Oliver Wyman: the guide
A strategy firm strong in financial services, now "Oliver Wyman, a Marsh business", with conversational and case interviews and a published six-step case approach.
Last reviewedWhat strong candidates can do
- Understand how interviews typically run at Oliver Wyman, and what varies by office
- Know what each stage is designed to test
- Follow a preparation plan for this firm
How it positions itself
Strategy consulting with deep financial-services work, part of Marsh since the January 2026 rebrand.
Case style (as commonly reported; varies by office)
Candidate-led
Common questions
How does Oliver Wyman interview candidates?
Oliver Wyman tends to run candidate-led cases, where you are expected to drive the analysis. There is also a fit or experience interview. Conversational interviews about your background, interests, and career goals, including your interest in business (Oliver Wyman's description). Processes vary by office, role and year, so confirm the steps in your invitation.
What does Oliver Wyman look for in candidates?
Commonly reported priorities: Problem solving and analytical thinking; working with data; creative thinking; communication; practical business reasoning.
How should you prepare for Oliver Wyman?
Practice Oliver Wyman's six steps on its published sample cases. Practice candidate-led structuring and longer calculations. If you apply for financial-services work, learn how banks and insurers make money. Prepare core fit answers, including your interest in business.
Go deeper
The full lessons, worked examples, drills and a case simulator with automated feedback are in the platform. No sign-up is needed to start.