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Anonymous A

on Nov 28, 2024

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CV post-MBB experience

Hi all,

After close to 3 years at MBB, I am now searching for Strategy & Ops-related roles in the tech sector.

I have updated my CV and would much appreciate any feedback (have included an anonymised version). For my consulting experience, I long debated between listing key projects with few bullets each vs. summarising and highlighting key skills/achievements, and decided for the latter to avoid repetition and keep more concise.

Thanks in advance for any help! Hope this also helps other as I did not find that many resources on post-consulting CV building.

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Brian

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on Nov 30, 2024

3+ years in McKinsey as an Associate and JEM | Free intro calls | Interviewed 40+ CAs to Associates (MBA-level)

I'd recommend putting more quantifiable achievements in your secondment and 7 projects you listed; alot of what you mentioned are more BAU in nature. Nothing wrong with that, but backing up with achievements help bring more color and accomplishments

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Alberto

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on Nov 30, 2024

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Check out this article: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/consulting-resume

Additionally, many coaches on this platform offer resume review services. I recommend working with a coach to refine your resume, especially for such an important career move.

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Alberto

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Hagen

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edited on Dec 30, 2024

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Hi there,

First of all, congratulations on your career trajectory thus far!

I would be happy to share my thoughts on your resume:

First of all, I would highly advise you to read PrepLounge's Consulting Resume article for general advice.
Moreover, as the most experienced coach in terms of consulting, interviewing and coaching experience, I'd be more than happy to help you perfect your resume for your upcoming applications.

You can find more on this topic here: How to succeed in the final interview round.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare for your upcoming interviews, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

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