Business Analyst

MCKINSEY & COMPANY, INC., IRELAND; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinsey & Company in Dublin seeks an entry-level Business Analyst to own a client workstream, solve tough challenges, and drive changemaking strategies. You will work with Fortune 500 clients and innovative startups, leveraging research, data analysis, and interviews to uncover true issues and craft actionable plans.

You will collaborate closely with clients and colleagues, translating insights into practical recommendations and transformations while upholding McKinsey's values and impact.

Qualifications

• Typically, an undergraduate degree with less than 4 years of work experience.
• Excellent organization capabilities to initiate and complete tasks independently.
• Strong communication skills, in English and local language where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Own a workstream within a client service team to address challenging problems.
• Collaborate with clients and McKinsey colleagues to generate insights and actionable plans.
• Develop materials and deliverables (PowerPoint decks, Excel models) to communicate findings.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Deliverables

Time management

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

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Application Details

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Job Description

YOUR IMPACTAs a business analyst, you will join a client service team and take ownership of a workstream to solve some of the toughest challenges our clients face.And these aren’t just any clients—they're some of the most influential organizations around, from Fortune 500 giants to innovative startups. We will expect you to go the extra mile, delivering solutions that solve immediate problems and drive long-term change. And we’ll rely on your judgment and integrity to ensure our recommendations are effective and long-lasting.You will take on a role that goes beyond advising. You’ll be at the heart of the action—helping to uncover the true challenges behind a client’s strategy and creating actionable plans that drive real change. Working alongside clients and other McKinsey colleagues, you’ll combine research, analyzing data, interviews, and brainstorming to generate fresh insights and breakthrough solutions. Your commitment to our values will be crucial in earning our clients' trust and delivering results that matter.As you collaborate directly with clients, you’ll help them solve problems, refine strategies, and implement transformations. By equipping them with the tools and knowledge to continue innovating and improving after we’ve left, you’ll ensure the impact of our work endures. In doing so, you’ll uphold McKinsey’s commitment to making a meaningful difference in the industries and communities we serve.YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSTypically, an undergraduate degree with less than 4 years of work experience; Requirements may vary by country or practice.Excellent organization capabilities, including the ability to initiate tasks independently and see them through to completion.Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and local office language(s), with the ability to adjust your style to suit different perspectives and seniority levels.Proficient in rational decision making based on data, facts, and logical reasoning.Ability to create work product-focused materials / outputs, which may include PowerPoint decks, Excel models, articles, or other written deliverables.Exceptional time management to meet your responsibilities in a complex and largely autonomous work environment.Ability to work or attend meetings outside of traditional business hours or take on projects with limited or no notice at times.Ability to travel to and work in varying environments that may be challenging and/or not accessible (e.g., factories, hospitals, mines).ADDITIONAL DETAILSCompany: McKinsey & CompanyWorking hours: 37.5 per weekLocation: Dublin

• Sector: professional, scientific and technical activities

Career Level

• Entry Level