Consultant - Operations Excellence Program

McKinsey & Company

London

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuous learning opportunities

Global community exposure

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in London is looking for a Consultant in their Operations Excellence Program. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree, has a strong operational background, and is eager to impact clients through innovative solutions. This full-time role emphasizes professional development, diverse team collaboration, and problem-solving in various industries, while offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

Exceptional academics required.
Initial experience in lean manufacturing/services.
Proven leadership in work/extracurricular activities.
Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

Solve problems for clients through analyses and recommendations.
Gain leading edge operations and consultancy skills.
Participate in functional training and knowledge development.
Drive client engagement as part of the Operations Excellence Program.

Skills

Operational topics expertise

Analytical problem-solving

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Mobility for European assignments

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

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Who You'll Work With
Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is challenging work. You are someone who thrives in a high-performance, high-reward culture—embracing hard tasks, resilience in setbacks, and persistence in finding solutions.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we offer resources, mentorship, and opportunities to accelerate your leadership development. Our colleagues are deeply invested in your growth, providing apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure to enhance your skills uniquely.

When you join us, you will have:

Continuous learning: Our culture promotes growth through structured programs, feedback, and a fast-paced learning environment where you own your development.
A voice that matters: Your ideas and contributions are valued from day one, impacting our work and outcomes.
Global community: Collaborate with colleagues from 65+ countries and over 100 nationalities, fostering diversity and creativity.
World-class benefits: Competitive salary based on location, experience, and skills, plus comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being.

Your Impact
As a participant in our two-year Operations Excellence Program (OEP), you will engage in client work similar to other McKinsey consultants, focusing on problem-solving, analysis, and recommendations. You will develop operational and consulting skills through on-the-job coaching and structured training in areas such as manufacturing, product development, purchasing, or supply chain management.

Upon completing the program, successful consultants join our global network of operational excellence experts. You will be based in one of our European offices, working across industries and service lines to help clients achieve operational excellence.

Please submit your application in English, including your CV and transcripts (high school, university, etc.), with all relevant grades.

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Your Qualifications and Skills

Master’s degree and exceptional academic record
Experience in operational topics (e.g., lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Industry 4.0, process optimization)
Leadership experience in work or extracurricular activities
Willingness to undertake European assignments during the work week
Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
Effective communicator in English and local language, both verbally and in writing

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