Analyst, Strategy and Operations Consulting

Capital University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Human Capital Education (HCE) is seeking an Analyst for Strategy and Operations Consulting in Washington, DC. The role supports not-for-profit colleges and universities with benchmarking, financial analysis, and market research.

You will work closely with a small team, gain hands-on client exposure, and contribute to proposals and deliverables with data-driven insights. Travel up to 30% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or related field is preferred.
• Strong data collection, validation, and analysis capabilities.
• Experience with financial modeling or data analytics is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work in teams and independently.

Responsibilities

• Support the consulting team on client engagements including benchmarking, financial analysis, report writing, and market research.
• Analyze primary and secondary data from higher education clients to support project goals.
• Maintain respectful client relationships and respond to basic inquiries.
• Prepare graphics and presentations using PowerPoint and Excel.
• Contribute to internal and client meetings with clear communication and professionalism.
• Stay current on higher education market trends and industry knowledge.
• Support business development activities including RFP searches and client outreach.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Data analysis

Financial modeling

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

Analyst, Strategy and Operations Consulting

Analyst, Strategy & Operations Consulting

Position Location: Washington, DC

Position Type: Full Time

Target Start Date: Monday, July 12, 2027

Human Capital Education (HCE) enables colleges and universities to grow with purpose by providing the systems, expertise, data, and strategy needed to attract, enroll, and support students more effectively and efficiently. HCE works across undergraduate, graduate, online, and adult programs, helping institutions translate strategy into actionable insights that deliver sustainable results.

In January 2026, Human Capital Education acquired Kennedy & Company Education Strategies, bringing together complementary organizations with a shared commitment to helping institutions navigate change, strengthen performance, and achieve long-term sustainability. Together, HCE and Kennedy & Company now serve more than 300 colleges and universities nationwide, offering integrated strategic enablement services that span research, enrollment management, financial analysis, institutional strategy, and technology implementation

The Strategy & Operations practice of HCE is looking for new analyst-level candidates interested in management consulting services provided specifically for not-for-profit colleges and universities. Our ideal candidate will be one that is interested in and well-equipped with the technical and analytical skills required to work in the consulting industry, have a passion for social sector work, and who is also looking to be a part of a small, close-knit team of motivated individuals. We offer competitive pay and benefits and an immersive start-up company feel. Our analysts must be open to a flexible working environment and should expect hands-on training from the company's senior leadership and the opportunity to perform client-facing work almost immediately. Position may require up to 30% travel – based on client locations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Supporting the consulting team on client engagements in the areas of benchmarking, financial analysis, report writing, and market research


• Analyzing primary and secondary data from higher education clients to support overall project goals


• Maintaining respectful and productive working relationships with clients and responding to basic client inquiries and needs


• Preparing graphics and presentations for client deliverables; proficiency working in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel


• Actively contributing to internal and external (client) meetings; superior public speaking skills desired


• Working to broaden industry and practice knowledge and keep updated on relevant news articles and trends in the higher education market


• Developing and maintaining respectful and productive working relationships with the Kennedy & Company team


• Assisting the team with new business development efforts including RFP searches, proposal writing, and client outreach

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)


• Ability to collect, validate, and analyze large amounts of data from diverse sources


• Knowledge of and aptitude for financial modeling or data analytics


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Aptitude, ability, motivation and interest in performing analysis and work process redesign


• Ability to work as a team as well as independently when needed


• Sense of curiosity and self-motivation to learn and grow

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree (or minor) in business, economics, finance, accounting or a related field


• Direct professional experience with budget model design, financial modeling, survey research, or statistical analysis


• Experience conducting interviews and focus groups

US work authorization without restriction indefinitely is required for our positions.

SELECTION PROCESS & TIMELINE:

• Priority consideration for applications received by 11:59pm Sunday, December 6, 2026


• Review of applications ongoing through December 2026


• Confirm interest via webform through December 2026


• Invitations for skills assessment first week of January 2027


• Invitations for interviews in mid-January 2027


• Reference checks in late-January 2027


• Offers extended in mid-February 2027