Associate Consultant

Bain & Company; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 100,800 - 123,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans for employees and families

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Flexible breaks and family leave policies

Mentorship and training programs

Job summary

Bain & Company in Athens, Georgia is looking for Associate Consultants to tackle business challenges alongside an exceptional team. You will engage in rigorous problem-solving, owning key workstreams and utilizing Bain’s innovative tools.

The ideal candidate has a strong academic background, analytical skills, and a collaborative mindset. Bain offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits to foster professional growth.

Join us and launch your career in a dynamic setting!

Qualifications

• Fluency in English along with additional language requirements for the office.
• Willingness to travel and work onsite with clients and in the Bain office.
• Previous experience or internship in consulting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Break down complex problems to generate insights.
• Own workstreams like market sizing, financial modeling, scenario planning.
• Use data and tools for analysis and decision making.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Collaborative spirit

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Curious mindset

Education

University degree from a renowned academic institution

Job description

WHY BAIN

Bain is a launchpad for your career, where you’ll work on the most interesting challenges alongside a bright and supportive peer group who will push your thinking, celebrate your progress, and grow with you.

From day one, you’ll build a strong foundation and business toolkit, working across a wide range of industries and contributing to work that helps global clients, including senior executives and C-level leaders, address complex strategic issues and translate them into actionable plans.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Associate Consultants are integral members of our consulting teams, working alongside teammates across levels on case teams embedded within client organizations, including many of the world’s leading companies. You’ll bring fresh thinking, structured problem solving, and a collaborative spirit to help solve high-impact business challenges.

Here’s a snapshot of what you’ll do:

• Break down complex problems using hypothesis‑led thinking and rigorous analysis to generate insights that shape strategic decisions
• Own discrete workstreams such as market sizing, financial modeling, scenario planning, or benchmarking to deliver clear, actionable recommendations
• Use data, tools, and digital platforms, which may include Bain’s proprietary platforms and emerging capabilities such as generative AI to support analysis and decision making
• Adapt and deliver by taking on varied responsibilities depending on the needs of each case, from research and analysis to implementation support

HOW BAIN WILL SUPPORT YOU

While the learning curve is steep and the work is challenging, you’ll be supported every step of the way through training, mentorship, and a culture that helps you thrive. You’ll learn from colleagues across regions, tapping into Bain’s global network of expertise, resources, and shared communities. Whether on a case, in training, or through firmwide initiatives, you’ll build meaningful relationships and expand your perspective.

ABOUT YOU

This role is ideal for final‑year undergraduates, non‑MBA master’s students, or early career professionals. Eligibility and application deadlines vary by office. Please refer to our office information for additional details.

Associate consultant candidates typically meet the following qualifications:

• A university degree from a renowned academic institution
• Fluency in English, along with additional language requirements for the office you’re applying to
• Strong analytical skills and a curious mindset
• Clear written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Collaborative, with the initiative to contribute ideas independently
• Willingness to travel and work onsite with clients and in the Bain office, sometimes in fast‑paced and evolving environments

If you’re ambitious and energized by working with exceptional people, Bain is an exciting place to launch and grow your career.

COMPENSATION

For all locations, the good‑faith, reasonable annualized full‑time compensation for this role is commensurate with competitive geographic market rates. In some locations, compensation may vary based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, licensure/certifications, training, and skill level.

Bain’s comprehensive benefits and wellness programs are designed to support your emotional, physical, and professional needs:

• Wellbeing: Health plans for employees and families that go beyond the basics to include mental, emotional, and behavioral health resources, counseling, assistance, and digital wellness tools
• Financial Security: Life, accident, disability, as well as tax‑efficient programs and retirement savings, where applicable, and extras through various expense and office policies
• Flexibility: Paid holidays, vacation, personal sick time, flexibility, and accommodation. Plus, flexible breaks and family leave policies
• Learning: A culture of mentorship across all roles, and full lifecycle career support, training, tuition, and planning

Compensation for this role in the United States includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, 401(k) plan with an annual employer contribution based on years of service, and Bain’s best‑in‑class benefits package (details listed above).

The annualized base compensation for first‑year Associate Consultants in the United States is $112,000. This role may also be eligible for other elements of discretionary compensation.

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