Campus Recruiter

Location Washington DC

YOUR IMPACT

Leading recruiting efforts on‑campus to attract distinctive talent to McKinsey & Company. Collaboration with consultants and leaders affiliated with the sources to guide the recruiting strategy and execution at those schools to deliver on our overall recruiting priorities. Based in our Washington, D.C. office as part of our North America campus recruiting team, ensuring we hire the best talent to meet the office’s hiring needs by collaborating with consultants and leaders to lead the recruiting strategy and execution for the office. Collaborating with Partners, Professional Development and other office leaders to develop and lead recruiting strategy for the location; building and maintaining peer‑based relationships with leaders; partnering with consultants, source recruiters, and other recruiting community members to plan and execute all aspects of core recruiting efforts, including attraction, assessment, cultivation and onboarding. Providing end‑to‑end management of the candidate through their progression in the recruiting process, including interview scheduling, responding to general questions, generating offer letters, planning, designing and executing tailored cultivation and onboarding strategies. Building strong relationships with candidates to understand decision‑making criteria and provide counsel. Developing location‑specific messaging and value proposition to attract top talent to the location while understanding the competitive landscape and what makes it unique and distinctive. Planning and executing attraction and cultivation events (e.g., location presentations, small group events, interview days, dinners, office visits). Leading and owning the Summer Internship program for the location, including individual and cohort‑based events. Working with the North America recruiting team to continue to innovate our recruiting practices. Conducting year‑end analysis on recruiting results and developing recommendations for improvements; ensuring accurate and timely candidate data updates within appropriate recruiting tools. Taking on additional responsibilities and special projects throughout the year and/or as they arise. Managing all aspects of firm recruiting efforts on‑campus, working with consultants to develop and execute recruiting strategy for top talent. Planning and executing campus events (e.g., large presentations, small group events, interview workshops) while managing overall source recruiting budget, staffing consultants and attending events. Serving as primary contact and counselor for candidates throughout the identification, attraction and early assessment stages; highly responsive to their needs and inquiries; leading candidate screening efforts and selection discussions for sources. Developing annual analysis of results against historical and competitive benchmarks; identifying strategies to improve recruiting initiatives. Assisting with candidate cultivation to include planning and executing events; identifying consultants who can support candidates’ decision drivers; developing creative, personalized strategies. Managing a high volume of online applications; processing and tracking applications; monitoring candidate assessment results and updating candidate management database. Working with broader recruiting team to continue to innovate McKinsey’s recruiting strategy.

YOUR GROWTH

You are someone who thrives in a high‑performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well‑rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. Continuous learning : Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace a fast‑paced learning experience, owning your journey. A voice that matters : From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes. Global community : With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Exceptional benefits : In addition to a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well‑being for you and your family.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

University degree required 2+ years of recruiting experience, with a preference for experience in hiring for professional services and/or technical roles Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; growth mindset and willingness to dive in where priorities require leadership Strong strategic thinker—ability to see and manage the big picture while driving impact on specific initiatives Strong analytical ability, including high degree of comfort with Excel & PowerPoint Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills with the ability to build great relationships with candidates, consultants at all levels, and recruiting colleagues Proactive problem solver capable of identifying issues and generating solutions; desire and energy to continuously improve recruiting processes Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple streams of work independently; close attention to detail Demonstrated initiative, judgment and maturity; track record as a self‑starter; mindful of external reputation; discreet, respectful and caring with confidential information Flexibility to deal with last minute changes; ability to remain calm under pressure; comfortable working with minimal direction and flexibility to work overtime as required Ability to have flexible schedule and travel to campus as needed Ability to look beyond own responsibilities to help team members with time‑sensitive deadlines as needed Salary & Benefits Salary range for new joiners in this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, is $90,400 – $113,000 USD gross per year. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest wages for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start. Actual salaries may vary depending on office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our organizational needs. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey’s discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off. EEO Statement FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. FOR NON‑U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites. #J-18808-Ljbffr McKinsey & Company