Oct 03, 2024
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here's what you need to know about compensation in top credit groups at major firms like Carlyle (CAR), Blackstone (BX), KKR, and Apollo (APO):

  • VP Compensation:

    • Base salaries typically range from $150,000 to $250,000.
    • Bonuses are usually at least 100% of the base salary, leading to an all-in compensation range of $300,000 to $500,000.
  • Director/Principal Compensation:

    • Generally, Directors/Principals have at least 6 to 7 years of experience.
    • Compensation can vary significantly, but a Director at a top firm can expect a substantial increase from VP levels.
  • MD Compensation:

    • MDs usually have 10+ years of experience.
    • All-in compensation for MDs starts at around $500,000, with many successful MDs earning between $2 million to $5 million annually.

This progression outlook and compensation structure can vary from firm to firm, but these figures provide a general benchmark for what you can expect at top credit groups in major firms.

Sources: What is the Total Comp Range for Vp's In ER?, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/private-equity/qa-non-target-top-bucket-ssg-private-creditdirect-lending?customgpt=1, Where is the compensation in banking? Is it worth taking a pay cut for the long-term prospects?, What is your compensation in Real Estate Finance?, Q&A: VP in LO Public Credit

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Even as an A1 straight out of undergrad - my bonus was slightly above 100% of base…..

 

Depends completely on the fund and the type of credit, but:

- Analyst $175 - $250 TC
- Associate $250 - $300 TC
- Sr Associate $300 - $400 TC
- VP $400 - $500 TC
- Director $500 + TC
- MD/PM (is highly firm dependent can be anywhere in this range) $600 - $1 mm TC

 

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