Alessandro
McKinsey Senior Engagement Manager | Interviewer Lead | 1,000+ real MBB interviews | 2026 Solve, PEI, AI-case specialist
Learn How to Structure any Case
McKinsey/ BCG/ Bain-style case study coach
Fit Interview and PEI Hacking
English, Indonesian, Italian
Indonesia (UTC +7)
USD 189 / h
McKinsey Senior Engagement Manager | Interviewer Lead | 1,000+ real MBB interviews | 2026 Solve, PEI, AI-case specialist
Learn How to Structure any Case
McKinsey/ BCG/ Bain-style case study coach
Fit Interview and PEI Hacking
USD 189 / h
Statistics
Consulting
10 Coachings
2,152 Q&A Upvotes
4 Awards
About Alessandro
Coaching Approach
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I am a McKinsey Senior Engagement Manager and Interviewer Lead with 10+ years in strategy consulting, and former Managing Director in startups and tech scale-ups.

Before joining McKinsey, I personally went through the full MBB recruiting process and received offers from all three firms. During my time at McKinsey, I interviewed and assessed hundreds candidates across entry-level, experienced hire, and senior profiles, and led interviewer training and calibration. This gave me a precise understanding of what drives pass versus fail decisions - not in theory, but in real interview rooms. This allows me to combine interviewer standards with targeted, practical coaching.

I specialize in:

  • Entry-level MBB interviews
  • Industry-to-consulting transitions
  • The full 2026 MBB selection process, including Solve, PEI, classic cases, and new AI-integrated case formats

My coaching is deliberately different from most PrepLounge profiles.

I do not teach frameworks, scripts, or “model answers”. I teach candidates how to think like consultants from a blank page, under pressure, with the same standards interviewers apply internally. Sessions are run as realistic interview simulations, with direct, honest feedback on structure, judgment, communication, and presence.

My background in startups and scale-ups matters because consulting interviews are not about being clever. They are about making decisions with imperfect data, prioritizing fast, and standing behind a recommendation. That is what I coach.

If you are looking for memorized templates, or guarantees, I am probably not the right coach.
If you want interviewer-level feedback and a realistic read on where you stand, I can help.

Most candidates fail consulting interviews not because they lack intelligence, but because they do not think, prioritize, and communicate like consultants under pressure.

My approach is simple and demanding. I train you to build case structures from a blank page, reason clearly with imperfect data, and deliver concise recommendations that interviewers trust. Sessions are run as realistic interview simulations, with direct feedback based on real MBB pass/fail standards.

The goal is not to look like a good candidate, but to be perceived as a future consultant.

ps: I use actual McK cases

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Feb 25, 2026
by Barbara
Interview Coaching
I had an excellent experience working with Alessandro. He gave me clear, actionable feedback on how to improve. What stood out most was how tailored the sessions were. Instead of generic advice, I received practical frameworks, communication tips, and drills specifically adapted to my level and target firm.
Feb 20, 2026
by Karthik
Interview Coaching
Ale conducted the fit and case interview in a highly structured way that closely simulated a real interview. He provided sharp insights into my approach to casing and shared a detailed document outlining areas for improvement. He also went well beyond the scheduled hour to make sure I fully understood his feedback, at no extra charge. Overall, it was a great experience.
Feb 13, 2026
by Luca
Interview Coaching
Working with Alessandro was a true game changer in my consulting interview preparation. He quickly identified my key improvement areas and tailored our sessions to address them in a structured and highly effective way. Beyond case practice, he helped me sharpen my problem structuring, quantitative approach, and communication, while also guiding me through the PEI with clear, actionable feedback. His insights were decisive in elevating my overall performance and confidence. He is actually very experienced in coaching and he really takes care of his students, I am confident that I entrusted a very important challenge to the right person.
Work Experience
Senior Engagement Manager
McKinsey & Company
2022 - 2026
Head of Growth and Special Projects
Grab
2021 - 2022
Managing Director
HappyFresh
2017 - 2020
Education
No degree
Università Bocconi
2014 - 2016
International Management,MBA
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