Associate - Tech & AI

McKinsey & Company; Lisboa; Presencial; EUR 60 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

McKinsey & Company seeks a seasoned technology consultant to drive AI-enabled transformations. You will own a project workstream, collaborate with clients to deliver scalable value, and design solutions for strategic challenges.

The role emphasizes on-site client work, deep data insights, and practical, innovative outcomes. You will develop AI-driven solutions, modernize technology infrastructures, and contribute to continuous improvement across industries.

Qualificações

• Advanced university degree in a technical, scientific, or business/economics discipline.
• 4+ years of professional experience in the technology sector or AI/digital transformation roles.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for data‑driven decisions and structured reasoning.
• Outstanding academic and professional track record.
• Ability to develop high‑quality project materials such as PowerPoint presentations and Excel models.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities; autonomous work capability.

Responsabilidades

• Own a project workstream and collaborate with clients to create scalable value through technology and AI.
• Design solutions addressing strategic challenges and drive long‑term transformations.
• Work on-site with clients to maximize data and AI potential and execute complex transformations.
• Develop AI‑driven solutions and modernize technology infrastructures.
• Collaborate with McKinsey teams to generate insights and design innovative solutions.
• Contribute to sustaining innovation and continuous improvement after project completion.

Conhecimentos

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Strong communication

Adaptability

Formação académica

Advanced degree in technical/scientific or business discipline

Ferramentas

PowerPoint

Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Who You'll Work With

Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high-performance, high-reward culture—doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won't find anywhere else.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, helps you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We encourage diverse perspectives, which are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. You'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• World‑class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well‑being for you and your family.

Your Impact

You will join a consulting team and take ownership of a specific project workstream. You will work closely with our clients to create scalable value through technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Our clients include some of the world's most influential organizations, ranging from large global corporations to innovative start‑ups.

You will tackle significant challenges while accelerating your professional growth. You will design solutions for today's most critical strategic challenges, driving long‑term transformations. You will work side‑by‑side on‑site with our clients, helping them maximize the potential of data and AI to solve critical business problems, refine their strategies, and execute complex transformations.

You will develop AI‑driven solutions, modernize technology infrastructures, optimize and automate processes, drive digital growth, and empower teams to effectively adopt AI and digital technologies.

Together with your clients and McKinsey colleagues, you will combine research, data analysis, interviews, and ideation sessions to generate valuable insights and design innovative solutions.

By equipping our clients with the right tools and capabilities, you ensure our projects continue to drive innovation and continuous improvement long after completion, creating a lasting impact.

You will contribute to McKinsey's purpose of making a meaningful difference across industries and society as a whole.

Your Qualifications and Skills

• Advanced university degree in a technical, scientific, or business/economics discipline.
• 4+ years of professional experience in the technology sector or specialized technology, Artificial Intelligence, or digital transformation roles within other industries.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for data‑driven, fact‑based decision making and structured logical reasoning.
• Outstanding academic and professional track record, with notable achievements both within and outside of studies.
• Ability to develop high‑quality project materials such as PowerPoint presentations, Excel models, articles, or other high‑impact written documents.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities, including the capacity to approach and complete tasks autonomously.
• 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).
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with excellent fluency in both Spanish and English.