Strategy&, Part of the PwC Network, EMEA
Dusseldorf 40474
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Strategy& is the strategy consulting business of PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers), one of the largest professional services networks in the world and one of the Big Four accounting firms. Combining strategy consulting expertise with the capabilities of the PwC network, Strategy& helps clients solve issues—from devising a corporate strategy to building capabilities by transforming functions and business units.
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Vault Verdict
Year after year, Strategy& consultants paint a consistent picture of their firm in our survey. Great opportunities with some of the biggest names in business? Check. Good compensation packages? Check. Thoughtful work-life balance initiatives, flexible working arrangements, and lots of learning and career progress opportunities? Check, check, and check.
In short, there’s very little reason not to give Strategy& a close look as part of your career search. Sure, the firm’s scale can be a little overwhelming for some, but it also opens up opportunities for international exposure and cross-industry work.
If there is a true drawback, it’s something that lies beyond the control of anyone except the very top execs at PwC: compliance requ...
About the Company
Strategy& is PwC’s global strategy consulting business formed through the acquisition of Booz & Company by PwC in 2014. Today, Strategy& is PwC’s global strategy consulting business, and brings more than 100 years of experience helping global clients solve their toughest problems. To support its clients, Strategy& places a heavy emphasis on foresight and innovative thinking as well as a collaborative approach—a trait that goes all the way back to founder Edwin Booz.
As the only at-scale strategy business that’s part of a global professional services network, Strategy& embeds its strategy capabilities with frontline teams across PwC to support clients from strategy to execution. The result is an authentic strategy process powerful enough to capture possibility, while pragmatic enough to ensure...
Employee Reviews
- “An extremely diverse exposure to experiences and different projects across the MEA region.”
- “Focus on practical strategy. The firm does not believe in leaving ‘studies’ with clients. With the access to the PwC network, the firm is able to truly differentiate its strategy offering by complementing it with implementation capabilities.”
- “High flexibility in choosing your individual path and trying out industries/topics that you have never worked on before (partners won’t block you just because you have no expertise in the area).”
- “Strong cohesive community of strategists bringing lasting change.”
- “This firm offers unique culture. The assessment system and promotion system foster friendly behavior between colleagues. We are working together with our clients to make a difference and to reimagine the possible. We act with integrity and we care.”
Getting Hired Here
- “Excellent process, very personal. …“
- “Quick and efficient process. Ideal Candidate Profile: analytical proficiency, cultural fit, problem solving, team player, adaptability, out-of-the-box thinking, communication skills.”
- “The firm is seeking entrepreneurial, collaborative, and motivated individuals. Candidates get callbacks from Partners informing them of the outcome of the interviews.”
- “The interview process consisted of 2 case interviews in round 1, conducted by 2 partners. The call back was fairly quick, within a week or so. The final round had 2 case interviews with 2 partners. The final decision was also communicated within a week or so.”
- “Very quick response rate, as acknowledged by recruits on online platforms with first call to clarify next steps, then interviews with case studies and then offer to join.”
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