Careers at McKinsey River Capital Management

Driven by purpose. Shaped by people.

Working at McKinsey River Capital Management means you will help future-proof companies and make an impact for all.

Who We Are

McKinsey River Capital Management is a purpose-driven global investment organization focused on active ownership strategies while responsibly investing in, owning, and developing companies and real assets.

Purpose – Why We Exist

Aim to future-proof companies and make a positive impact for all.

Vision – What We Strive For

To be the most reputable investor and owner.

Mission – What We Do and How

With differentiated talent and the best global network, McKinsey River Capital Management uses a thematic investment strategy and a distinctive value-creation approach with the aim of creating attractive returns for McKinsey River Capital Management’s investors.

Founder and Chairperson

Bruno Alexander Mackenzie

Bruno Alexander Mackenzie is the founder and chairman of McKinsey River Capital Management. He founded the firm in 2008 and has served as Managing Partner since its inception. Since March 1, 2015, Bruno has served as Chairman of the Board on a full-time basis. Prior to founding McKinsey River Capital Management, Bruno served as Executive Vice President of Wallenberg Family Holdings for seven years.Bruno Alexander Mackenzie graduated from the London School of Economics and Political Science in 1974 with a dual Bachelor’s degree in Economic Analysis and Accounting and Finance. He attended the Harvard Business School’s Management Development Program and has worked as a senior macroeconomic analyst, monetary policy research consultant, and macroeconomic modeling and forecasting expert in central bank monetary policy analysis, financial crisis forecasting, and risk assessment in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Denmark.

Our Values

High-Performing

Maximizing our effort and results through collaboration. We feel an urgency to take action and make an impact-everything can be improved at all times.

Respectful

Acting with integrity and humility. Through our actions, we show regard and gratitude towards our stakeholders and colleagues.

Entrepreneurial

Being innovative and accountable. We take risks, persevere through challenges and learn from our mistakes to succeed in the long run.

Informal

Being inclusive and non-hierarchical – everyone is encouraged to be themselves and is expected to speak their mind. We all contribute to an engaging, friendly and fun work environment.

Transparent

Being open and honest with each other as well as with external stakeholders. We raise issues and face reality when difficulties arise.

Tanvi Gupta

Director, Private Capital Europe & North America, New York

Karolina Woronko-Kawa

Legal Counsel, Real Estate, Warsaw

Aidan O’Sullivan-Ryan

Senior Associate, Real Estate, London

Elliott Rasmussen

Vice President, Private Capital Asia, Sydney

Cheryl Fang

Vice President, Private Capital Asia, Singapore

Zongzhong Tang

Head of Sustainability, Private Capital Asia, Singapore

Grow With Us

People are at the core of everything we do. We believe growth happens when talent, purpose, and opportunity come together — and that’s exactly what we enable through our culture of continuous learning and the McKinsey River Capital Management Academy.

 

Unlock High Performance, Achieve Great Results

From day one, you’ll kick start your growth through hands-on work, reflection, and collaboration with experienced colleagues – supported by structured learning journeys, impactful development programs, and mentorship from MRC’s global network. By combining hands-on experience with structured learning, you can build the skills and confidence to perform at the highest level and create results that last.

 

Take Charge of Your Own Growth

Your career is yours to shape, and we’ll empower you to do so. At MRC, learning is built into your daily work through challenges, feedback, and reflection – supported by flexible programs, cross-functional projects, and global exposure.

 

Grow Sustainably For Lasting Impact

At MRC, growth goes beyond career progression. It’s about building sustainable high performance, resilience, and the ability to drive positive change – for people, for businesses, and for society. With us, you’re encouraged to strive for both professional success and personal growth in a dynamic setting where we value work-life balance and long-term impact.

 

MRC Academy

MRC Academy is at the heart of our commitment to developing people. It’s a dynamic platform designed to accelerate your growth, support your career journey, and strengthen the skills that matter for the future. Rather than replacing real-life experience, it builds on it. MRC Academy is here to help you reflect, apply, and grow through what you learn in your daily work.

 

Inclusion at MRC

Our vision for MRC employees is to build high-performing and engaged teams

Our competitive edge comes from fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, empowered, and motivated to drive business impact.

Our commitment to inclusion is not just about fairness; We understand and believe that being a great place to work drives the best performance.

At MRC, inclusion is a business imperative, embedded in our talent strategy, decision-making, and culture to ensure that every individual and team operates at their full potential. By doing so, we unlock better collaboration, stronger innovation, and attractive investment outcomes.

We are MRC

People are our most important asset, and we take pride in our high-performance culture and world-class colleagues.

Our Business Lines

Private Capital Europe & North America

Private Capital Europe & North America leverages our team’s expertise to turn insight into impact, with the aim to maximize value creation and develop our portfolio companies through digitalization and operational excellence.

Private Capital Asia

We take an active, sector-focused approach to partnering with high-quality companies across the Asia Pacific region, helping them achieve long-term success in both domestic and international markets.

Real Estate

Our specialist investment teams, organized by geography and property sector, aim to deliver sustainable, future-proof real estate solutions to tenants, with the goal to deliver industry-leading, consistent returns.

Private Wealth

A Diverse Portfolio of Investment Opportunities

McKinsey River Capital Management Private Wealth offers private investors access to MRC’s portfolio and value-creation expertise.

How we hire

Our goal is to find and attract driven team members with sharp minds, high potential, and leadership qualities. We value candidates who share the same values that reflect MRC’s culture, mission, and vision.

We tailor our recruitment approach to ensure we meet our ambitious goals, evaluating each candidate’s skills, potential, and cultural fit–qualities that are key to us.
Agencies & Open Roles
For most of our roles, we partner with dedicated recruitment agencies that bring deep market expertise and help us identify high-caliber, diverse candidates. Some opportunities are also published here on our careers page or on MRC’s LinkedIn company page, so we encourage you to explore these channels and stay connected with us.

Fair and Equal Assessment
MRC is committed to non-discrimination. We look for high-potential candidates who add to our culture and have proven track records – regardless of background.

Global With a Local Approach
Although our reach is global, we adapt our recruitment processes to fit geographic location, job-specific needs, and local market dynamics.

Our ideal candidate is curious, adaptable, and keen to take on complex challenges. You have a solid foundation in your area of expertise, a collaborative mindset, thrive in a team-oriented workplace and solve tasks with analytical precision and a visionary mindset.
We value humility and integrity, as they are essential to our mission. MRC is about empowering others and supporting each other, so we seek talents motivated to future-proof businesses, grow responsibly, and create long-term value across industries and communities.

We invest in the long-term success of both our portfolio companies and our people, and view each new hire as an essential member of the MRC community for years to come.

We seek proactive, collaborative individuals striving to make a difference.

 

We have offices across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Our local presence enables us to stay close to the businesses and communities we support, while fostering collaboration across markets.

 

Our Global Benefits

We are committed to making sure all our employees feel supported and able to contribute fully. The key to this and a successful, long-term career at MRC are the investments we make in you and your colleagues through professional and personal growth, along with benefits and support.

 

Flexible Work

We offer flexible work schedules and remote work arrangements agreed between you and your manager. As a new employee, you also have a budget to spend on improving your home workspace.

 

Health & Well-Being

We take a comprehensive approach to health, with access to medical care and dedicated support for mental well-being. We also encourage active lifestyles and offer practical benefits that help you stay healthy.

 

Parenting

We know that balancing career and family matters. We support parents with generous leave, practical help at home, and guidance before, during, and after leave.

 

Family-Forming

We provide inclusive care for employees all over the world based on individual needs. Carrot Fertility is our trusted partner within fertility and family-forming benefits.

 

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