Would MBB be understanding of my disability needs?

Question

I am interested in joining MBB and if unsuccessful other management consultancies. I hope to live in central London. The only thing is I have a mild physical disability (registered as disabled by the government). Would MBB be understanding and would the following be considered 'reasonable accommodations':

Minimal travel - I am happy to travel sometimes (maybe 1-2 weeks per month Max), but would struggle to travel for 2/3 days every week to client sites outside London. Do you think MBB would staff me on more local projects to account for my difficulties here?
Adjusted hours - consulting involves very long hours and most days I can work these hours. Occasionally if my conditions flare up I may not be able to stay late after 7pm. Would they be understanding of this?

Answer 1

Hi.

100% - teams will accommodate (they are considerate and caring in general).

With regards to travel, that might be client specific, hard to tell categorically, but please do not hesitate to apply. There's a place for everyone at the Firm!

A great friend and colleague of mine made slides with just his left hand (right hand disability) and went from Associate to Associate Partner in 3 years at McKinsey.

Lastly, there is also an option to work at 80% (meaning 4 days a week) - these are options you can always discuss

Worry not - There is a place for everyone at the Firm (if you want to make it happen!)

Good luck
Jimmy Joy
(I spent 7 years at McKinsey Brussels, until leaving as an AP three months ago)