Hi everyone,
I’m curious about how the staffing system works at the main consulting firms (MBB and Big 4). I know some firms are international, while others are more regional, some give consultants room to choose projects while others follow a more top-down allocation approach.
What I’d really like to understand is how this works day to day. For example:
- Do consultants choose projects through a platform or by talking directly with their manager?
- Is there any kind of points or prioritization system?
- What kind of information do you get about a project before joining (client, location, scope, duration, etc.)?
- How much flexibility do you have to stay within your local office?
- Are consultants encouraged or steered toward specific types of projects or industries?
Any insights on how this looks in practice would be really appreciated.
Thanks!
