Overview
- Managers in non-client-facing functions have been told to plan for reductions of about 10% in some areas, a move that could total several thousand roles.
- A spokesperson said the review reflects rapid advances in AI and a push to boost the effectiveness and efficiency of support functions.
- Discussions are at an early stage with no final decisions on scope or country-by-country impact.
- McKinsey expects to keep adding client-deployed consultants while rethinking and shrinking center-based operations.
- The firm’s workforce rose from roughly 17,000 in 2012 to near 45,000 before falling to around 40,000, revenues have hovered at $15–16 billion, prior cuts included about 1,400 roles in 2023 and some 200 tech jobs last month, and rivals across consulting have also reduced staff as demand softens.