Folks who have gone from Big 4 Operations to MBB strategy - what are some of the differences in culture, work life balance, skills needed, etc.

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What is big 4 operations. Do u mean big 4 management consulting? Or are u referring to internal work?

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Good clarification. I went from Big4 to smaller national. The culture is much more laid back and less hours. Not as much career opportunity though (or as high probability for c-suite/executive career path).

I imagine it will be the opposite with moving to MBB.

What level?

Senior Associate/Consultant.

Not sure about BB but my understanding for McKinsey is that you align by industry, not by function

Not entirely. You can choose either for alignment.

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