Partner or Associate Partner for Referral?

An AP referral would have the same weight as a P referral, so go with the fitting profile.

Ken surely has more experience than I on the referral process at McKinsey - just from my own experience and that of many candidates I've worked with - I would disagree with him on the benefit of a referral. At most companies a referral not only guarantees that a recruiter looks at your documents, but it all but guarantees an interview invitation (unless your profile is really a far stretch).

Referrals do NOT directly increase your chances of an interview. It will only increase the chances and the time a recruiter will spend screening your CV.

Hi, I confirm Associate Partner is great for a referral. I would also look at engagement managers

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Antonello

Hello!

Both AP or partner would be great.

Also, be conscious that this does not guarantee anything -only that recruiting will look into your CV.

Cheers,

Clara

Hi there,

You're absolutely overcomplicating this and getting too nuanced! A referral is a fantastic thing. Period. I would be happy with a referral from a Consultant, let alone an AP/Partner.

You're essentially asking "Is it better to get a referral from the CEO or the CFO?"

Just get the referral!

If you have a good relationship with the AP, make sure to leverage that! If they're willing to refer you, that's absolutely fantastic. If you can't get supported by the AP, THEN reach out to the Partner (but it sounds like this AP would have every intention of referring you?)

Hi,

I think you are overcomplicating it. It will not be a game changes if it is a Partner instead of an AP. Moreover - it's better yo have an AP to whom you can reach out, than a busy partner

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Hello!

There is almost no difference between AP and P when it comes to referrals, so you shouldn't look for somebody else, you would have the same chances of getting invited to the interview with either of them. You have managed to find a great target, well done!

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