Pros
- Interesting work in public/social sector in developing countries
- Because of the above, the firm attracts likeminded people, which are easy to work with. Colleagues are smart
- Salary and benefits are great
- Firm's reputation is praised worldwide and looked up to as a model
Overall a privilege position where one can provide recommendations to clients especially governments without the typical govt bureaucracy limiting what advise one can provide and implementation methods
Cons
- As with any org, team dynamics can vary, and some interactions may be challenging especially with seniors and old-timers
- Sometimes "visibility" valued more than results, creates performative culture and style over substance
- Some office politics, competition for promotions, and micro-politics cause emotional draining
- The consulting industry is not exactly thriving with AI disrupting, so stability and future career growth may be an issue