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Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2008 7:32 AM
Subject: Fw: Request to post Retail and Media&Entertainment positions

 


Dear Career Center,

I am the Team Assistant at the North American Knowledge Center (NAKC) which is McKinsey and Company's global research center in the US.  We are located outside of Boston.  While McKinsey & Company is a global consulting firm who focuses primarily on hiring consultants, we also have several opportunities for research roles - which are the supporting roles to these consultants both at NAKC and also with the industry/functional practices through the US.  

We would like to request your help to post two positions on your schools job website in order to reach your graduating seniors/graduate students, recent graduates and alumni.  We are open to the degree (either undergraduate or graduate) or program since there is a mix of junior level positions and more experienced hire candidates.  It really depends on the person's background, experience and interest, not just the academic degree.

Thanks for your help in advance.

Warm regards,
________________________________
Thaisha Guerrier
North America Knowledge Center
781-522-3261 (voice)
781-522-5761 (fax)

Media & Entertainment Research Analyst

Our Media & Entertainment Practice works with clients in a variety of industry sub-sectors including: Radio & Television Broadcasting, Publishing, Cable & Satellite, Recorded Music, Filmed Entertainment, Professional Sports, Interactive Entertainment, and Digital Media.

Our Media & Entertainment Research Group is looking for a Research Analyst, based in the New York office. The Research Analyst will assist consultants by collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and synthesizing facts that serve as critical inputs to client service teams. You will also leverage your media expertise to guide teams and provide insights and perspectives on a variety of topics. You will help define and develop service processes and contribute to building a successful knowledge management team with a distinctive service culture and community spirit.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Supporting client teams, clientele development efforts, and knowledge initiatives with targeted information, analyses, and insight through targeted written end-products and discussions
  • Acting as a thought partner and be a recognized resource of information and expertise on industry structure, players, dynamics and issues
  • Supporting current awareness building and other knowledge dissemination initiatives in the Practice and develop new knowledge in areas of expertise
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced deadline driven environment

Requirements Include:

  • Undergraduate degree from a respected institution (business or economics preferred) and a strong academic record
  • Minimum of two years of relevant industry experience, preferably in a research environment at a consulting or media company
  • Familiarity with and general and industry sources and databases (e.g., Simmons, NetRatings, Factiva, Thomson Research, etc.)
  • Solid understanding of economic, financial, and general business concepts and terminology
  • High levels of proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Service-oriented personality, team orientation, and professional attitude
  • Intellectual curiosity and an investigative mind

Visit our website below to learn more about the Media & Entertainment Practice:

http://www.mckinsey.com/clientservice/mediaentertainment/

 

How to apply:

To submit an application, click on the link for the Media & Entertainment Research Analyst role.  Please include a cover letter, indicating your specific interest in the role. 

http://www.mckinsey.com/careers/knowledge_center/opportunities/

 


     

Research Analyst – High Tech Practice

 

McKinsey & Company is a premier global management consulting firm that advises senior executives of the world’s leading companies on issues of strategy, operations, and technology.

 

McKinsey's High Tech Practice shapes the agenda of most of the global leaders in the High Tech industry, serving both large and small companies in: Aerospace and Defense, Semiconductors and Components, Enterprise Hardware, Data Communications Equipment, Industrial Technology, Consumer Electronics, Software and High Tech Services.  The High Tech Practice also provides deep functional expertise in Corporate Finance, Marketing and Sales, Operation, Organization, and Strategy to High Tech industry clients.

 

The High Tech Research Group is looking for a Research Analyst, based in the Dallas office. The High Tech Practice Research Analyst (RA) plays a key role in serving clients, working with McKinsey consultants to develop critical industry research to support client engagements. 

 

In collaboration with client service teams, the RA collects, analyzes, and synthesizes quantitative and qualitative industry data, interpreting findings into practical implications for client service teams.

 

Responsibilities include:

 

Client service team support:  The RA is responsible for working with client facing consultants to scope and prioritize research needs, identify key issues through discussions with requestors, and determine the most appropriate, cost-effective and timely research solutions. The RA gathers necessary raw data using a broad spectrum of sources, and organizes, analyzes, and synthesizes the findings into targeted and structured end products. These end products may be in the form of written summaries, MS Powerpoint exhibits, basic fact packs, and spreadsheets.

 

Knowledge development: The RA is expected to build a solid industry and/or functional knowledge base, developing an appropriately broad understanding of the relevant structure, players, and trends in specific topic area(s).  The RA also must become familiar with McKinsey’s institutional knowledge base and internal knowledge network. To help build expertise, the RA will develop basic fact packs, summaries, and assigned portions of larger documents.

 

Requirements include:

  • Solid intrinsic skills (e.g., analytics, synthesis, etc.) and a strong academic background. Some relevant work experience is preferred.
  • Good problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Solid understanding of financial, and general business concepts and terminology
  • Professional attitude and service orientation; team player
  • Strong IT skills, including proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and basic financial analysis packages
  • An undergraduate degree from a respected institution with demonstrated analytical expertise is required. For those without related work experience, an advanced degree is also required. Concentration or advanced work in a business-related discipline is a plus.
  • One to two years of relevant industry or research experience is required for those candidates who do not have an advanced degree.

 

Visit our website below to learn more about the High Tech Practice: http://www.mckinsey.com/clientservice/hightech/index.asp

 

How to apply:

To submit an application, click on the link for the High Tech Practice Research Analyst role.  Please include a cover letter, indicating your specific interest in the role.  http://www.mckinsey.com/careers/knowledge_center/opportunities/ 





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