Could anyone speak to the culture/people aspect of McKinsey London?

Lucky enough to have offers from MBB straight out of university, and my top priorities are culture/people, exit opps and work-life balance.

Leaning towards BCG on this basis as I unfortunately didn't click with any interviewers or buddies at McK.

Grateful for any advice!

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I'm in the McKinsey London office and would say the culture is here great! Hours are (marginally) better than most of mainland Europe. The people I have met and work with regularly are super. Happy to answer any specific questions you might have!

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US based here but have friends in London and they’re always having a blast with their office mates. Definitely fomo I don’t think we have any office like that in the US, maybe Chicago.

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We are all the same. Don’t let anyone tell you differently.

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Not from London office, but sounds like you have your answer tbh

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