Associate Consultant (January and Summer 2027)

Cicero™, part of MGT; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MGT, a premier management consulting firm, seeks an Associate to lead small teams in research and analysis that define strategic recommendations. You will collaborate with Engagement Managers to guide projects across Organization Transformation, Private Equity Due Diligence, and Market Research, while engaging directly with clients to deliver innovative solutions.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in consulting or similar environments, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Advanced graduate degree (MBA, PhD, MPA, etc.) preferred, but not required; undergraduate degree required
• Excellent academic record and GPA
• 3+ years of experience in management/strategy consulting, think tanks, startups, or similar environments
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly in English, both written and spoken

Responsibilities

• Lead small teams of Analysts in research and analysis that define strategic recommendations
• Engage directly with clients to understand their needs and implement original, creative solutions
• Work with Engagement Managers to guide teams through projects such as Organization Transformation, Private Equity Due Diligence, Strategic Development/Implementation, Market Research & Assessments
• Manage diverse internal initiatives and project planning

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Independent work

Leadership

Education

Undergraduate degree required

Advanced graduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams/Outlook

Job description

MGT (formerly Cicero) is a premier management consulting firm focused on implementing data-driven strategies for a broad mix of private, public, and social sector organizations across the globe. MGT uses data and experience to generate insights, create actionable strategies, and drive transformation with an overarching purpose of helping people create and continuously deliver extraordinary results.

At MGT, Associates are deeply involved in every aspect of the consulting process and challenged every day by colleagues and project leads to develop new skills and achieve professional goals. As a MGT Associate, you will:

• Lead small teams of Analysts in research and analysis that define our strategic recommendations
• Work closely with Engagement Managers to guide teams through projects such as (but not limited to)
• Organization Transformation
• Private Equity Due Diligence
• Strategic Development/Implementation
• Market Research & Assessments
• Engage directly with clients to understand their needs and implement original, creative solutions
• Manage diverse and impactful internal initiatives

• Advanced graduate degree (MBA, PhD, MPA, etc.) preferred, but not required; undergraduate degree required
• Excellent academic record and grade point average
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• 3+ years of experience in management/strategy consulting, non-profits, think tanks, startups, financial services, or similar environments
• Ability to think independently and meaningfully collaborate with teams
• Ability to effectively communicate complex ideas in English, both verbally and in writing (additional languages are always welcome and appreciated)
• Effective organization skills and ability to multi-task
• Exceptional ambition and leadership skills in academic, professional, or extracurricular settings

• Focus Group Facilitation
• In-depth Interviews
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Teams/Outlook
• Note Taking
• Private Equity Transactions
• Project Planning
• Proposal Writing
• Secondary Research
• Segmentation and Conjoint Analysis
• Survey Creation, Fielding and Analysis

Positions are available in Salt Lake City, Utah or Washington, D.C.

Application Process:

The application process consists of four stages:

• Resume Screening
• Case & Behavioral Interview

Key Dates (Full-Time):

• Resume Screening & Asynchronous Video Interview: Completed by October 16
• Case & Behavioral Interviews: October 19-30

Candidates who advance will receive additional information and scheduling instructions for each stage of the process.

NOTE:

We currently do not accept candidates who require sponsorship, nor are we able to provide sponsorship opportunities to candidates.

MGT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. MGT does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is based solely on qualifications, merit, and business need.