Associate Consultant (Summer 2027)

Cicero Group; Washington, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

MGT, a premier management consulting firm, is seeking an Associate to lead small teams of Analysts in research and analysis that define strategic recommendations. You'll work closely with Engagement Managers to guide projects across Organization Transformation, Private Equity Due Diligence, and Market Assessments.

There is no single background required; candidates typically hold an advanced degree and have 3+ years in consulting or related fields.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred but not required; undergraduate degree required.
• Excellent academic record and GPA.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• 3+ years of experience in management/strategy consulting or similar fields.
• Ability to think independently and collaborate with teams.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ambition and leadership in academics or professional settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead small teams of Analysts in research and analysis to define strategic recommendations.
• Engage with Engagement Managers to guide projects like Organization Transformation, PE due diligence, and market work.
• Interact with clients to understand needs and implement creative solutions.
• Manage diverse internal initiatives and contribute to firm objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

Presentation skills

Education

Advanced degree (MBA/PhD/MPA)

Undergraduate degree required

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams/Outlook

Job description

Salt Lake City, Utah or Washington, D.C.

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

While there is no single educational or professional background that best prepares you for a fulfilling career at MGT, we typically look for the following qualifications:

• 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

There is no single skill set that best prepares you for a fulfilling career at MGT, but the below skills are incredibly useful in our work:

• 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:

• Resume Screening
• Asynchronous Video Interview
• Case & Behavioral Interview
• Super Days
  • 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.

To learn more, visit our website at https://mgt.us/ and connect with us on LinkedIn.

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.