OC&C case prep

Hi Fergus, here is a short high level summary from what I can quickly gather as I'm well-versed in the UK consulting landscape: 

My view is that OC&C London is a well-regarded pure strategy boutique, known for its intellectual rigor and focus on consumer, retail, and automotive sectors. It’s not just about business intuition — they’re known for pushing candidates on logic, structured thinking, and clarity under pressure. Based on info from previous rounds from folks I've worked with:

• First Round: Two 45-minute case interviews with Managers or Associate Partners, held virtually via MS Teams.
• Second Round: Two additional 45-minute interviews with Partners, also via video conference.
• Both rounds are case-heavy — don’t expect separate fit interviews, but communication and personal clarity will still be assessed. That said, it's always good to have solid fit fundamentals.

Here is how you can stand out in the process:

• Extremely sharp, top-down thinkers — they place a premium on raw analytical ability and clarity of logic.
• Case questions often test market sizing, profitability, and strategic prioritization, but they may use non-traditional or abstract case formats to push your reasoning.
• Industry knowledge isn’t required, but if you know consumer/retail/automotive, you’ll have an edge.

If you're looking for a coach who understands that bar — not just for casing, but for OC&C’s specific expectations — happy to discuss. A few sessions targeted around fast, structured problem-solving and clear synthesis under partner pressure can go a long way.

Hope it helps!

I am aware of their interview process. Feel free to reach out, I would be happy to support you.

Hi Fergus, 

I've had candidates interviewing with OC&C previously, so if you need help do drop me a line. 

Best,
Cristian

hey Fergus :)

For OC&C case prep, focus on profitability, market entry, and commercial strategy cases, they’re very data-driven and structured. Having a coach who knows the London office specifics is ideal, but even generic MBB-style prep works if they can help you practice frameworks, mental math, and hypothesis-driven thinking. You can reach out to ex-OC&C consultants on LinkedIn or platforms like here on PrepLounge to find someone familiar with their interview style.

best, Alessa :)