Senior Consultant

Vaco Recruiter Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategy Consulting Firm is looking for a Senior Consultant – Technology & Media in New York City. The role involves leading client engagements, delivering actionable analyses, and mentoring junior staff.

Travel and in-office collaboration are required as part of project delivery. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in strategy or management consulting, strong analytical and communication skills, and a track record of developing executive-level presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA a plus.
• 5+ years in strategy consulting or related fields.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in market research, financial analysis, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements and manage workstreams from analysis to recommendations.
• Conduct market assessments, performance analyses, and investment evaluations.
• Synthesize data from multiple sources into clear frameworks and actions.
• Develop executive-ready presentations and deliverables for senior stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and support business development efforts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Client-facing

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Company: Strategy Consulting Firm

Role: Senior Consultant – Technology & Media

Salary: $160,000 - $185,000 + bonus

Location: New York City – (4 days a week in office + travel required)

About the Role: Our client, a growing strategy and advisory firm, is seeking a Senior Consultant to work with organizations across a variety of industries, including technology and media, on high-impact business challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients, lead complex analyses, develop strategic recommendations, and contribute to meaningful business outcomes. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills, structured problem-solving abilities, and client-facing experience. As a key member of project teams, you will help drive engagement delivery while mentoring junior team members and supporting the continued growth of the firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead key portions of client engagements, managing workstreams from initial analysis through final recommendations
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to evaluate market opportunities, business performance, growth strategies, operational improvements, and investment decisions
• Gather and synthesize information from a variety of sources, including research, interviews, surveys, financial data, and industry analysis
• Translate complex business issues into clear frameworks, actionable insights, and strategic recommendations
• Develop presentations, reports, and executive-level materials that effectively communicate findings and recommendations
• Serve as a day-to-day contact for clients, building relationships and ensuring high-quality project delivery
• Support business development efforts through research, proposal development, and client relationship management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges and deliver measurable results
• Mentor and guide junior team members, providing feedback, coaching, and support for professional development
• Contribute to internal initiatives related to recruiting, training, culture, knowledge sharing, and operational improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or MBA is a plus
• 5+ years of experience in strategy consulting, management consulting, corporate strategy, business analysis, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with experience structuring complex business issues
• Experience conducting market research, financial analysis, strategic planning, or business case development
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Experience developing executive-level presentations and communicating recommendations to senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
• Experience leading projects, workstreams, or junior team members is preferred
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen

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