McKinsey Recruiting

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Listen to the podcast (duration: 00:54) > McKinsey Recruiting was created to form you about who we are, what we do, and about our recruiting process. We know you have a lot on your plate so we want to take some of the work out of recruiting. In each episode we will do a deep dive on frequently asked questions to get you the most important information.

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What does a consultant do, and what are the different roles on a client study? What types of backgrounds make a good consultant? How can you find out if a career as a consultant is the right choice for you? Tune in and find answers to these questions and more in our latest McKinsey Recruiting Podcast episode, with Ricky.

Ricky is an engagement manager based in McKinsey’s London office. She began her McKinsey career in our Lagos office in 2016, and prior to that, she was a chartered accountant and also ran a successful cupcake business. Outside of work Ricky loves baking, playing sports and spending time with her son.

# Before joining McKinsey, Ricky turned her passion for baking into a successful cupcake business.
# Outside of the team room you can find Ricky playing American flag football, which has taught her a lot about teamwork.
# In addition to explaining the responsibilities of an engagement manager, Ricky provides an overview of the different roles on a client study and how consultants solve problems.
# Ricky gives helpful insights on how she balances a demanding job as a consultant with being a parent.
# In our “Ask me anything” section, Ricky highlights the required skills and academical background that are needed to succeed in the consulting industry. She also explains the opportunities McKinsey offers for students from varied backgrounds.

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What is mental health and why is it important for consultants? How can meditation enrich your life and help you to deal with stressful situations? How does McKinsey support its clients to shift their mindsets and behaviors? Tune in and find answers to these questions and more in our latest McKinsey Recruiting Podcast episode, with Michiel.

Michiel is a partner based in McKinsey’s Amsterdam office. He began his McKinsey career in New York in 2005, and prior to that, he worked in the marketing department at Unilever where he was responsible for a well-known ice-cream brand. Outside of work Michiel loves to spend time with his family and is writing a book about leading and learning outside of your comfort zone.

# Before joining McKinsey, Michiel worked as a brand manager for a well-known ice-cream brand.
# Michiel explains what Aikido is and why he takes at least one week of silence every year.
# In addition to defining what mental health means to him, Michiel explains what Aberkyn does and why he co-founded it.
# Michiel provides helpful insights on how he balances his job as a consultant with being a parent.
# In our “Ask me anything” section, Michiel explains how he makes a clear cut between private and work life in times of constant availability. He also talks about criteria taken into consideration when deciding who gets invited for an interview at McKinsey.

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What is McKinsey’s Client Capabilities Network? What types of projects do colleagues within our Client Capabilities Network work on? Why is McKinsey currently looking to hire new colleagues within this part of our firm? Tune in and find answers to these questions and more in our latest McKinsey Recruiting Podcast episode, with Robert.

Robert is based in McKinsey’s San Jose, Costa Rica office. He began his McKinsey career in 2000 and is now the leader of the Global Research Function and Client Capabilities Network. Prior to that, he gained experience at a technology startup company in Sydney and worked at an investment bank in London. Outside of work, Robert loves surfing and going to the beach with his family.

# Robert talks about his international experiences and how he ended up at McKinsey
# He provides some useful tips on how to create an environment in which people can bring their whole selves to work
# Robert shares details about the different kinds of roles within McKinsey’s Client Capabilities Network, and how they work with our clients
# He reveals what skills we look for in candidates applying to a role within our Client Capabilities Network
# In our “Ask me Anything” section, Robert describes some of the learning and development opportunities at McKinsey

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Marie started her McKinsey career in Germany as a consultant, and after earning her MBA at INSEAD, transitioned into a people role in Amsterdam. Now she is one of the firm’s global recruiting leaders and is incredibly passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. She is a mother of three and maintains a healthy lifestyle by cycling to the office every day.

What to expect in this episode:
Marie talks about her McKinsey journey and how she ended up in Amsterdam
She provides tips for those considering applying, including what to include on a CV/resume
Marie walks listeners through McKinsey’s application process, including what to expect with
Solve, our online problem solving game
She explains that there is no exact template for success at McKinsey – but we look for
certain qualities in candidates – personal impact, inclusive leadership, entrepreneurial
drive, and problem solving skills
Marie talks about managing pre-interview stress and reveals a ritual that helps her relax

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