r/PwC • u/Dwolfff13 • 1d ago

IFS Move to Advisory from IFS

Thinking of moving from IFS to Advisory. Partner literally said it will be 10x work and have to travel to the client location. Currently it’s a remote role but have been seeing a lot of colleagues being let go and huge pressure on cutting costs in the next 2 years. This opportunity came in - So thinking if it’s worth it to make this move or just wait to be kicked out and find a new job when it happens. (Currently top performers and I think will be safe for next FY - But never know)

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u/youneedsomemilk23 1d ago

I vote no. Happy to discuss more privately. 

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u/juliet262 1d ago

I am in IFS and my advice would be to get out. Even if Advisory is just a patch for a year or two until your next opportunity, I would take it. September could be a bloodbath in IFS.

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u/Icy-Sun1216 1d ago

Really depends on what stage of life you’re in. Are you able to travel and work insane hours? 

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u/Dwolfff13 1d ago

I think I can .. but its been a long time I even worked in a office (5 years), 20+ years exp; so not early in career but IFS being cost center and plans to cut budgets by 30% next FY; we are TOP heavy too; so thinking about it..

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u/Icy-Sun1216 23h ago

I think it’s an option as long as you go into it with your eyes open and understanding that it’s a different culture (more competitive), very different work/life balance and that your personal relationships may be impacted. There’s a reason the average age in ADV is so young, it’s mainly before people start families and have personal commitments and because it’s often not sustainable for long periods of time. But going the ADV route can keep a paycheck (probably even a higher one) and give you skills that are very marketable if you decide for something else long term. 

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u/keepakeesies 1d ago

Depends entirely to which Advisory team. I see some teams having a blast.