Recently heard a few people saying that KKR/BX/Carlyle comp is not much better if any from GS/MS/JPM.
Anyone has any views on that or accurate estimates on the PE comp packages at KKR/BX/Carlyle across different levels?
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are the compensation details for KKR, Blackstone (BX), and Carlyle across different levels:
Total Average Compensation (September 2023)
Private Equity
Overall Employee Satisfaction (September 2023)
Professional Growth Opportunities (September 2023)
These figures suggest that compensation at top PE firms like KKR, Blackstone, and Carlyle is highly competitive and generally higher than what you might find at top investment banks like Goldman Sachs (GS), Morgan Stanley (MS), and JPMorgan (JPM). However, the exact comparison can vary based on specific roles, experience levels, and other factors.
Sources: Former MS M&A / KKR here to field questions, Thoughts on the following for tech: KKR, Carlyle, TPG, H&F?, Which PE firms have the best offices?, Updated view on Carlyle (specifically TMT Group)?,
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Isn't Apollo known to have one of the best comps on the market? That and the WORST hours?
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