Associate - Operations - Johannesburg
McKinsey
You will be based in Johannesburg and will be part of the Operations practice. Our Operations practice assists our clients in solving complex operational challenges. Blending strategic thinking with hands-on practicality, our teams of consultants and experts work to develop and implement operational strategies that solve our clients' most critical problems When you join McKinsey, you are joining a firm whose culture is distinctive and inclusive. We will accelerate your development as a leader to create positive, enduring change in the world. You will work on the best teams to help the best organizations in the world - in private, public, and social sectors - solve their most difficult problems. You will also work with many experts, from data scientists and researchers to software and app designers. You'll work in teams of typically 3 - 5 consultants, playing an active role in all aspects of client engagement. This includes gathering and analyzing information, formulating and testing hypotheses, and developing and communicating recommendations. You'll also have the opportunity to present results to client management and implement recommendations in collaboration with client team members. Associates receive exceptional training as well as frequent coaching and mentoring from colleagues on their teams. This support includes a Partner from your local office or practice assigned to you to help guide your career as well as up to five weeks of formal training in your first two years as an Associate. Additionally, you'll receive guidance and support from your local office or practice in the selection of client projects, helping you to develop your skills and build your network. While all consultants develop specialized knowledge and a focused program as they progress with McKinsey, most are initially very broad in their focus, meaning they do not need specific industry or functional expertise to be successful. For consultants who join McKinsey as experienced professionals, this can mean building on previous knowledge or developing unique experience in an area that is completely new. You will likely intersect with many elements of our firm's work including digital, analytics, implementation either by collaborating on teams or working with colleagues from these groups. Bachelor's degree with honors in engineering (all fields), construction, mining, logistics and associated areas; advanced graduate degree preferred Outstanding record of academic and managerial or professional achievement Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills Strong record of leadership in an academic, professional or extracurricular setting Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English and the local office language(s) Willingness to travel
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