Burnout, toxic culture - Associate Oliver Wyman Employee Review

2.0
Jun 17, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Pay is higher than average (excluding MBB) Interesting projects, generally Quality of work is high - high standards You will learn a lot Diversity and inclusion is strong

Cons

OW name not as recognized in the US Culture rewards selling, regardless of how partners treat you Burnout is known and tolerated Abusing your team verbally is punished with a slap on the wrist as long as you get more work for the partners Partners will sell projects they have no idea how to deliver and leave the team to figure it out Every Associate is trying to get promoted so they can punch out

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5.0
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Pros

Great company culture and growth opportunities

Cons

Lack of work-life balance, which is expected in this industry

4.0
Jun 20, 2026
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Pros

Good culture, solid pay, good benefits

Cons

Same as with most big companies. HR a little too focused on DEI and feel good inclusion initiatives over things that matter to most employees and clients. Top management messaging is generic and seems forced. But all senior leadership seem fairly genuine and good people vs. hyper focused on dollars alone.

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