IB exit to HF, low ball offer

I’m a 2nd year monkey at a mid tier IB as a strat developing algo strategies. Recently got an offer to join a small HF (4B, 50 ppl) to do similar stuff. I’d say I can learn a lot from the PMs and will definitely have a lot to work on in the next few years. Great growth opportunity, just the pay is a little lower than expected. I’m guessing because I came from an IB background. So If I may ask, 1) what’s the avg base nowadays for a junior researcher at smaller HF? 2) for guaranteed bonus? 3) what % do you expect to get on top of guaranteed

Thanks everyone in advance

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Did you accept, was this the only shop you got interest from? If so network and prepare to move on after if you don’t like the shop or don’t see any advancement opps.

 

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