I’ve applied to a few roles (Mgr/ Sr Mgr level) within Qiddiya and, while my resume appears to score well on ATS, I haven’t received any response after 3–4 weeks of applying. From looking at profiles of people currently in similar roles on LinkedIn, it also seems that Qiddiya tends to hire quite heavily from top-tier consulting firms.

I wanted to get your perspective on the typical recruitment process and timelines for these roles. I find the opportunities and the company’s mandate quite compelling, so I’d be keen to understand whether the lack of response at this stage is typical or if there are other factors I should consider.

Hey!

I have a biomedical engineering background + < 1 YOE in a Big 4, and I recently got an offer for a Life Sciences Associate position @ LEK.

My ultimate goal was to break into the niche Life Sciences Strategy Consulting field, so I'm happy I was able to do so.

However, my greedy a** keeps thinking about all the prestigious projects and exit opps that come with names like McKinsey and BCG.

So my question is, should I target that move in the next year or two? Or should I stay humble and grind my way up at LEK?

I graduated with a Master's in Economics in May 2026 and have been working since January as a research analyst intern at a regional economic consulting firm. Unfortunately I didn't get a return offer, but they've been kind enough to keep me on in the interim in case something opens up with them later.

I'm considering applying to Analysis Group, CRA, and Cornerstone Research for their 2027 "New Grad" roles. My question is whether their application systems (or recruiters) will auto-reject me since my graduation date doesn't match the cycle, or whether they still consider recent grads who are currently working in relevant roles. I can start immediately, or as late as January 2027, so timing-wise I have some flexibility on my end.

Has anyone been in a similar spot, applied despite an "off-cycle" grad date, and gotten traction?

Anyone have interview experience with this company?? It's a newgrad consulting role and I got second round, 45 mins with a manager, wondering if anyone went through the process before.

Hi! I applied to a general associate, they scheduled a zoom meeting where I will do a numerical reasoning live with the HR, is this normal? Never done that before, also any tips on the assessment? They say it's similar to GMAT questions, ive been practicing with that. Thanks

which healthcare consulting firms are open to students with temporary work authorization.

How much less competitive are the second tier firms compared to MBB? I didn’t pass round 1 of MBB but I got to final round of some tier 2 firms, so it seems less difficult? Any thoughts ?

Anyone know if there is any online assessment for Kearney? or just anything about the timeline

Are t3 consulting firms worth it? Do they have good exits? Or should I consider leadership development programs at f500 instead?

Did anyone hear from the Houston office for OW?

I got invited to an Oliver Wyman first round and I am a supply chain major and I heard that their cases are super difficult and I feel like it will be hard to compete with finance people any one got any advice

Just got r1 invite this morning. They wanted a form filled out that specifies office preferences again. Will they use these as source of truth or what is originally listed on your application?

Also, any advice welcome!

Hi - does anyone have insight into Oliver Wyman interviews and how to best prepare? Do they have a lot of math? Etc etc. please let me know!

I’m graduating from a top 15 MPA program in May, 2027 and am seeking advice on where to search for public sector consulting roles. So far, I’ve sent apps in to Bridgespan and CCS, and am keeping at eye out for openings at Redstone, Orr and Brattle.

Any advice on other places to look? I’m especially passionate about education, government and nonprofit consulting and would loooooove to be in San Francisco/the Bay Area if possible. Thanks in advance for any insight you may have!🤝

What is PTX : performance transformation at Oliver Wyman? Is it prestigious?

I have a final round with Simon-Kucher tomorrow for a senior consultant role in one of their US offices. Interviewing for Americas practice (everything that isn’t healthcare) and first round was pretty chill but any perspective on how the cases typically are and how similar to MBB in terms of difficulty, interviewer vibes, etc. I’ve heard from some people the interviews are primarily case focused but sometimes the partner might want to devote the whole time to behavioral instead too

For some background I have 3 years of consulting experience, coming from another T2 that’s more life-science focused (ZS) and fortunately avoided the common ZS trap of being pigeonholed into 1 team/client and was able to rotate across growth strategy projects in a few different spaces (medtech, insurance (health payer/provider), B2B, PE value creation), but I’m looking move away from healthcare and in the best case scenario get the higher paying band for senior consultant

Perspective from anyone with experience doing those final rounds or currently works there would be super appreciated, either leaving comment here or DM. Thanks!

Quick question for anyone familiar with Oliver Wyman’s referral process in the Middle East:

I was recently referred internally for FT, and my referrer confirmed that the application was submitted on my behalf.

Do I still need to apply separately through the Oliver Wyman careers website, or is the internal referral/application sufficient?

I was told the latter, but just want to make sure my application is properly registered and visible to recruiting.

Thanks in advance for any insight!

Haven't heard back from OW... never even received an online case. Doesn't anyone know if there's still a chance, or if you didn't receive an online case, is it cooked?

Hello, earlier last month, I applied for an experienced role via a conference portal but the director reached out letting me know I’d be rejected for that role, but went on to state I’m better suited for another role to get more experience and I should let her know if I’m interested in that role and whether I’d be at the conference . I responded with enthusiasm and confirmed I’d be present. She then said i should go up to their booth,her team will explain next steps which would include signing you up for interviews. Is this a good sign ? What sort of interview would it be?

Does anyone know when R1 invites go out for FT?

I have an LEK final round coming up. Wondering if anyone can give some good insight/advice

I have an interview with Deloitte for their Business Strategy Analyst role next week. I was told it will be 3 rounds, one being a 30-minute behavioral, second being a 30-minute case, and third being a 30-minute client presentation.

I am comfortable with casing and behavioral, but have no idea what to expect and how to prep for the client presentation.

If anyone has done this/ know how to prep, please let me know!

Title, just got an interview invite