Digital

Associate - McKinsey Digital

Job ID: 44328
  • Amsterdam


Are you driven by the opportunity to tackle complex challenges and work alongside top leaders? Do you want to be part of a team that delivers outcomes that others simply can’t? If so, you’ve come to the right place.

Who You'll Work With

You'll work as part of our Digital McKinsey team in Amsterdam. Digital McKinsey helps enterprises think strategically about how to leverage technology to create fundamental business change – from formulating tech-driven growth strategies to enabling more efficient operations through the use of technology. 
In a world where digital is the new standard, executives are increasingly looking for sharp advice on technology. With a team of 2,100 experts and consultants across 60 countries, Digital McKinsey works on key technology topics including big data, agile, cloud, cybersecurity, analytics and digital transformation. We serve a range of companies, including start-ups, the public sector and global Fortune 100 firms.
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.

Your impact within our firm

You will work with C-suite executives and senior managers, problem-solve on key issues as well as provide actionable recommendations leveraging your technological know-how and business sense.
You will play an active role in all aspects of a client project, typically working in teams of 3-5 consultants alongside experts and colleagues of all tenures, including developers, designers, data engineers, agile coaches and others. This includes gathering and analyzing information, formulating and testing hypotheses, and developing and communicating recommendations for client presentations. You’ll also have the opportunity to present results to client management and implement recommendations in collaboration with client team members. 
Our consultants 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.

Your qualifications and skills

  • Master's degree required in engineering, science or another technical or related field; advanced degrees advantageous
  • Several years work experience in a blue-chip or start up environment within pharma, financial services, high tech, engineering, aerospace, media, telecommunications, FMCG or the public sector 
  • Previous experience in a technology/ IT strategy related role combined with expertise in areas such as digital strategy/ transformation, IT infrastructure & architecture, IoT, e-commerce, AI/machine learning, robotics, cloud, big data and analytics, cyber security
  • Combination of strategic and analytical insights with a passion for technology
  • Excellent track record of academic and managerial or professional achievement   
  • Proven experience of leadership in a work setting and/or through extracurricular activities
  • Fluency in English and Dutch (both a must)
  • Willingness to travel
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Job Skill Group - CSS Associate
Job Skill Code - ASC - Associate
Function - Strategy & Corporate Finance;Technology
Industry - Financial Services;Healthcare Systems & Services;High Tech;Industrials & Electronics;Life Sciences;Oil & Gas;Retail;Telecommunications;Travel, Transport & Logistics
Post to LinkedIn - Yes
Posted to LinkedIn Date - Wed Nov 15 00:00:00 GMT 2023
LinkedIn Posting City - Amsterdam
LinkedIn Posting State/Province -
LinkedIn Posting Country - Netherlands
LinkedIn Job Title - Associate - McKinsey Digital
LinkedIn Function - Consulting;Information Technology;Management
LinkedIn Industry - Information Technology and Services;Management Consulting
LinkedIn Seniority Level - Associate