Question 1

Does McKinsey & Company pay their employees well?

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According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, McKinsey & Company employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at McKinsey & Company. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

Question 2

How satisfied are employees working at McKinsey & Company?

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78% of McKinsey & Company employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated McKinsey & Company 2.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 4.3 for career opportunities.

Question 3

What are the top reviewed jobs at McKinsey & Company?

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Business Analyst (1606), Associate (1559), Engagement Manager (1138), Consultant (501), Executive Assistant (452), Analyst (388), Associate Partner (276), Senior Business Analyst (262), Business Presentation Specialist (245), Junior Associate (174), Senior Associate (174), Specialist (152), Senior Analyst (148), Intern (143), Manager (142)

Question 4

What are the pros of working at McKinsey & Company according to real employee reviews?

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"It is very flexible and people are great" ((in 1500 reviews)); "The benefits are great and you can shape your career for it to align with your passions." ((in 852 reviews)); "Great learning environment and great colleagues" ((in 763 reviews)); "here you get to work on some of the challenging problems and the culture is great." ((in 531 reviews)); "Good Salary and perks overall" ((in 356 reviews))

Question 5

What are the cons of working at McKinsey & Company according to real employee reviews?

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"There is NO work life balance so be ready to sell your sould to the firm." ((in 1490 reviews)); "Long hours and travel (but totally worth it especially at the beginning of your career)" ((in 1210 reviews)); "Working late hours" ((in 647 reviews)); "Poor management and lots of politics" ((in 125 reviews)); "Senior Leadership at Brussels very rude and harsh." ((in 113 reviews))

Question 6

What are employees saying about McKinsey & Company layoffs in 2026?

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Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about McKinsey & Company layoffs and their outlook for job security at McKinsey & Company in 2026.

Question 7

What McKinsey & Company locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Accepted Answer

<a href="/Reviews/McKinsey-and-Company-Madrid-Reviews-EI_IE2893.0,20_IL.21,27_IC2664239.htm">Madrid</a>

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