CRG Management Consulting Associate (Full Time Campus Hiring), Consumer and Retail Group

Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH, a leader in Consumer & Retail Consulting, seeks undergrad or non-MBA masters for full-time Associate roles starting in September 2027. You will join a global firm delivering growth strategy, large-scale transformations, M&A activities, and operational excellence for clients.

You’ll gain hands-on client experience, participate in onboarding and mentorship, and collaborate with senior leaders on impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or non-MBA master’s degree from a top university.
• Internship or relevant experience in consumer/retail business, consulting, or corporate roles with financial/operational focus.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access.
• Analytical and data-fluent, able to distill complex insights into clear actions.
• Willing to travel up to 70% (Monday–Friday)

Responsibilities

• Growth Strategy & Implementation
• Large Scale Transformation
• M&A, Carve-out and Post-Merger Integration
• Operations
• Merchandising & Assortment Optimization
• Interim Leadership
• Digital & Analytics / IT Strategy
• Program Management Office
• Channel Optimization

Skills

Analytically rigorous

Self-starter

Collaborative & persuasive

Clear & composed communicator

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Access

Education

Undergraduate or non-MBA master’s degree from a top university

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Access

Job description

Description

Alvarez & Marsal | Consumer and Retail Group (CRG)

Position:Management Consulting Associate

Full-Time Management Consulting Associate roles are available for students pursuing undergraduate and Non-MBA master’s degrees with graduation dates between December 2026 through July of 2027. Our full-time class starts in September 2027.

Who we are:

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving ourclients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

Established over six years ago, A&M’s Consumer & Retail Group is a vertically focused management consulting practice that continues to experience high growth.

CRG was formed to disrupt the consulting industry – we are faster, more experienced, and generate more impact than traditional firms. We are a mix of top-tier consultants and operational experts that help us bring the right combination of analytical rigor overlayed with business judgement to help build practical and real solutions.

The work we do:

• Growth Strategy & Implementation
• Large Scale Transformation
• M&A, Carve-out and Post-Merger Integration
• Operations
• Merchandising & Assortment Optimization
• Interim Leadership
• Digital & Analytics / IT Strategy
• Program Management Office
• Channel Optimization

What We Look for in an Associate Full-Time Hire:

We’re looking for driven, intellectually curious undergrads with an attention to detail who thrive in fast-paced, problem-solving environments.

Our ideal Associate is:

• Analytically Rigorous: Thinks in structured, hypothesis-driven ways and backs ideas with data. Case interviews test your ability to break down complex problems and drive toward practical solutions
• Self-Starter: Takes ownership, shows resilience, and brings curiosity to every challenge
• Collaborative & Persuasive: Works well in teams, listens actively, and can influence through logic and presence - not just volume
• Clear & Composed Communicator: Explains ideas with clarity, adapts to the audience, and stays cool under pressure

CRG New Hires:

• Receive Training:Participate in onboarding bootcamp and training to develop quantitative and qualitative skills
• Make an Impact: Collaborate on real client projects - working alongside CRG consultants, engaging with clients, and gaining visibility with senior leadership
• Gain Mentorship:Learn the ropes through CRG’s hands-on apprenticeship model - plus 1-on-1 coaching from a dedicated mentor
• Build Your Network: Connect with CRG and A&M professionals through curated events that spark meaningful relationships and lasting career connections

Candidate Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or non-MBA master’s degree from a top university
• Internship or relevant experience in consumer/retail business, consulting, or corporate roles with financial/operational focus
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access
• Analytical and data-fluent, able to distill complex insights into clear actions
• Creative problem-solver with a talent for building tools and streamlining processes
• Commercially minded, with experience in proposal development
• Polished communicator with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Willing to travel up to 70% (Monday–Friday)

Thesalaryrange is $100,000- $115,000annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

Full-time Positions and Part-time Positions Over 30 hours:

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type.

Who will you be working with?

We are not a typical consulting firm. We are a group of entrepreneurial professionals who embody the A&M Core Values –inclusive diversity, integrity, quality, objectivity, fun and personal reward while delivering a tailored and scalable approach to working with private equity, hedge fund, and corporate clients. We present you with opportunities, not a playbook, and we reward you based on performance, not your tenure.

How will you grow and be supported?

As a demonstration of A&M’s strong commitment to its people, we offer benefits to support your career, personal and professional developments. This includes performance-based career progression and promotion process, high quality practice-wide training programs, a global mobility program, rotation opportunities in other practice areas, employee resource groups, and a health and wellness program.

A&M recognizes that our people fuel our growth, and you and your team will be provided with the best available training and development resources, as well as networking opportunities.