Should I ask for a raise
Feel like i'm on the low end but am also not working the sweat shop hours to be on the high end.
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Yes—just based on the title alone.
Why not?
Ehh, I think you're maybe around market average given the WLB and WFH options.
For context for you:
AM associate (strictly AM), also very lean
HCOL city
$140k base + 35% bonus
40-50 hours/week
5 days in office
How many YOE?
Depends. Have you closed any deals? How’s the firm doing? Need more info
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