Specialist, External Capabilities and Insights
McKinsey & Company
Specialist, External Capabilities and Insights
Job ID: 95147
Join a highly dynamic team of professionals managing a portfolio of external resources that power client service across the firm. The External Capabilities and Insights (eC&I) team serves as a Center of Excellence, supporting Client Service Teams (CSTs) and Practices through Strategic Category Management, Risk mitigation and Optimized resource management.
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- Undergraduate degree ; MBA or advanced degree preferred
- 5+ years of experience in consulting, research, resource management, or a related field
- Proven ability to engage and influence senior leaders as a peer, working across multiple functions and stakeholders in a complex organization
- Experience in a knowledge-related function, with an understanding of data, information services, and third-party contracting risks (preferred)
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and project management skills, with a strategic and analytical mindset
- Entrepreneurial spirit – Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing multiple priorities
- Global experience navigating large organizations, managing budgets, performance metrics, and vendor negotiations
FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. For new joiners for this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, a reasonable estimated range is $138,400 - $142,100 USD —to help you understand what you can expect. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest [salary/hourly wages] for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors like your office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our current organizational needs all play a part in determining the final figure. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance.
Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off.
FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites.
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Job Skill Code - RPS - Relationship Portfolio Specialist
Function - Firm Administration
Industry - Private Capital
Post to LinkedIn - Yes
Posted to LinkedIn Date - Wed Mar 05 00:00:00 GMT 2025
LinkedIn Posting City - Boston
LinkedIn Posting State/Province - Massachusetts
LinkedIn Posting Country - United States
LinkedIn Job Title - Specialist, External Capabilities and Insights
LinkedIn Function - Strategy / Planning
LinkedIn Industry - Management Consulting
LinkedIn Seniority Level - Associate