanks.

like

Is EY hiring for SAP TM? 12 years total SAP exp with 5Y SAP TM.

like

Are there any books or classes about convincing people that have irrational arguments? Trying to figure out how to frame conversations that lead to my conclusions that aren't based in logic and fact.

like

How do I begin investing? Graduated in June 2018 and started my job in August 2018.

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