Associate Consultant - New York

The Bridgespan Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit consulting organization in New York is seeking an Associate Consultant to contribute to impactful projects across various sectors. The role requires strong analytical skills, teamwork, and a commitment to social equity. Candidates should have 0-3 years of experience and a strong academic background. This position involves conducting research and collaborating with diverse teams to drive social change.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of work experience required.
• Ability to apply an equity lens in project analysis.
• Commitment to the social sector.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative research and analysis through interviews.
• Execute quantitative research as needed by the client.
• Perform financial analysis, including forward-looking projections.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Self-motivated

Teamwork commitment

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Overview

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Are you passionate about solving society’s toughest problems? Are you attracted to the analytical rigor of strategy consulting? Are you looking for a team-based environment with a focus on equity and social impact? If you answered yes, explore the Associate Consultant role with Bridgespan.

About The Bridgespan Group

The Bridgespan Group is the leading nonprofit consulting organization serving ambitious nonprofit leaders, philanthropists, and impact investors in North America, Asia and Africa. We work with social change organizations, philanthropies, impact investors, and collaborative initiatives. Bridgespan values diversity, passion, respect, candor, and social impact, working toward equity and justice.

About the Associate Consultant Position

Associate Consultants (ACs) play an important role on project teams, conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis that feeds into the team’s recommendations to clients and enables them to increase impact.

ACs follow a 50-50 staffing model, working on two projects at a time with different teams. They enter as generalists, with topics ranging from education to public health to criminal justice, and a client portfolio that includes philanthropists, nonprofits, and impact investors. ACs may engage in research and writing projects to share Bridgespan insights with leaders globally.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct qualitative research and analysis through interviews with client staff, beneficiaries, and field experts
• Execute quantitative research and analysis as needed by the client
• Perform financial analysis, including forward-looking projections
• Prepare clear and compelling presentation materials
• Present analyses and findings
• Collaborate effectively with teams across all tasks
• Be prepared to work 50-55 hours per week on average, with variation
• Travel may be 1-2 times per month depending on client work

ACs participate in formalized training, including orientation and ongoing programs, and a 10-day off-site with Bain ACs to build consulting skills and career foundations.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of work experience
• Strong academic background
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to apply an equity lens in project analysis
• Highly self-motivated
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong teamwork commitment
• Commitment to the social sector

Associate Consultants are required to relocate to their home office city and work from the home Bridgespan office at least 2 days per week. This supports in-person learning, relationship building, and mentorship while offering flexibility.

Key Application Reminders

• The cover letter is a required part of the application. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one combined PDF file.
• Application deadline information and review timelines are provided in the posting.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for roles based in U.S. offices; apply to the local office you are willing to relocate to.

Bridgespan is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to non-discrimination in employment.