How Long Does it Take to Hear Back after Final Round Interviews?

Hi there,

There is no fixed timeline after a final-round interview. Many firms aim to share an outcome within a few business days to around one to two weeks, but it can take longer depending on interviewer availability, internal decision meetings, hiring demand, and the specific office.

Not hearing back immediately is not a reliable signal in either direction. If you have not received an update after around one to two weeks, it is completely appropriate to send your recruiter a short and polite follow-up. You can simply ask whether there is an estimated timeline for the decision — this is a normal part of the process, especially if you are managing other applications or deadlines.

While you wait, keep progressing with other applications and interviews rather than putting everything on hold. If you would like to understand more about how MBB recruiting decisions are made behind the scenes, this article may be helpful: MBB Hiring Hacks: Behind-the-Curtain Secrets.

Note: This question was asked some time ago, but waiting for final-round feedback is still a familiar situation for many candidates today.

Hi,

When I was an interviewer at MBB, we tried to get back to candidates within 1-2 weeks max. However sometimes things slip (e.g. interviewers are on crazy cases and just don't have time to complete evaluation forms).

I would wait max 2 weeks then follow up politely.

Hi,

It depends on how quickly the interviewers can meet do discuss your interview results, their staffing needs and your actual interview performance. 

For example, if you performed really well, your profile is relevant and you have another offer on hand, they'll try to be as quick as possible to reach out to you with an offer.

On the other hand, if your performance wasn't stellar, your profile is not a perfect match for their practice and their current staffing needs are low, they'll probably delay getting back to you or can even shelve the decision until a later date in the future.

Can be days, weeks, or even months in some cases.

Regards,
Nick

Hi there,

Could be same day. More likely it's after a few days/a week. Sometimes it can be weeks up to a month or two.

Sit tight, keep moving forward with your other interviews/applications, and they'll let you know once they've decided.

Fingers crossed!

Hi there,

Q: How long does it take to hear back after final round interviews?

In most cases offers are extended within a few days, but in other cases it takes longer.

If you don’t hear back within one week it is fine to follow up with HR.

Good luck!

Francesco

Hi!

Anything between the same day and 10 days is pretty normal. 

Anything longer than that gets a bit suspicious but doesn't necessarily spell out rejection. 

If it's been too long, do follow up with the recruiter and ask them for an update. Let them know that you're in the recruitment process with other firms as well and want visibility on the status of your application.

Good luck!
Cristian

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Hi,

It usually takes 1 to 3 weeks depending on the availability of HR and partners (eg @McKinsey it's a partner that calls you).

Cheers,

Alexandre

Hi there,

You can check how the recruiting process works from an internal MBB perspective here: https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/mbb-hiring-hacks-behind-the-curtain-secrets

Best,

Alberto

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