Strategy Manager - Accenture ATIOS vs Senior Consultant - Monitor Deloitte

Hi there,

I understand your dilemma, and if I understood you right,  it's great that you have offers from both Accenture ATIOS and Monitor Deloitte- Congrats! :). Here's some information that might help you make an informed decision:

ATIOS is known for its collaborative and innovative culture, particularly within the energy and commodities sectors. The team often works on projects related to trading, investment, and optimization strategies. You'll likely be involved in high-impact projects focusing on energy transition and sustainability, which seems to align well with your background.

Working at ATIOS can open doors to roles in strategy and operations at Fortune 500 companies, startups, and large tech firms. The brand is well-regarded, especially in the energy sector

The fast track to Manager within a year at Monitor Deloitte does seem like a significant advantage. It indicates a clear path for career progression and leadership opportunities. Monitor Deloitte is known for its strategic consulting work across various industries, including energy and sustainability. The projects are diverse and can provide a broad consulting experience

Deloitte's brand is strong globally, and experience here can lead to senior roles in various industries, including energy, sustainability, and beyond.

Given your background in energy transition and sustainability, both firms offer appealing opportunities. If you value a specialized focus on energy and commodities, ATIOS might be the better fit. However, if rapid career progression and a broader consulting experience are more important, Monitor Deloitte could be the way to go.

Good luck with your decision, and feel free to reach out if you have more questions!

I see several conflicting priorities in your text:

1. Career path with a mention of fast-track promotion to Manager (by the way, don’t take promises for granted unless they’re written in a contract)

2. Knowledge focus on energy

3. Future exits

What would be your list of priorities? What kind of future exits would you like to consider? In what timeframe and industry? Structuring your thought process around these questions will help you make a more informed decision.

Best,

Alberto

Hi there,

First of all, congratulations on the offers!

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

• I would highly advise you to opt for the option that better aligns with your professional (and maybe even personal) mid- to long-term goals. In order to make an informed decision, I would advise you to do the following:
  • Weigh the different criteria that are meaningful to you independently of the current options (e.g., industry focus, exit opportunities, culture, location, compensation). After that, score the two options based on your criteria and their weighting, resulting in two scores. This way, you have covered the left-brain perspective.
  • Critically assess your initial reaction to the outcome of the scores. For instance, if you feel the urge to tweak the numbers, this is a solid indicator that you do not want this decision to become reality. This way, you have covered the right-brain perspective.
  • By doing so, you will be able to integrate both parts of the brain into the decision-making, guaranteeing a higher chance that you will still be happy with it years later.

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

Best,

Hagen