Additional interview scheduled after final interview. Consulting firm. They said it would be beneficial for the MD and me to meet. Is this normal?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I'm in the exact same boat right now. It's a good opportunity for you to understand the management team at the firm, and better assess your fit with the company.

If you're already 100% sure you're going to take the offer, it's not as critical (but may help you identify any red flags).

uplifting

The MD step is a formal closure- means if you don’t trip yourself in front of MD you will get an offer. However, say you do or say something out there the MD may tell them to keep on looking

Totally normal. Pre-Covid I flew across the country for a lunch with the practice lead and flew back home right after. Decision had really already been made by his people, but I guess he wanted to meet me first before approving the offer.

like

😬sorry to break it to you, but it's never over until you've signed the Offer Letter. All the best! 🙏

Best thing is to stay consistent in how you've presented yourself in the previous interviews - after all, that's what got you here

helpful

I always take any opportunity to learn more. I see it as a positive. Remember, you should be interviewing them as much as they are with you!

May be a keep you warm item or they want to staff you on a specific project. Would take it seriously and as a positive.

Related Posts

Recruiters, is it frowned upon for candidates to reach out to you on DM on Linkedin? Or does it show that they’re more interested than just submitting an application?

likehelpfulfunny

Hi fishes,
Can anyone please guide me what to prepare for second round(managerial round) for java developer.

like

I have my director rounds on Monday - McKinsey. Applying for an Analyst role.
Any tips to keep in mind?

Its the last interview stage and I believe its basically a behavioral/fitment check.
Any tips/things to care of?

like

Can you recruit via headhunter while in an MBA program?

like

How do companies now view candidates from Meta?

like

Hello Fishes,
Thinking of applying to airbus
What is the approx package for a person with 4 to 6 YOE?
I come from mechanical background. Does Airbus consider that?

like

Can anyone tell what’s “Pre-Hire Engagement Program-Business connect at PwC”?
And what kind of questions I may expect, in case they ask?

like

Does anyone else just feel incapable of doing interview prep after several instances of making it to the final round and getting rejected? I have another final round interview tomorrow but I just can’t seem to care because this is the fourth time in 6 months I’ve made it to a final round! I’m tired lol. How do I stay motivated? Should I even “prep” or should I wing it?

like

Hello Fishes,
I am currently interviewing at EY GDS and HR discussion is done.
But the HR is saying they can offer only 36% hike.
YOE: 6
CCTC : 12 LPA fixed.

How should I proceed with this.

like

Please suggest any good sources to prepare for data engineer interviews in GCP, Python, SQL, Pyspark. I have worked only in a few tools in GCP and done basic coding in pyspark and above average in SQL, but need to be prepared to handle all questions to grab some offer. YouTube has lot of resources but confused on which one to start with. I have an interview this Tuesday in another 2 days.

like
like

Have others found it hard to transition from Audit to Financial Analyst? All the recruiters I’m meeting with are telling me I probably won’t get an interview since they’re looking for someone who’s ready to hit the ground running.
It’s discouraging because I’m a fast learner, and from talking to my friends who are Financial Analysts, it doesn’t seem like what we do is so dissimilar.

likesmart

Hi,
My HR discussion with
Cognizant is scheduled.
Is this going to be a salary discussion or questions like strength and weakness, why do you want to join etc?

I’m interviewing for a Manager role at PayPal in the product management department and wondering how much of a salary I should ask. I am a woman and POC so I don’t want to fall into the trap of asking for/getting paid less than I’m worth. All insights welcome!!

like

Should I complain to a firm's HR if the interviewers laughed at my answer during an interview? Maybe it sounded scripted but it was still heartfelt and genuine: my immigration story and how that made me appreciate the rule of law. I said it soo many times during OCI's that maybe it eventually sounded robotic, but for the interviewers to laugh and one to say sarcastically "nice elevator pitch", I thought was rude. Thoughts?

like

I’m interviewing for another consulting role and I’m close to moving from 70 to 120. Prayers are appreciated.

Also I’m not gonna tell where so I can get the job 😆

like

How important are snapshots in pwc and how to handle them

Hi,
I am a Master's student at Northeastern University looking for Data Analyst co-ops and internships.
I would love to get feedback on my resume or any other advice I can get for my internship search. Would love to connect and talk more.
Thank you :)

Post Photo
like

I got contacted by a recruiter at Microsoft to interview as a Digital Technical Specialist in Ireland. I have had the Competency, Technical and Role-play interviews and last time the recruiter called me she told me that they have gotten good feedback of me and are making their decision on hiring me, but she also wanted to discuss salary. Is it stupid of me to think that I most likely have gotten the job or am I in over my head?

like

Starting the interview process with another company in industrials, and my current TC is ~$600k. Headhunter wants to chat about comp expectations - anyone have advice on how to approach? Is there a minimum bump people tend to shoot for before making the jump (e.g. 25%)? Trying to keep it clean and focus on annual TC, but plan to also communicate I expect to be made whole on my unvested RSUs . TIA!

funnylikehelpful

More Posts

Anyone relocating to Denver or looking to move soon? Renting out my townhome 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 10min north of downtown. DM me if you're interested or can refer, will throw in a gift card for you.

like

Fish fam! Need some help. I am a 23 year old male and I know that I am really wise beyond my years. I am just not having fun any more with what an average 20 something year thinks is fun. I want CONT

Anyone wants to look at our charts together?

like

Really confused as to whether to incorporate my NY- based makeup startup as an LLC or an S-corp? Not based in NYC if that matters and no revenue yet. Should I be looking into Delaware at all (specifically a Delaware C-Corp) if I do plan on raising capital at some point down the line? Also - for any FDA lawyers out there, what is the problem with developing makeup (specifically foundations) with SPF? I've heard it's "heavily regulated." What do I need to be aware of? Thanks in advance !!

like

Hello Everyone,
Please let me know if there are any requirements for Oracle PPM functional consultant in India. I have an experience of 2years and 8 months with 2 end to end implementations.

I don't understand the point of hiring candidates. Its been more than two months and i am sitting idle. There is no updates from management. I am getting info like i will get half salary this month because of the bench policy. I m confused what to do next

like

Oppo launched its first foldable phone - Find N 👌

uplifting
like

Hello! Looking to see if anyone would like to be a referral for Microsoft! Or any other TECH companies looking to hire a PM, Account Manager or CSM! Thank you! Microsoft Amazon Google

like

Can a company with offer letter sent on email if joining is delayed due to notice period

like

Please give some reactions to this post to help me enable my DM.

like

I currently work st PwC on L1. I want to know if the FAANG companies sponsor an H1B for accounting/ finance professionals ?

like

Hoping for promo in about a year with ~30% raise. How long would I need to stay at the firm, after raise, to be able to get more money in a lateral move to another firm?

like

FAANG is now MAMAA (Meta, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon and Alphabet)…Whoa Mama! As if there weren’t enough acronyms in our lives. Happy Friday All!!!

funnylike

Dumb question: my in-laws have asked me to come work from Spain (fab) but they only sim hotspot for internet. Does anyone know if a simcard hotspot will be reliable enough for not blurry internet?

like

A good scientist once said...

like

Hi, I am on B1 band in wipro. Can anyone please say how many time we can seat for new myskill-z examination?

like

For YOE 1.5 > 2 years do you look at associates or just entry level?

like

Anyone have any advice for VC case interview? Have one coming up. I’m just prepping by running through some consulting strategy cases related to if you invest in a company, product, market, etc. but any other guidance / material would be greatly appreciated!

like

Additional Posts in Consulting

How much do partners at big 4 make on average? How bout MBB?

like

Deloitte any fish with thoughts or information about the Global Strategy & Innovation team? Interviewing for the Manager level role and want to make sure I know what I’d be getting into

like

Have any of you come from ultra poor families and suddenly had to go to school or work with really-from-birth rich people? How did you feel and how did you bridge the gap? Constantly getting judged.

like

Anyone have any recommendations for an office chair that’s super comfortable for someone that doesn’t sit like a normal human? I always sit either cross legged, knees up, etc.

like

Bench time done right:
Camper van + cell signal booster + (nearly) unlimited battery power + National Parks pass = gorgeous “home office” views

Post Photo
like

For those of you on vacation this week and/or next, it’s important to remember you can drink all day if you don’t start in the morning.

likehelpful

EY fish - when you are laid off, is it immediate the day you're told or do you get a little warning?

like

My current firm didn’t require a case interview. Would like to leave soon, but want to have my ducks in a row. How can I best prepare for Big 4 and MBB interviews? How did you all do it?

like

KPMG 🐠 , how long to hear back after final round partner interview?

like

EY, I got my Roth IRA contributions set to max (30%). Does Fidelity automatically lower the % and stop contributions afterwards once I reach my 2022 limit?

Also at Deloitte, I had a couple thousand contributed in the beginning of the year. Does EY's 401k keep track of that as well towards the limit?

funnylike

Am looking at exit opportunities and researching FAANG. Curious to understand why anyone would join Amazon which has the worst benefit of the FAANG? Can anyone share what’s better at Amazon that I am not aware of? Amazon and Facebook on sites lined up in January! So researching now!;)

like

Anyone that has taken the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification recently, can u talk about the study materials that was most helpful and provide some tips on the test?

like

Do you guys put on fashionable clothes when alone at home just to feel good? 😩

likefunny

Any tips/warnings/advice on potentially trying to move from Big 4 to either MBB or a T2 boutique firm? I’m anticipating reaching M1 in Big 4 within the next 12 months. I really like my current practice, but frankly as I eye comp across the bowl, I’m hungry for more elsewhere, even with the recent Big 4 bumps. I have 5 YOE (3 consulting, 2 industry) all within somewhat niche subject matter, as well as my MBA (non “prestigious” school however). Any thoughts or clarifying questions are welcome, TIA

like
like

Heard BCG laid off quite a few people this summer. Is this true?

like

Anyone here go from a federal consulting practice to Microsoft Federal? Interested to hear about the work and differences between the two spaces.

like

I have 137 browser tabs open on my phone, and 64 open in private browsing. How many do you have open and what does this say about your personality?

like

All the Delta purple outfits look like they ran a size smaller than the old ones - attendants don’t look too comfy.

likeupliftingfunny

I’m a few years out of college and have been mentoring a few students and new joiners at my company. Sometimes, I don’t even feel like I’m good enough to mentor anyone. Any advice?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal