Thoughts on Navigant
I'm interested in what the consensus is on Navigant Consulting, specifically their energy practice. Outside of what Vault rankings will tell you, does anyone have any insight into: - Quality/type of clients and exit opportunities (e.g. Fortune 500 firms or small to mid-market firms) - Type of work (operations, strategy, technology or a blend?) - Comparison/prestige relative to MBB, Big 4, OW, ATK , FTI etc. (I know it is regarded much lower than most or all of these firms overall, but specifically in energy how does it hold up? I only ask this because prestige seems important for switching firms, getting into a top MBA program or moving to industry later on) - Ability to move to other practices in the firm, and/or between offices (life sciences, healthcare, NY, Chicago..) - Advancement opportunities within the firm (on par, faster or slower to other firms)
And anything else of note you can think of will help, both positive and negative. I know a few people who have gone to the firm and speak highly of it, but I would like a less biased opinion. Thanks!
I don't know about energy in particular, but Navigant is an ok firm. If you look at the schools they target they definitely aren't on the same campuses as the top firms.... think of schools like Gettysburg, Elon, etc. rather than Princeton, Amherst, etc. I've heard the pay is ok and under better boutiques (LEK, OW, etc.) or the Big 4 and WAY under MBB, especially as you rise up the ladder. While they do have big clients, the majority of client the people I know have encountered were smaller (think a regional bank in northern New Jersey vs. JPM). B-school exits probably target schools like Tuck on the high-end but average out to places like Johnson or Keenan-Flager.
That's pretty much all I know, hope it helped!
Thanks, I really appreciate the reply. Their website does state they recruit at some top b-schools (Wharton, Stern, Kellogg, Haas and Fuqua), but its interesting to hear about the salary differences. Especially compared to Big4.
Navigant Capital Advisors, distressed investing. opinions? (Originally Posted: 03/13/2008)
Came across NCA in my internship search. Navigant Cap. Advisors is the corporate finance/ investment banking arm of Navigant consulting. I had never heard of them before, but apparently they are very strong in distressed investing.
http://www.navigantcapitaladvisors.com/web/navcap.nsf/fCNTDspHMRead?Ope…
Does anybody have an opinion on them?
Anybody please?
I want to know if NCA is a good first step for a freshman.
http://www.gordiangroup.com/news/200508topbanks.pdf
I don't know how accurate that league table is, but they rank third, ahead of Lazard and other reputable banks. Actually, it's probably not accurate at all.
aworldapart - I don't know too much about NCA, but I do know a few things:
(1) Navigant is a quality shop, so I would assume they're NCA group is reputable as well (2) This would be a great experience, especially given the current distressed debt market (3)As a Freshman, this would look great on your resume. Keep in mind most freshman are hanging out at summer camps or working at the local mall, so anything finance-related is a plus.
If you're hoping for S&T or IBD internships next summer, this would definitely be a step in the right direction.
Thanks nystateofmind
Just to clarify, the league tables in your link are from 2005 and are based solely on the number (and not the magnitude) of active debtor and creditor bankruptcy engagements. However, I recently read that as of Nov. '07 NCA still held a respectable ranking in this category at #5.
Looks to be a good summer opportunity for a sophomore and a great one for a freshman.
Thank you smuguy97.
So, if I had the option of going into any one of their divisions, which one should I look into:
Investment banking services, private equity services, restructuring services, valuation services, or transaction advisory services?
As a self-admitted newbie, I am assuming I should look into the restructuring division because of their strength in bankruptcy and distressed investments.
They are ok on restructuring. I've only seem them working creditor gigs though, which is all about keeping tabs on the debtor and requesting data.
ConsultThis - which division, then, would you recommend? IBD?
Another bump, please.
I think NCA would be a good spot for any recent grad. You gotta work somewhere right?
However, stay away from their valuations or corporate finance group. Their Los Angeles valuations/corporate finance group completely imploded last year. Their Atlanta group is no better. Their New York office has so much turnover its ridiculous. However, bright kids who start at NCA do very well landing MM or boutique level IB jobs. So take a job at NCA if absolutely nothing else is available, but have one foot in and one foot out, 1-2 years max.
So if it's good for a recent grad, it's a good place to start for a freshman summer, correct?
Navigant (Originally Posted: 06/16/2011)
I recently finished all rounds for Navigant's Real Estate practice. Do you guys know how long it may take to get a decision? Job seems cool but office environment seemed a bit lackadaisical at times. Anyone have any other insight? Thanks.
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Don't much but heard Navigant is a good place to be, I know they recruit from great schools
what were the interviews like, like 3 rounds, case study and such? heard that place is pretty legit.
i only ask what the interviews are like because i have a buddy interviewing there soon and im sure he would love to know.
@hungryman - Interview was a phone screen, then an in person which consisted of 30-45 mins each with 5 individuals from the division. Think Senior Consultant and Assc. Director. Case studies, yes.
Great place to start a career, it is generally seeded with former Big 4 Corp Fin, Advisory and Consulting types
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