Is non-compete an issue at McK?

I would also advice to bring this up and mention directly that you have the firm partner's ok and that it is not an issue. It really should not be a problem for McKinsey, I would expect them to be very professional about this. If anything, they should help you handle it.

Usually there is a timeframe to the non-compete.  It may delay your start date but it shouldn't impact whether you can join or not.  I would clarify with your former employer and then discuss openly with McKinsey.  Rest assured, McKinsey is not going to just let talent walk out the door!

Hello!

I wouldn´t worry too much about it tbh. What is the timeframe for it?

Given that it´s an internship, and the word of the partner that they would never enforce it… I think you are totally safe, and I wouldn´t bring it up, since it can create an issue where currently there isn´t one. 

Hope it helps!

Cheers, 

Clara

Hi there,

Congratulations on the offer! Noncompete should have a timeline, otherwise the clause should be void in most jurisdictions.

If you notify McKinsey, the worst that could happen is that they may delay your start to match the end of the non-compete. However, given you have written proof that the non-compete won’t be enforced, that should not be a problem. 

If at McKinsey they do say the clause is a problem, I would expect that your former employer could agree to terminate the clause earlier (they have no incentives to create issues to you as they don’t really get any benefit from it and they already said they won't apply it).

Hope this helps,

Francesco

I don't see an issue here. Particularly if you have proof that the non-compete will not be enforced. Sure, raise it to them, but I don't see howcome this will become an issue.

Remember, Mckinsey wants you to work for them, they spend a ton of resources finding the right people, they are even ok with waiting 6 months for someone to start, just because they want to secure the talent… don't worry too much about it. ;)

Hi there,

Don't worry, you're ok here! You need to disclose your situation to both employers and just make them aware. Just make sure you don't jump onto a project with the new employer on the same client.

Hey there,
 

I wouldn't worry! You have the letter of the Partner, which is really good. Also, you should consider reaching out to HR from your previous intern company to wave the clause if the non-compete is in fact still intact (is it and if so, for how long?).

I would, however, absolutely bring this up with McKinsey as you suggest. That's because they often run thorough background checks and may contact HR from your previous company. Hence, transparency is important!

Hope this helps! Best of luck!

Not an issue at all