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James Dyson

Consulting Associate

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$90K/yr

Consulting Associate Most grantmakers don't know what's actually working. This is the analytical engine that helps change that. Snapshot * Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid, mostly remote; candidates ...

Hays

Associate Consultant

Vienna, VA · On-site +1

What future do you want to create? At Hays, we believe in being lifelong partners - to our people as well as our customers. With over 50 years of business success, we have a reputation as the world ...

Gartner

Associate Director Consulting

Arlington, VA · On-site

About This Role Our Consulting Associate Directors are responsible for project delivery and oversight along with client relationship management. You will manage teams as an engagement manager ...

Hays

Associate Consultant

Vienna, VA · On-site +1

What future do you want to create? At Hays, we believe in being lifelong partners - to our people as well as our customers. With over 50 years of business success, we have a reputation as the world ...

Freedman Consulting

Associate

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Freedman Consulting, LLC, a mission-driven consulting firm, seeks an Associate to provide assistance with policy research, deliverable development, and operational support for firm clients. The ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate consulting in Washington is $91,544.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,600.00 and $119,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Associate Consultant is an entry-level professional in a consulting firm who supports senior consultants and project managers in analyzing data, conducting research, preparing reports, and delivering insights to clients. They typically work as part of a team to help organizations solve business problems and improve their operations. Associate Consultants gain exposure to various industries and often have opportunities for advancement as they develop their skills and experience.

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To thrive as an Associate Consultant, you need strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and a relevant bachelor’s degree, often in business, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with data analysis tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and sometimes specialized software such as Tableau or SQL, is typically required. Outstanding communication, teamwork, and adaptability make someone stand out in this client-facing role. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering insightful recommendations, building client trust, and succeeding in dynamic project environments.

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Consulting Associate

James Dyson

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Consulting Associate


Most grantmakers don't know what's actually working. This is the analytical engine that helps change that.


Snapshot

  • Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid, mostly remote; candidates should be based near DC)
  • Engagement: Full-time, direct hire
  • Compensation: $90,000 starting
  • Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, flexible vacation, remote work, 401(k)


About the Role

We're looking for an analytically strong Associate to work directly with government clients (federal agencies, states, and other funding bodies) on outcomes measurement and evidence-informed grantmaking. You'll work alongside Managers and Directors on real client problems: building measurement frameworks, analyzing program portfolios, and translating data into decisions. This is a consulting role, not a research or policy position. You'll move fast, adapt often, and produce polished work for senior audiences. This role fits someone early in their career with subject-matter grounding in evaluation, data, or social impact, who is energized by ambiguity rather than slowed by it. You'll have real ownership from day one and exposure to clients and leadership.


What You'll Own

  • Analyze and support. Apply subject-matter expertise in evaluation, data analysis, performance measurement, or impact measurement. Support the development of strategic frameworks, assessments, and recommendations, and conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis on outcomes, performance, and effectiveness.
  • Produce client deliverables. Build clear, accurate, well-structured slides, memos, and visualizations. Synthesize complex information into concise insights for public-sector audiences, and prepare materials for meetings and working sessions.
  • Drive projects forward. Support Managers in executing plans against aggressive timelines, track tasks and dependencies, and collaborate across strategy and data-focused roles.
  • Grow fast. Build mastery in core consulting skills (data analysis, measurement frameworks, portfolio optimization), develop your understanding of public-sector funding and grantmaking, and contribute to internal tools, templates, and repeatable approaches.


What You Bring

  • 2 to 3 years in consulting, professional services, or public-sector roles
  • Subject-matter experience in evaluation, data analysis, impact measurement, financial analysis, or related areas
  • Interest in domestic social policy, grantmaking, or public-sector funding
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • A self-starter orientation: you own work end to end, move without being pushed, and thrive when the path isn't fully paved


Bonus Points

  • Experience in the nonprofit, social sector, or philanthropic space, in any capacity
  • Familiarity with national service, AmeriCorps, or domestic grantmaking programs
  • Quantitative skills (Excel, Stata, R, or similar) and comfort turning data into clear narratives for non-technical audiences
  • Experience using AI tools in analytical or research workflows


About Think Evolutionary

Think Evolutionary is a talent engineering firm built on 25+ years of leadership in Infrastructure, Innovation, and Impact. We architect resilient teams for mission-critical industries, including Government Contracting, Engineering, Technology, and Education. Through our 3DO methodology, Diagnose, Design, Build, Optimize, and behavioral science via the Predictive Index, every placement is engineered for long-term growth, not filled as a transaction.


EEO Statement

Think Evolutionary is an equal opportunity employer and does not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and hire only individuals authorized to work in the United States.