McKinsey & Company Reviews

Updated Sep 3, 2020

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  • "Smart people and lots of learning opportunities(in 234 reviews)

  • "Great place to learn and develop(in 139 reviews)

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  1. Featured Review
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    "Incredible place for growth"

    5.0
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    • Senior Management
    Current Employee - Conflcits Atty in Boston, MA
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    Positive Outlook
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    I have been working at McKinsey & Company full-time for more than a year

    Pros

    Lots of developmental opportunities. Most folks really care about you - have made a lot of great friends here. Incredible exposure at a young age.

    Cons

    Long work hours - lack of focus on lifestyle from many older partners at the Firm

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  2. "Great place to build your career and skill set"

    5.0
    Former Employee - Engagement Manager in New York, NY

    I worked at McKinsey & Company full-time for more than 3 years

    Pros

    Toughest problems. Smartest people. Best solutions.

    Cons

    Work life balance is not a pro.


  3. "Best place to work"

    5.0
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    Current Employee - McKinsey Implementation in Boston, MA
    Recommends
    Positive Outlook
    Approves of CEO

    I have been working at McKinsey & Company full-time for more than a year

    Pros

    Amazing place to develop and grow

    Cons

    No real cons - great place to work

  4. "Great place to work"

    5.0
    Current Employee - Associate in San Francisco, CA

    I have been working at McKinsey & Company full-time

    Pros

    Opportunities for growth, great leadership, interesting work

    Cons

    Bad work-life balance at times

  5. "Great experience"

    5.0
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    Former Employee - Business Analyst 
    Recommends
    Positive Outlook
    Approves of CEO

    I worked at McKinsey & Company full-time

    Pros

    Stimulating, fast-paced learning environment with exceptional people and real opportunity to make an impact

    Cons

    Hours and travel can be tough

  6. "Fortunate to be here"

    5.0
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    • Senior Management
    Current Employee - Associate Partner 
    Recommends
    Positive Outlook
    Approves of CEO

    I have been working at McKinsey & Company full-time for more than 8 years

    Pros

    The best resources, people and opportunities in the field of consulting

    Cons

    Not everybody loves to travel; not for those who want clear, unambiguous marching orders every day

  7. "Best start I could have ever had for my career. I worked they long ago, your time drop down range is too short."

    5.0
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    Former Employee - Research Consultant in New York, NY
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    Positive Outlook

    I worked at McKinsey & Company full-time for more than a year

    Pros

    Quality of the people you work with, types of problems you address, ability to make a difference in the world of business.

    Cons

    None. It is hard work, sometimes long hours, but very performance driven, if you work hard, it pays off, and the experience you get is unparalleled.

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  8. "Great"

    5.0
    Current Employee - Business Analyst 

    I have been working at McKinsey & Company full-time

    Pros

    Great place to work. easy review.

    Cons

    None None None None None

  9. "Mentor ship opportunities"

    5.0
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    Current Employee - Business Analyst in San Francisco, CA
    Recommends
    Positive Outlook
    Approves of CEO

    I have been working at McKinsey & Company full-time for more than a year

    Pros

    Focus on professional development and mentor ship

    Cons

    Thought work life balance and traveling a bunch

  10. "Best job out of college"

    5.0
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    • Senior Management
    Former Employee - Business Analyst 
    Recommends
    Positive Outlook
    Approves of CEO

    I worked at McKinsey & Company full-time for more than a year

    Pros

    Amazing firm, amazing people! Best job out of college

    Cons

    Lifestyle can be challenging at times

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