I applied online. The process took 4 months. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (Dubai) in Jul 2023
Interview
The interview process was well-structured and professional, giving a clear sense of what the company expects from its employees. However, half of the interviewers did not show up on time, which could be improved for a better candidate experience. It made me question how much they would respect the candidate after hiring
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why are you interested in the role?
Personal leadership story, achievement story and follow up questions
I applied online. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company (Detroit, MI)
Interview
A preliminary interview with a recruiter — basic questions about my interest in the position and my work experience. She asked me to tell her about a time I led a team through a challenging situation and a time when you had to influence someone without authority.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time you led a team through a challenging situation.
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at McKinsey & Company
Interview
Three rounds total: 1st round phone screen with HR (15 min); 2nd round virtual with hiring manager (45 min); 3rd round virtual with hiring managers for different locations (45 min)
Interview questions [3]
Question 1
1st round: What is your understanding of the role? Talk through how your past 3 or so roles related to this position. Why are you interested in this job? What are your salary expectations?
2nd round: Why now / this position?
What would be most exciting & most challenging to you about the role? Give an example of when you're at your best >> when you're coaching, dealing w/ ambiguity, standing ground. Scenario question of how you would advise someone on a specific decision.