Tech & AI Strategy Associate

McKinsey; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 173,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship & apprenticeship programs

Global network and collaboration

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

McKinsey & Company in the United States seeks a highly capable professional to join our client service team and own a workstream that tackles critical challenges for leading organizations. You’ll combine research, data analysis, interviews, and brainstorming to generate insights that drive lasting impact.

As part of a global community, you’ll collaborate with clients and McKinsey colleagues, advancing strategies and transformations while upholding our values and delivering measurable results

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge across technology domains listed.
• Ability to create product-focused materials (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Willingness to work beyond typical hours or on short notice.
• Excellent organizational skills with autonomy.
• Data-driven decision making and strong time management.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Strong verbal and written English communication; adapt to seniority levels.

Responsibilities

• Join a client service team and own a workstream to solve challenges for clients.
• Collaborate with clients and McKinsey colleagues to deliver insights and plans that drive change.
• Combine research, data analysis, interviews, and brainstorming to generate breakthrough solutions.
• Help clients deliver breakthrough products, experiences, and business improvements across tech and non-tech topics.

Skills

Technology knowledge

Product management

Software engineering

Data science

AI/ML

Cloud

IT strategy

IoT

Robotics

Big data

Analytics

Cyber security

Education

Advanced graduate degree (MBA, PhD)

Equivalent work experience

Job description

McKinsey & Company in the United States seeks a highly capable professional to join our client service team and own a workstream that tackles critical challenges for leading organizations. You’ll combine research, data analysis, interviews, and brainstorming to generate insights that drive lasting impact.

As part of a global community, you’ll collaborate with clients and McKinsey colleagues, advancing strategies and transformations while upholding our values and delivering measurable results