Sample cover letter for Full Time position at mCKINSEY

Dear Sir,

I had read that Mckinsey regularly scouts talents to partner with in delivering value to its clients. This was further confirmed during a discussion with XXXXX, an associate at your firm. He shared some of his experiences in helping clients build new capabilities, improve efficiencies and enhance effectiveness especially in the challenging but budding African business environment. He further highlighted that Mckinsey leverages on knowledge to provide innovative and sustainable solutions for clients which aligns with my career goals and previous experience. This has thus reinforced my passion for this field and my entrepreneurial spirit. Therefore I am applying for a Associate Position at your firm.

As an engineer by training and based on my PhD experience, I believe that I possess strong analytical skills and problem solving skills enabling me break down critical issues in order to provide solutions to client’s challenges. This is evident in my work with XXXX, where I was responsible for developing a strategic plan to manage trading members of the XXXX. The deliverables (maintenance schedule and in house training manual) led to the achievement of a 50% drop in customer complaints, a 20% reduction in waste as well as a reduction in hiring costs.

In my work with the XXX, I have been privileged, in addition to teaching and research, to contribute to the growth of businesses through work with the consulting unit. The skills utilized here has prepared me for advanced business writing, conducting market research and analysing market behaviour. I am confident Mckinsey & Company will find my contribution to the organization valuable.

I enjoy working with teams and have held several leadership positions within my various activities. I have served as the Forum lead for the operations management research forum and co-chair of the PhD Colloquium. My team can attest to my ability to motivate people individually and collectively to work as a unit towards the common goal.

I believe my education, work experience and leadership abilities make me a strong candidate for the Consultant position. I am excited to learn more about the Mckinsey and look forward to the opportunity to discuss this position with you. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to meeting with you soon.

Sincerely,