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McKinsey Withdraw after PSG invitation

Hi, 

i got invited to solve McKinsey PSG, but I want to withdraw my application as I won’t be able to take that job where  my current life situation demands a work from home job, but I don’t want to ruin my chances of reapplying to McKinsey year from now since I passed the screening stage. if I email them to withdraw my app will I be able to reapply again 9-12 month from now? 

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Florian
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on Nov 14, 2022
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Hey there,

That is not a problem at all. 

As with everything that needs to be solved urgently and transparently, give the recruiter a call and explain your situation.

Cheers,

Florian

Mario
Coach
on Nov 12, 2022
Ex-Mckinsey (analyst->associate->manager) and now in tech (Bytedance) + Part time interview coach and mentor

Hi there,

McKinsey's application window typically closes for 2 years if you are rejected. However, given that you are considering withdrawing from the process (and for valid reasons), you can negotiate with the Talent team whether you can re-apply in 9-12 months. My guess is that there shouldn't be any issue if you formulate the context and the ask properly. 

 

As a next step, do schedule a call with the TA team (do not withdraw from the process by email before talking to the team). You need to explain, face to face (or on a video call) why you want to opt you and that you would be keen to reapply as soon as the circumstances get better. Once you get the broader greenlight from TA, send a thank you email to wrap this up nicely.

 

Mario

Anonymous A
on Nov 13, 2022
Hi Mario, Thanks for your reply. How can i reach the number of their local office to call, i just recieved the PSG invitation and no Contacts in the signature to reach out to.. and their website dont have local office numbers. Should i email my justification and request a call?
on Nov 13, 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi there,

Q: If I email them to withdraw my app will I be able to reapply again 9-12 month from now? 

This should be feasible, however I would recommend to call instead of sending an email, and if they agree then send an email to thank them to keep proof of the agreement in writing.

Alternatively, you may ask if you may continue the process and if you may have a deferred start in case they extend an offer.

Good luck!

Francesco 

Anonymous A
on Nov 13, 2022
There was no number in the PSG invitation email, I have applied for Egypt office online & couldn’t find any numbers in the contact us section, what is the best approach email them & ask for a call? Or state the reasons & offer my number to call for further clarification?
on Nov 13, 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching
Hi there, if you google McKinsey Cairo you can actually find the number online, I would call there. Best, Francesco
Emily
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on Nov 13, 2022
Ex McKinsey EM & interviewer (5 yrs) USA & UK| Coached / interviewed 300 +|Free 15 min intro| Stanford MBA|Non-trad

I'd recommend emailing the recruiting team to tell them that you've had a change in circumstances and won't be able to take a role with the firm this year and would like to withdraw. Talk through with them how you can remain on the system and how to start an application when you are ready.

Good luck!

Ian
Coach
on Nov 13, 2022
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi there,

I highly recommend you email/call them. Look to “defer” not withdraw. You can google/LinkedIn search their info.

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