Resume screen rejection despite partner referral (McKinsey)

Hi there, 

But did you receive a rejection email? ‘Closed’ sound a bit confusing. You should reach to your recruiter / HR to understand what is the current status. If anything, I'd also ask them if they took into account your referral. 

Aside from this, it does sound like your CV has an issue of sorts. I'd get someone to review it to make sure you get in on the second attempt. 

Sorry to hear!

Best,

Cristian

Hello!

Sorry to hear about that, indeed that is bizarre after a referral. 

I would honestly reach out to the referrer candidly as you did here, and kindly follow up. It´s worth a shot because you have nothing to loose, and furthermore is truly an odd situation (so hopefully a mistake). 

Best of luck with that!

Clara

Hi there,

Sorry to hear about this.

Referrals help your odds (and Partner referrals drastically help your odds), but unfortunately nothing is ever a sure thing in this process.

Can you send me your resume? It might be that your background is not strong enough and/or your resume is not as good as it needs to be.

The times where I have seen this happen most frequently is when candidates have been rejected in the recent past by McKinsey. Had you applied to McKinsey prior to the partner referral?

It could also be that you do not meet the requirements for the role you applied for. A partner referral does usually mean an interview but the above two instances are common reasons for them to not proceed.

Hey there,

Unfortunately due to the current global situation and economic slowdown, McKinsey and others have started to slow down their hiring. 

The partner might have been well-meaning but was not aware of the hiring goals of HR.

All the best for the future!

Cheers,

Florian

Hi, I know it’s been a year. But were you eventually invited for the test or interview?