How much I got paid as a Private Equity analyst?

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How much I was paid as a private equity analyst straight out of grad?

  • $70,000 - Analyst base salary (PERE base is lower)

  • $7k - 10% bonus

  • $100,000 - stock grants

  • $177,000 - Total 1st year comp

At the time, I was 23 so it was a good starting point finally felt confident with my future career path

Private equity is a great field with increased work life balance and more lucrative earnings than investment banking long term

Ultimately, my plan is to start my own real estate investment firm this year

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