Consultant

Ducker Research Europe GmbH; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days of paid time off/year

401(k) matching

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

Ducker Research Europe GmbH is seeking a Consultant based in Boston, MA or Troy, MI. The role involves conducting rigorous research and analysis, presenting findings to clients, and collaborating with project teams. Ideal candidates will have 2–3 years of strategy consulting experience and a strong analytical skill set.

We offer competitive compensation, a discretionary annual bonus, and a hybrid work model. Join us to make a meaningful impact and grow in your career.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in strategy consulting.
• Advanced skills within Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel as travel is an integral part of this role.

Responsibilities

• Design analyses using spreadsheets and statistical tools.
• Conduct analyses utilizing assumption testing and sensitivity analysis.
• Gather research from interviews and literature.
• Summarize research findings and author client presentations.
• Present findings to clients and senior consulting staff.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university

Tools

Statistical packages

Python

R

SQL

Job description

About Ducker Carlisle

Ducker Carlisle is an boutique consulting and M&A advisory firm serving corporate and financial clients. We focus on motor vehicle, building & construction, and heavy equipment where business dynamics, supply chains, competitive landscapes, and customer demands are complex. Leveraging decades of experience and proprietary insights, we enhance revenues, improve margins, and mitigate risks. We strive each day to demonstrate our core values of integrity, scientific curiosity, inclusivity, collaboration, and commitment.

Our team includes 200+ members across Troy, Bangalore, Berlin, Boston, Delhi, Munich, Paris, and Shanghai.

Why Work for Ducker Carlisle

We are uniquely positioned as a boutique firm with a global footprint, serving some of the world’s largest companies. You’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully impact work across the firm and collaborate with client teams and colleagues across the globe. We strongly encourage growth within the organization and support career planning as part of our performance management process. We value and recognize our employees’ hard work through Project of the Quarter, employee shoutouts, and regular performance reviews. Collaboration and inclusivity are at the core of our culture. We host frequent social events, organize local volunteer opportunities, and offer hybrid work schedules. Employees can access a competitive benefits package including 20 days of paid time off/year, 401(k) matching, and medical, dental and vision insurance.

What You’ll Do

Consultants play an integral role within our project teams. They are responsible for conducting research and analysis related to a project and are typically assigned to one or two project teams simultaneously. Your work will be rigorous, but the impact will be evident. You’ll have exposure to client‑facing opportunities and can expect to learn, be challenged, and be encouraged to grow and develop throughout your career. This role can be based out of Boston, MA or Troy, MI.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing analyses using spreadsheets, database tools, statistical analysis and process mapping to meet project goals.
• Conducting analyses utilizing assumption testing and sensitivity analysis.
• Gathering research by conducting interviews, searching literature or the Internet, and interpreting survey results.
• Summarizing research findings.
• Authoring client presentations and other deliverables.
• Presenting findings to clients and senior consulting staff.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from a top‑tier university.
• 2–3 years of experience in strategy consulting.
• Outstanding analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
• Advanced skills within Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with analytical modeling, statistical analysis, optimization, and/or manipulation of large datasets.
• Able to conduct analyses utilizing assumption testing and sensitivity analysis.
• A professional demeanor.
• Strong organizational, multi‑tasking, and time management skills.
• Willingness to travel as travel is an integral part of this role.
• Familiarity with programming languages Python, R, SQL or statistical packages is preferred.
• Pricing experience or experience managing revenue components such as discounts, promotions, rebates, loyalty programs is preferred.

Compensation

The estimated base salary range for this role is $90,000 – $115,000 annually. Exact compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and location. Consultants are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance.

We encourage staff to work from a Ducker Carlisle office as often as is feasible; our hybrid work schedule suggests that most local team members work in the office 3‑4 days per week when they are not traveling to clients.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ducker Carlisle is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, qualified veteran's status, disability, or any other categories protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Ducker Carlisle is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us if you require an accommodation during the application process.