McKinsey & Company

"Great benefits, overall I’m satisfied with the culture, however it is extremely hard to get promoted in my department (Finance). Women are told that there are only that many leadership positions, yet I constantly see men being promoted."

"Not sustainable to continue working here with a family or children"

"The opportunities are endless if you can put McKinsey on your cv - just really make sure that it's what you want or that the benefits outweigh the shit you're going to have go through. It's not even that men are making it difficult for you there; it's the other women in leadership positions both on the consulting track and non consultant. I can't even explain it; they make it harder for other women to succeed but are happy to bolster and support the men. It's so sad and you really need to have tough skin to cut it."

"The culture depends very heavily on always being "on" and available. This means working late nights every night, even without a clear deliverable need, and always self-promoting, such as how your weekend hobbies make you a better employee. I only knew of one female AP/Partner who had kids, and her family had a lot of hired help. The women who took a step back to work in-house roles at the firm were looked down on by the others. Overall, for a male or female, the culture is quite toxic. It is not surprising at all that McKinsey has been in the news recently for several large ethical failings. "

"It will catapult your career but the hours are brutal. "