Advancy EMEA
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Introduction
Advancy offers a range of consulting services, from corporate strategy to private equity. With its team of more than 250 consultants, the firm has an entrepreneurial spirit to go along with its services, offering its clients the jumpstart and guidance their businesses need.
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Vault Verdict
If you’re looking to focus purely on strategy consulting and rapidly advance progress in your career and salary, Advancy Europe is a strong option. Insiders at the firm also love the friendly atmosphere among its consultants and the option to transfer to one of the firm’s offices in another part of Europe or North America.
Insiders at Advancy say the firm puts a lot of trust in its employees early on, but that can come with a lot of pressure. Employees say they work long hours, even for consulting, on interesting and challenging projects. They see their management team as effective but hard-charging, which can lead to feedback that sometimes comes off as harsh. This approach seems to work, though, as Advancy insiders say their firm has managed to successfully gro...
About the Company
Advancy was founded in 1999 by Eric de Bettignies, a former Kearney consultant. Since its inception, the company has grown to more than 250 management consultants based out of offices in France, North America, London, Germany, Australia, South Africa, and India. The company’s management structure consists of 10 managing partners, each of whom oversees a variety of industries, and its headquarters is located in Paris, France.
Advancy provides an array of services to its clients, including corporate strategy, marketing and sales, process efficiency, and private equity. Those looking to start a career in consulting with Advancy will find opportunities in many of its global locations. The company features an in-depth onboarding process, which includes on-the-job training, and access to a large network of experienced consultants.
Employee Reviews
- “The Advancy London office has about 25 employees. This human-sized office makes it super nice because you know, and work with, all of your colleagues. The office is dynamic, young and we often organize social events to spend time together outside of work hours.”
- “We work very extensive hours with a high level of pressure, but the work is challenging and interesting.”
- “We are evolving in a small and dynamic firm that is adapting to our requests.”
- “We have a nice, friendly culture among colleagues.”
Getting Hired Here
- “Advancy's process is composed of four interviews, with increasingly more senior people. The interview lasts one hour and is split between a fit part and a case study. We are looking for candidates with great analytical skills, problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively express their ideas into different categories.”
- “The firm has a standard hiring process. The interviews include one round with HR, then three case study rounds with people of increasing seniority. The company is looking for creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity.”
- “Advnacy’s hiring is a classic process, and it does not change from one office to another. The firm is very flexible on your start date, which is extremely important and differentiating. They look for graduates from top universities, with business or engineering degrees.”
- “The firm gives good feedback to candidates after each interview.”
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