Just received offers from both firms in their London offices. Can't decide which one to join!
Heard RB is a bit smaller in London (80ppl). It traditionally focuses more on aerospace & PE. However, it is on a great growth trajectory and just hired several new partners in consumer goods to expand their industry focus. (heard it had a hard time growing because its more of a German firm)
EY-Parthenon is much bigger (300ppl), has a great culture and also more diversified in terms of industries. Also heard the London office is growing at +30%…
Top criteria for me to consider would be
1. mix of projects - heard RB focuses more on the “traditional” type of strategy consulting, whereas EY- P does a lot more due diligence, which is much more demanding and fast-paced…
2. culture and work life balance
3. exit options - is one more prestigious than the other?
They both seem like fantastic places to start off one's career and I am having a hard time deciding, would love to hear your insights!
Thank you very much for the detailed answer Pedro! It brings a new perspective on the difference in the nature of work in DD and strategy work. In terms of industry I think RB is trying to expand a lot more in consumer goods in London. I will for sure do more research in terms of the local office culture. I'm not planning on doing investment roles in the future, so in this light maybe RB makes more sense. But overall thanks again :) It brings clarity to the choice I'm going to make.