What do you know about Deloitte Consulting?
"Deloitte was founded by William Welch Deloitte in London in 1845 and expanded into the United States in 1890 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom. They are the largest professional services network by revenue and number of professionals in the world and considered one of the Big Four accounting firms along with EY, KPMG, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. They provide audit, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax, and legal services and are the third-largest privately owned company in the United States."
This question tests the level of your drive and ambition and whether it aligns with what they are looking for in a candidate. They're not interested in working with someone who just wants a job. They want to hire someone who seems driven to compete for the opportunity they provide. What do they stand to offer your career, and what do they expect in return? Research the company, mission statement, and core values and determine how well you fit their mold.
Here is a statement copied from their website: "What is the work culture like at Deloitte? Our culture is built on inclusion, collaboration, high performance, and opportunity. That combination helps our professionals make a difference individually and collectively. And it makes Deloitte one of the most rewarding places to work."
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Anonymous Answer
I know that Deloitte was founded by William Welch Deloitte in 1845 and has its head office at 2 New Street Square in London. Deloitte is one of the big 4 accounting firms and its values include leading the way, serving integrity, caring for others, inclusion, and collaborating for measurable impact.
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The interviewer will be pleased to know you've done research before the interview. If you have read positive employee reviews or were impressed by a specific achievement or award Deloitte has won, share that as well.
