Google strategy and ops L5/ L6 salary info (2019)

Apr 20, 2019 26 Comments

Considering strategy and ops roles within a BU at G and wondering what are typical offers for L5 and L6 levels.

Also what’s the typical sign on? Recruiter says no sign on but I realize a competing offer could prove leverage

Background : 6-8 yrs in industry and ~2.5 years in MBB consulting. Is expecting a L6 a stretch?

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  • Google
    fucebook

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    fucebook
    Won't be surprised if they give you L4
    Apr 20, 2019 2
    • OP
      Even if I am exiting as engagement manager/project leader?what should salary expectations be for L5/L6? Recruiter lowballing so need some framework to operate with
      Apr 20, 2019
    • Google
      AIMLOK

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      I once served 5TB
       AIMLOK
      Won't be surprised either. Humble yourself a bit and expect to be humbled further by the HC.
      Apr 20, 2019
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    chillgal77

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    chillgal77
    What’s the offer OP? Hate to say this but TC Or GTFO
    Apr 20, 2019 9
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    AIMLOK

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     AIMLOK
    Yes, it's a stretch
    Apr 20, 2019 0
  • OP, get an offer from Facebook and then you will have leverage. Also be willing to walk away. That’s the only way
    Apr 20, 2019 0
  • Google
    orthogon

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    orthogon
    YMMV, but I came from MBB as an L5 and took a pay cut. I was able to negotiate a small sign-on bonus and increase in base (~5%). If you’re on track for promotion at MBB and primarily interested in maximizing TC, then you should probably stay...
    Apr 21, 2019 5
    • OP
      Got it. What level did you leave McK at? do you mind sharing comp breakdown for L5? Base, RSU, bonus (15%?)

      Now that you are on the inside, are you able to comment if G increases your pay during performance reviews if you get in at lower end of band?
      Apr 21, 2019
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      orthogon

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      orthogon
      Similar background to you (OP), in terms of YOE consulting + industry.

      In my experience, comp breakdown for a given level—even within the same position—is much more varied than MBB. For example, bonus, inc. commission, is generally higher as % of TC in sales, but there’s considerable variation. Overall, levels are much “wider” in tenure, comp, etc., since they aren’t up-or-out (typically).

      Pay increases are (by definition) more likely if you start at the bottom of the band. Of course, they’d have to be justified by strong performance.

      I’d recommend reaching out to your recruiter directly to understand comp breakdown—it’s a totally fair question to ask while negotiating!
      Apr 21, 2019