Entry Level Consultant Jobs in Ridgewood, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Company:
Oliver Wyman
Description:
FULL-TIME ENTRY-LEVEL CONSULTANT ROLE 2027
Eligible for the those graduating in 2027
**Application deadline: August 9th, 2026**
Who we are
Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting that combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organization transformation. Our mission is to help clients achieve lasting success by solving their most complex problems and seizing their biggest opportunities.
We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and collaborative teams to drive innovation and impact. Our consultants come from a range of backgrounds and experiences, and we embrace the unique skills and insights they bring to our work.
At Oliver Wyman, we are proud of the values that we aspire to live by. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential.
What you will do

• As a member of your project team you'll work alongside colleagues of all levels and clients worldwide to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change.

• Project-related activities include conducting research, surveys and interviews and analyzing data to gain insights, assess problems and structure solutions.

• You'll learn our core business skills, including how to structure and execute impactful work.

*IMPORTANT* Within the application, candidates are required to rank their preferences among the following practice areas:

• Generalist Consulting for Broad Industry Exposure

• Banking & Financial Services Strategy & Risk

• AI, Data, Analytics, & Advanced Applications

• Technology-Driven Transformation and Change Implementation

• Private Equity, Deals, Diligence & Post Transaction

This allows candidates to specialize from the beginning. Each practice specializes in different aspects of consulting, and a brief explanation of each is provided below. If you are selected for the interview process, you will be informed which practice you will be interviewing for.
Generalist Consulting for Broad Industry Exposure

• Generalist consultants may work across all industries and capabilities at Oliver Wyman allowing them to acquire a breadth of knowledge and skills before aligning to a practice to focus on deepening content knowledge. Our CCG can support work across Consumer, Telecom and Technology, Energy and Natural Resources, Banking & Financial Services, Health and Life Sciences, Performance Transportation, Private Capital and Transportation and Advanced Industrials industries.

Banking & Financial Services Strategy & Risk

• In our Banking & Financial Services practice, our consultants are positioned at the heart of the global financial system. We advise banks, insurers, asset managers, market infrastructure providers, and regulators on critical decisions that will shape the future of Financial Services, capital, risk, regulation, and growth. From day one, you will gain a thorough understanding of how financial institutions operate, how they serve clients, how they determine their customer and product strategies, and how they manage balance sheets, capital and liquidity, risk models, governance, and regulatory frameworks.

AI, Data, Analytics & Advanced Applications

• We combine technical skills and data expertise to deploy cutting-edge AI solutions. Our consultants design, prototype, and operationalize machine learning, generative AI, and advanced-analytics solutions across diverse industries and work closely with data scientists and product teams. This role is ideal for analytical thinkers who love experimentation and applying cutting edge technology to real-world business problems.

• For this specialized role candidates may have:

• Technical or quantitative academic background (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics) or equivalent practical knowledge from internships, co-ops, and / or similar experience

• Proficiency in at least one programming or data language (for example Python, SQL, or R) and comfort working with data and analytics teams

• Strong quantitative and structured problem-solving skills: ability to form clear hypotheses, identify the right data, design analytical approaches, and draw defensible conclusions

Technology-Driven Transformation and Change Implementation

• We lead high-impact, tech-enabled transformations for the largest companies, from strategy through implementation. Our consultants partner with engineering, architecture, and product teams to coordinate rollout sequencing, integrations, and sustainment, often on multi-year engagements. This role combines systems thinking, delivery discipline, and technical skills to improve the technology, processes, and ways of working for thousands of people at the world's largest organizations.

• For this specialized role candidates may have:

• Technical or quantitative academic background (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics) or equivalent practical knowledge from internships, co-ops, and / or similar experience

• Practical understanding of software architecture, development lifecycles, cloud and enterprise deployment patterns, and how to partner effectively with engineering and operations teams

• Aptitude for solving business problems with technology: ability to take an ambiguous business objective, reimagine workflows and processes by leveraging technology, and propose pragmatic solutions while considering value, risk, and delivery complexity

Private Equity, Deals, Diligence & Post Transaction

• The Private Capital team partners with private equity investors across the deal lifecycle -- from opportunity assessment and commercial due diligence to post-transaction value creation -- helping shape critical investment decisions through rigorous, insight-driven analysis. We combine industry and functional expertise, proprietary tools, and a global expert network to deliver differentiated results.

What You'll Do

• Analyze markets, customers, and competitive dynamics

• Conduct research and build quantitative analyses

• Synthesize findings into clear, client-ready recommendations

Prior consulting or private equity experience is not required; we seek high-potential candidates eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join us?

• Come aboard if you are excited by challenges and want to work across different cultures.

• We want you to step out of your comfort zone and embrace your curiosity.

• Our consultants learn on the job and receive formal training to develop their communication, presentation, analytical, and client management skills.

• You'll find genuine colleagues who stand by their beliefs and measure success by the lasting impact you create together.

• We believe in flexibility, including the opportunity of hybrid working. You are also invited to join our employee resource groups and social activities.

• Our open, inclusive, and down-to-earth culture will enable you to bring your best authentic self to work.

• You'll work alongside down-to-earth colleagues who do serious work, but don't take themselves too seriously.

• There's no corporate mold to fit and hierarchy doesn't get in the way.

• We do not let artificial barriers stand in the way of your personal career progression.

Qualifications
We look for initiative, intuition and creativity with a strong background in problem solving and analytics. We do not require a specific academic major or industry experience and we value extracurricular activities and evidence of leading an interesting and impactful life outside of studies/work. One of the best things we can do for our clients and ourselves is to recruit a diverse group of people who bring a broad range of strengths and backgrounds to their roles.
There are a few specific eligibility requirements:

• Unrestricted U.S. work authorization is required for U.S. office locations. Oliver Wyman does not offer sponsorship for this position. Please note that CPT and OPT are restricted forms of work authorization.

• Undergraduate student (Class of 2027) completing a four-year degree

Apply!
We are accepting applications for the following U.S. offices. Unrestricted U.S. work authorization is required. Oliver Wyman does not offer sponsorship for this position. (Please note that CPT and OPT are restricted forms of work authorization).

• Boston

• Chicago

• Dallas

• Houston

• New York

• San Francisco

• Washington D.C.

Full-Time Compensation: The applicable base pay for this role is $110,000.
The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.
Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit oliverwyman.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.
Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com.
Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.