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Bain Experienced Hires

Does anyone know when Bain will be open for experienced hire applications?

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Lilit
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on Oct 16, 2023
Ex Associate Partner at Bain| ex EY-Parthenon|5+ yrs of coaching | Personalised approach; detailed & actionable feedback

Hi there,

With some exceptions such as Middle East, I don't think the experience hire recruitment will start anytime sooner than January, but depends on the market developments.

Lilit

Marc
Coach
on Oct 15, 2023
I am a Consultant at Bain & Company and incoming MBA student at INSEAD with prior experience on recruiting interviews

Hello, it depends on the region where you're applying. Typically, Bain doesn't restrict the application process to certain months. The process is generally open year-round and there are several intake cohorts for joining the company. 

Anonymous A
on Oct 16, 2023
I’m applying to the London office. If you look at their website, it says that applications are closed for experienced hires.
Marc
Coach
on Oct 16, 2023
I am a Consultant at Bain & Company and incoming MBA student at INSEAD with prior experience on recruiting interviews
If you want, send me a LinkedIn message and I'll try to reach the London office to see what I can do.

Best,
Marc
Ian
Coach
edited on Oct 16, 2023
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi there,

Pretty important to indicate role + region when asking this type of question!

That said, in general, Bain is really limiting hiring.

I see another answer here that indicates Bain is hiring experienced hires in the Middle East. From a direct source, my information tells me this is not the case.

From what I'm hearing around pipelines/expectations, beginning of next year *should* start picking up.

Remember, networking is critical not just for getting intel/info on timelines but also in greatly increasing your chances of getting invited to interview:

https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/how-to-get-a-consulting-internship-tips-and-tricks

https://www.preplounge.com/en/articles/application-tracker

on Oct 16, 2023
#1 rated McKinsey Coach | top MBB coach

Hi there!

No idea. The only people who know are the recruiters. Sometimes even they don't have sufficient visibility. 

I'd still reach out if I were you and ask them for an update. 

In the meantime, try to identify other firms and roles that would be relevant for you. Here's how to build this sort of application strategy that enables you to minimise risk:


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Cristian

on Oct 17, 2023
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi there,

Q: Does anyone know when Bain will be open for experienced hire applications?

This depends on the region you are targeting and the role you are applying to. In general, the best way to know this is to find someone internally who can refer you and update you on the recruiting situation.

You can find some tips on referrals below:

How to Get an MBB Invitation

Best,

Francesco

Alberto
Coach
on Oct 17, 2023
Ex-McKinsey AP | Training top candidates to perform at MBB level and win the offer

Hi there,

Probably the most efficient way to know this is networking with Bain consultants in the region you'll like to apply to get some information.

Good luck!

Alberto

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on Oct 16, 2023
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What's your regional interest?

Anonymous A
on Oct 16, 2023
I’m looking to apply to the London office as an Associate consultant. I already have 2 years in a consulting firm and 2 years in industry
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