Research Analyst Role transition to Consulting Role @ MBB

Hey all,

So I have been selected for the interview process for a junior research role at an MBB, but my main goal is to be in a management consulting (business analyst/consultant) role. From what I am understanding, this role is focused more on supporting the consultants with data and research. This wouldn't be a front-facing client role. Would this position be worth me getting into considering it is at an MBB, but I would just have to delay my start in that role for a year or two? Benefits/Comp wise it would be less than what I am getting at my current role (1 year out of undergrad), but it is after all at an MBB and the growth seems exponential here. Need some advice on if this is worth pursuing. Thanks in advance!

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