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McKinsey & Company has experienced a significant workforce reduction of over 10% in the past 18 months, reversing its aggressive pandemic-era hiring. From a peak of 45,100 employees at the end of 2023, McKinsey now has around 40,000 staff, according to sources familiar with the company\u2019s internal operations. The firm expanded rapidly during the pandemic, growing from 34,000 employees in 2020 by hiring about 9,000 over three years to meet rising demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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McKinsey Faces Workforce Cuts and Legal Turmoil Amid Internal Pressures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recent decline in headcount is attributed to McKinsey\u2019s routine performance management process<\/a>, not mass layoffs. In February 2024, the firm issued poor performance ratings\u2014referred to internally as \u201cconcerns\u201d\u2014to around 3,000 employees. Those rated were given about three months to improve or face departure. Some were offered payouts to leave before their next review. Former consultants claimed that some dismissals were linked to overhiring and inflated performance assessments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to staffing challenges, McKinsey has been involved in legal controversies, paying approximately $1.6 billion to settle claims related to its role in advising opioid manufacturers. Recently, a former senior partner was sentenced to six months in prison for obstructing justice by deleting project-related emails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

McKinsey Stresses Growth, AI-Driven Productivity, and Continued Hiring Amid Challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite these issues, McKinsey reported $16 billion in revenue for 2023, although its 2024 report omitted financial figures. A company spokesperson emphasized that generative AI is boosting productivity and enabling impactful work. The firm remains committed to offering strong development opportunities and plans to continue recruiting, welcoming thousands of new consultants in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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McKinsey & Company cut over 10% of its workforce in 18 months after pandemic-era overhiring. The firm cited performance reviews, not layoffs, as the cause. It also faced legal issues, including a $1.6 billion opioid settlement. Despite setbacks, McKinsey reported strong 2023 revenue and plans continued hiring in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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