Comp Question: 1st Year Equity Research at 5-10B HF

I've been with the firm as a mid-office analyst (for 3 years as my 1st and only job) and recently joined the investment team. I have a finance master degree from a non-target school and is a CFA3 candidate. My location is at the NYC. What salary and bonus can I expect in a "typical" year?

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I know the variation in comp could be huge when first joining an new HF depends on experience. But what would be a "typical" comp for someone who had 3-5 year of either BS or SS equity research experience and joining a new BS firm? I don't mind to be "underpaid" for the first 2 year, but I want to catch up very soon.

 

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