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How does the offer decision process work at Big 4?

Just had a super day interview with EY Digital Risk Consulting. How do they decide who to hire on their end? Is it based on interviewer’s decision after each interview? Or how does it work?

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Hagen
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on Oct 14, 2024
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Hi there,

First of all, congratulations on the progress in the application process with EY thus far!

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

  • First of all, as far as I know, the decision-making process is quite similar to most other consulting firms: the feedback from each of your interviewers is discussed together and a decision is reached that each of your interviewers can ultimately support.
  • Moreover, please keep in mind that there is nothing you can do at this stage other than wait for the outcome and apply to other consulting firms.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on your specific situation, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

Anonymous A
on Oct 15, 2024
Thank you for the response! What if one interviewer said no and the other one said yes? How will that work?
Hagen
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on Oct 16, 2024
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Of course, I'm always there to help! Well, as I said, each of your interviewers must ultimately be able to support the decision. If one of your interviewers is strongly against making you an offer, even after lengthy discussions, this would typically result in a rejection.
Alessa
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on Oct 13, 2024
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Hey! 

From my experience with friends who work at Big 4, after interviews, each interviewer provides feedback and scores based on predefined criteria such as technical skills, cultural fit, and problem-solving abilities. The hiring committee then reviews these evaluations to make a collective decision, rather than relying solely on individual interviewers’ opinions.

In many cases, there is also a final calibration process where the decisions are discussed among the hiring team to ensure consistency and fairness. Ultimately, the decision reflects a combination of interview performance, resume strength, and fit within the firm's culture and needs.

Good Luck! Alessa :)

Florian
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on Oct 14, 2024
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Hi there,

AFAIK, it works in the same way as for most other consulting firms.

Every interviewer needs to support the hiring decision which they base on their evaluation sheet and a discussion within the interviewer group.

If you went through a super day, you should know soon!

Fingers crossed!

Cheers,

Florian

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