McKinsey’s Young Leaders Programme: Consulting Fellowship Opportunity for West African Graduates (Full-Time))
McKinsey & Company is committed to developing exceptional talent through its innovative programs. The Young Leaders Programme (YLP) offers recent graduates a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in consulting.
The Young Leaders Programme is a 1-year full-time fellowship consulting program in Lagos. As a YLP fellow, individuals will join McKinsey’s Lagos office and become key members of consulting teams, working directly with clients to drive impactful solutions. The program is designed for those passionate about consulting and eager to contribute to Africa’s growth, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the industry and emerge as future leaders.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Engagement: Collaborate in teams of 3-5 consultants, actively participating in all stages of client projects.
- Analysis & Recommendations: Gather and analyze data, develop and test hypotheses, and create actionable recommendations.
- Presentation & Implementation: Present findings to clients and work alongside client teams to implement recommendations.
- Skill Development: Receive top-tier training and ongoing coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.
Successful completion of the YLP may lead to a full-time business analyst role with the office, contingent upon performance.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: For West African graduates who have completed or are about to start their mandatory national youth service.
- Education: Undergraduate or master’s degree.
- Experience: Less than 3 years of work experience
- Achievements: Outstanding academic record and demonstrated leadership through extracurricular activities or work experience.
- Skills: Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities, effective communication of complex ideas in English (both verbally and in writing), and strong teamwork capabilities.
Interested in knowing more – register for our YLP Information session on August 6th.
Deadline: August 16th
Industries Served
- Agriculture
- Automotive & Assembly
- Capital Projects & Infrastructure
- Chemicals
- Consumer Packaged Goods
- Electric Power & Natural Gas
- Financial Services
- Healthcare Systems & Services
- High Tech
- Industrials & Electronics
- Infrastructure
- Life Sciences
- Media & Entertainment
- Metals & Mining
- Oil & Gas
- Paper & Forest Products
- Private Capital
- Public Sector
- Retail
- Semiconductors
- Social Sector
- Telecommunications
- Travel, Transport & Logistics
Embark on a transformative journey with the Young Leaders Programme and shape the future of consulting in Africa. Apply today to make an impact!
For more information, visit the website here.
