MBB experienced hires with no prior consulting experience: how was your experience as a new joiner?

MBB em level role vs. director level tech (non FAANG) exit? Coming from b4, roughly 10 yoe. I know it’s probably a personal preference thing but hoping to get opinions here. Tech role is $190k base plus a 30% target bonus. MBB role i got a verbal offer without a comp figure yet but my understanding is it’s around there, maybe 10-20% higher (or maybe much higher depending on bonus).

Didn’t fully expect to get the MBB offer honestly, but both beat my 180/198 b4 comp. Now i’m torn.

How likely is it for an auditor to make the switch to a consultant at one of the MBB firms?

Will a good GMAT help me get an interview at MBB (thinking of applying 1-2 years out of UG)? UG GPA isn’t bad, but not up to MBB standards (went to a target school where MBB did on-campus interviews).

Hi folks!

Would value your advice here.

Pre-partner level (AP / Principal) at MBB — have failed the partner promotion and being asked to stick around for at least another 6-12 months as the firm believes in my potential (but of course no guarantee to make it). Gutted for not having been promoted despite the strong traction built.
Have an offer from tier-2 (S&, EYP) to join as a partner with significant pay bump.

Any of you have been in a similar spot? What would you do?

Thanks all!

Anyone considering a move to MBB

Any MBB Financial services consultants encounter Blockchain POC projects?

Currently in Private Equity (in India), have an offer to join the PE practice of MBB in SGP. What are the exit options like? Would it help if i stayed in India PE role for a few more years and then try to move or would gaining SEA experience help get me into a PE role in SGP in a few years? Context: Hard to find growth+ tech focused PE roles in SGP at the moment & want to make a move in the next few years. Please advise.

Hi Fishes,

I am looking for a referral at MBB, S&, ATK, OW, RB for entry-level Business Analyst/Associate roles. I'll be graduating in Jun '22 and I am open to international offices too (based out of India).

Job Offers: D.E. Shaw, Google, KPMG
Internships: D.E. Shaw, Google, EY
Acads: Merit Scholar (9.6/10) pursuing Bachelors in Management (Finance)
Extra-Curriculars: Multiple International and National Competitions

If you need my resume, pls dm.

Thanks

Hi energy fish, I’m currently in the process of breaking into the energy industry. My education is in energy engineering but I got sidetracked. Now, what is better as a pivot point for later exits and continued career path in energy: A) joining Guidehouse in the energy team or B) joining a T2 in the energy team or C) joining MBB as a generalist but network my way into energy work? TIA ❤️

For a strategy-esque (non-PM) career trajectory in FAANG/tech, what’s the comp trajectory look like? Can one ever reach MBB partner-like comp? MBB’s pay trajectory is too good to leave, but maybe I’m being naive

Ragazzi.. how’s the compensation in Italy for MBB 1st year BA/Associate?

Anyone know which offices are hiring/busy? Canadian MBB is slowing down hiring, mainly hiring digit or ops people.
Not sure which offices have fewer people on the beach!

Currently a data analytics managers at a tech firm. Looking for referrals to consulting. Have about 5 yoe with some background in internal strategy/operations role. MBB is ideal but realistically Big4 or boutique makes sense. Thanks!

Are you supposed to receive a signing bonus for an entry level job at MBB?

I had interviews at all MBB and 3 FAANG. Didn’t get an offer at any of them. Feeling kinda down

Any PE folks come from a consulting background and willing to chat? I'm currently at Deloitte commercial S&A looking to make the jump to PE in the future (after either going through the IB route or MBB route)

Is it realistic to have a decent WLB if you’re a parent and working in MBB/T2 in Dubai? Is it guaranteed that you’d be travelling Monday-Thursday? Currently, I have a decent WLB in London but money is very attractive in Dubai but don’t want to miss my child growing up if I’m expected to not be home >80% of the time.
Any parents working in Dubai MBB/T2 have an answer?

Why isn't Strategy& viewed as on par with MBB? Extremely high caliber people and output and many leaders are ex-MBB

1st Post: How do MBB Risk & Regulation Teams compare to Big 4? It’s the only area where I’ve seen a Big4 Manager move to an MBB without a demotion (at least in Europe). Any insights are appreciated!:)

Turns out that Ellen DeGeneres' new show has been canceled by Warner. I didn't even know she had a new show, huh.

What is everyone's favorite whiskey, and why?

How do job offers work for laterals? I got my current job through OCI and have never lateraled. I’m interviewing now and am wondering if firms will call with an offer (if I’m lucky enough to get one!) like they did during OCI or if they’ll send a email instead. Any insight is much appreciated!

Booking a local weekend trip with the wife and I have an option to spend 100k Bonvoy points for 2 nights or use 50k + 1 free night award up 50k. Since my free night expires mid-next year, I should go ahead and use that first before using my points right? Hotel is 50k a night/category 6.

Any recommendations on a work field to transition to? I’ve been in retail for 20+ years with 10+ in management. It’s been very difficult to get out.

Anyone here who made the jump to MBB from a B4 tech/digital or swe background? Would love to pick your brain on the process! 🙂

Is PwC firing more people again!!????

Can anyone recommend a recruiter who won’t ghost for in house fashion/beauty brands? Trying to go in house and can’t get any bites

Currently i have one year of experience, i had an offer and during the last day of my notice period management called and asked two days of time and told they will match the offer that i am currently holding i.e 8 lpa current CTC was 4lpa, I am ok if they match my offer, can you guys kindly suggest how retention works.
And what are all the things i need to take care of during this process.

Anyone know of student or recent graduates looking to get some motion graphics experience? My company has an internship that would be a great opportunity for them.

What’s a phrase or quote that inspires you and helps you when you are down? Looking to get an engraved bracelet and eventually a tattoo to help me remember during my anxiety attacks.

Every day this fucking job gives me a new reason to quit.

Anyone know why lawyers insist on writing the full state name instead of an abbreviation? I.e. New Jersey instead of NJ.

What do audit managers+ think when they hear staff & seniors talking about getting out of audit and going to TAS/FDD/Deals? Did you have similar thoughts at some point?

Any experiences for DL and Real ID with “No given name” in I797 and FNU in SSN?

I hate turning down any kind of request even when I'm up to my eyeballs with work. How do you all politely and effectively turn down tasks?

Will a good GMAT help me get an interview at MBB (thinking of applying 1-2 years out of UG)? UG GPA isn’t bad, but not up to MBB standards (went to a target school where MBB did on-campus interviews).

How much time is enough to prep for a power round at Mckinsey? As in - how many weeks

How many rounds are typical for BCG experienced hire? Just finished up my 3rd 30 min session today 😀

is this common language for McKinsey rejection? "Despite this decision, we would like to keep your information on file for possible opportunities with us in the future. If you are not interested, please feel free to let us know. We appreciate your interest in our firm and hope we might connect with you again."

Starting at BCG in Singapore, looking for any advices or tips you wished you had known when you started. (e.g. Networking early, take time to choose carefully first project, books to read..) TIA!

I have somehow managed to get an interview for an associate role at Mck. I only have masters from T2 school and just about 3-4 yoe in manufacturing and pharma industry . Do you think I’ll be dinged by the partners because I am not elite enough? Should I ask the recruiter to down level to BA position to increase my chances?

Have the NYT bad press and new books affected McKinsey revenue?

Any tips on transitioning a networking call into a referral? Even if it’s going well, and good questions are asked, it’s tricky to turn a call into actually asking for referral. Any good approaches?

As far as you know, does BCG PIPE do work with VC firms? I am starting in BCG NYC after I graduate and I have VC experience pre-MBA

McKinsey vs McKinsey Digital? Not sur to which I should apply, how different the recruiting process is, etc.

Why isn't Strategy& viewed as on par with MBB? Extremely high caliber people and output and many leaders are ex-MBB

I am based in the US and would like to switch regions and firms. Anyone in EMEA or APAC willing to chat/DM for a referral and for me to learn more about the region/practices that I am specialized in. I am a Sr. Principal/AP for context.

Any BCGer willing to do a case with me? I will be interviewing in a few weeks and would love some expert advice. I have cased extensively, but wonder if similar to casing with real consultants. Thanks!

Have upcoming interviews with McKinsey and BCG. Would anyone one from Bain (manager or above) be willing to connect for a quick phone call?

what is new BA salary at McK?

Any BCG toronto fish willing to screen resume for a potential referral. TIA. Please feel free to dm.

looking to apply to a northeast mckinsey office. anyone know who the head of northeast recruiting is? went to school in another region and have since relocated. had some specific questions related to office/region and could not find anything online