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L.E.K. Consulting

L.E.K. advises on business strategy, growth and transactions. Its Associate role is a generalist route built around research and analysis; other entry points depend on your degree, experience and region.

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Strategy services · Roles at L.E.K.

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Roles to consider

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Early careerAssociate
Associates gather and analyse research and data across industries. Check the regional vacancy for degree and experience requirements.

Roles at L.E.K.

Advanced degree / experiencedConsultant / PhD Analyst
L.E.K. describes a US PhD Analyst path as well as Consultant roles. These are separate routes; a doctorate does not imply the same entry title in every region.

Roles at L.E.K.

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Preparing for the interview

L.E.K. describes interviews combining business cases with discussion of your background and motivation. Its case guidance asks candidates to use evidence, explain assumptions and revise a conclusion when new information changes it.

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What to practise

  • Practise estimating a market and explaining the assumptions behind the result.
  • Ask for the information needed to test your initial view.
  • Prepare examples that show your contribution to a project and why strategy work interests you.

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Before you apply

  • Choose the regional entry route before comparing role titles.
  • Read a recent industry article or project example and prepare a question about the analysis.

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Sources & corrections

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