Kearney Australia

Question

Hi,

Would love to get some advice:

1. What's the interview process like for an ex-MBB consultant interviewing for Kearney manager role? Are case interviews involved or would it be more of a fit interview?

2. How is the lifestyle of Kearney Australia compared to MBB Australia?

Thanks!

Answer 1

All consulting interviews will involve casing, you will need to brush up on casing skills regardless of where you apply.

Wish you the best,

Udayan

Answer 2

Hi there,

Interview process: Even for ex-MBB candidates applying to a manager role at Kearney, expect a structured process with both case and fit interviews. At manager level, cases are often less about drilling math and more about how you structure ambiguous problems, lead teams, and draw insights. They may also test your ability to drive a client conversation, not just solve the case. Fit interviews will dig into leadership, client management, and reasons for moving. You shouldn’t assume it will be purely conversational—case prep is still necessary.
Lifestyle at Kearney Australia vs MBB: Generally, Kearney has a reputation for being a notch more balanced than MBB in Australia, though this can vary by office and project. Hours can still be intense (common in consulting), but the culture is often described as slightly less “up or out” and with more emphasis on sustainability and collegiality. Compensation is typically competitive but a step below MBB. In short: still demanding, but a bit more manageable on average compared to MBB.

Best,
Evelina