McKinsey & Company Private Equity & Principal Investors Practice
About Private Equity & Principal Investors
Private equity encompasses PE firms, venture capital, hedge funds, sovereign wealth funds, and family offices. Work involves due diligence, portfolio company value creation, and investment strategy.
Sub-sectors
Current Hot Topics
- •AI and technology-enabled value creation
- •ESG integration in due diligence
- •Rising interest rates impact on valuations
- •Continuation funds and GP-led secondaries
- •Add-on acquisition strategies
- •Operating partner model evolution
McKinsey's Position in Private Equity
McKinsey is a recognized leader in Private Equity consulting. The firm has built a large team of specialists with deep expertise across Buyout Funds, Growth Equity, Venture Capital, and more.
As a practice leader, McKinsey typically works with the largest organizations in Private Equity on their most complex strategic challenges. Consultants joining the Private Equity practice benefit from exposure to transformational engagements and strong industry networks.
Types of Private Equity Work
McKinsey's Private Equity practice typically works on:
Interview Expectations
Interviewer-Led Format
McKinsey uses an interviewer-led case format. Interviewer-led format where the interviewer controls the pace and direction. You'll be asked specific questions rather than driving the case yourself.
Industry Knowledge Requirements
While not required, demonstrating awareness of Private Equity trends and terminology is beneficial.
Common Private Equity Case Types
Career Path in Private Equity
Strong growth potential with clear progression paths and deep client relationships in Private Equity.
Exit Opportunities
Consultants from McKinsey's Private Equity practice commonly move to:
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