Consultant

The Beaird Group; Naperville, Chicago (IL, IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 103,320; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Paid leave

Aflac benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance for over 30 hours

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Chicago is seeking motivated consultants for part-time roles. The position involves understanding client needs, analyzing data, and creating strategic recommendations. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Pay rates range from $25 to $75 per hour, depending on the project and role. Flexible work options include office, client location, or remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven organizational and time management skills are required.
• Strong presentation abilities and detail-oriented approach are expected.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is needed.

Responsibilities

• Understand client's needs through discussions and meetings.
• Review and analyze information using reports and research.
• Conduct interviews and facilitate group discussions with client staff.
• Develop and present recommendations for clients.
• Create plans for change implementation.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proven organizational and time management skills

Strong presentation abilities

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Beaird Group consultants help clients drive efficiency, growth, and profitability through accurate data gathering, thorough analysis, and valuable recommendations. Consultants leverage their knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist management in planning and implementing strategies.

Our consultants typically specialize in three core areas: Project Management, Sales and Marketing, and Human Resources. They work on a project basis, either in Beaird’s Naperville office, at the client’s worksite, or with the flexibility to work from home. Project lengths vary based on complexity and client requirements. The majority of our consultants work part-time, typically dedicating 5-20 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate project needs.

Specific duties and responsibilities vary by project but may include:

• Understanding the client's needs through discussion, meetings, and case studies in order to suggest appropriate solutions
• Reviewing and analyzing information using various reports and research
• Conducting interviews or facilitating focused group discussions with client staff
• Developing and presenting recommendations
• Creating plans and programs for change implementation

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Strong presentation abilities
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

If you are a motivated, detail-oriented professional looking for a flexible consulting opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!

Beaird Group offers competitive pay rates ranging from $25 to $75 per hour, depending on the project and role. Specialists and analysts typically fall at the lower end of the range, while senior executives can earn up to $75 per hour. Pay is determined based on experience and career level. Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) participation with employer matching, paid leave, and Aflac benefits. Employees working over 30 hours per week are also eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance.