Classic clueless Singaporeans going on and on about universities and academic rigour. Grow up and move on. Outside of appeal cases how much academic skill is there in practice.

Take a look at uk and us forums and the level of discussion they are having about work and comp - don’t be a kumgong and xiasuay sinkie.

If you think you’re underpaid - ask and look at genuine responses. Want to move to international firms - ask which pay real international rates.

If you don’t want to be a partner move to international and grind your youth away for upper middle class income before going in house or changing industries.

If you are gunning for partnership, build your network and stay in a local firm for the best bet to that sweet equity.