Research Intern – Panorama Financial Institutions Insights &
Consulting (PFIC)
You will be based in our office in Nairobi,
Kenya as a member of our Panorama Financial Institutions Insights &
Consulting (PFIC) team.
PFIC is one of the largest knowledge and analytics teams globally and part of the Financial Institutions Group (FIG) practice, with ~250 members and a global footprint across 25+ locations, focusing on financial services domains, e.g., retail banking, corporate & investment banking, wealth & asset management, fintech and insurance.
When you join McKinsey, you are joining a firm
whose culture is distinctive and inclusive. In joining our PFIC team, we will
accelerate your development as a leader to create positive, enduring change in
the world.
As a research intern, your primary responsibilities
will involve collecting, analyzing and synthesizing information that serves as
critical inputs to client service teams, and developing expertise in a
particular industry/function.
You will be expected to possess and build on a
good understanding of industry trends/issues and have distinctive areas of
expertise within the scope of your field. At the end of the fellowship, if in
good standing, you will be eligible to apply for a full-time position at
McKinsey. You will build on the experience and network you have gained to apply
for an available role on a team you worked with during your fellowship, or
apply for other open roles you are interested in.
This is a 3 – 6 month internship whereby you
will be working 35 – 40 hours a week dependent on the work at hand.
At McKinsey, we are dedicated to building a firm
that attracts, develops and retains exceptional people. We value a respectful
work environment and are committed to inclusion. Our networks support our
people, providing a welcoming environment where mentorship and community create
an unparalleled sense of belonging and growth.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or postgraduate
degree in business management, commerce, mathematics, statistics or economics
Good understanding and
knowledge of banking concepts and financial products, and a basic understanding
of industry issues and competitive trends
Experience with core
Microsoft Office applications; advanced proficiency in Excel (data
manipulation, pivot tables, etc.) and MS Word is required
Entrepreneurial self-starter
who enjoys the challenges and rewards of research work in a dynamic and
changing environment
Willing to work in a
highly demanding and result-oriented team environment
Superior problem-solving
skills
Highly analytical with
excellent quantitative skills
Ability to work
independently as well as in a team
Strong written and verbal
communication skills
How to Apply
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