Weekend Consulting Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

The Opportunity

The Team

Key Responsibilities

Under close supervision, perform routine foundational aspects of business, technical, technology or digital consulting requiring knowledge and application of basic principles. Apply knowledge of basic consulting attributes and technical expertise to complete project assignments. 

• Collect, analyze and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to provide insights, identify trends, opportunities and risks.  
• Under close supervision, prepare reports, presentations, processes, tools, models, and other client- ready deliverables, demonstrating attention to detail, clarity, and logical structure. 
• Participate in client meetings and workshops to support the project team with presentation, facilitation, and note taking. 
• Recognize and apply appropriate technical methods to diagnose issues and develop solutions, and engage technical subject matter experts to fill knowledge gaps. 
• Begin developing professional judgment through exposure to industry practices and guidance from senior team members. 
• Understand and adhere to budget, schedule, and quality requirements. Demonstrate accountability for delivering assigned work on time and to expected quality standards. 
• Collaborate with team members and subject matter experts to ensure high-quality deliverables and successful project outcomes. Escalate risks, issues, or questions in a timely manner. 
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices. Develop knowledge and experience in specific specializations and industries (minors) and participate in professional development opportunities. Share current knowledge of latest technology and processes. 
• Develop foundational knowledge across IA solution areas and industries, with expectations to build depth in a specialization over time. Demonstrate learning agility and curiosity in acquiring new skills and tools. 

Management Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Science, preferably in business, technology, data science or engineering OR relevant business experience. 
• 0-2 years experience in business/consulting environment. 
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. 
• Internship or other work experience on an engineering project or in an engineering or consulting environment preferred. 
• Preferred Skills:
  • Ability to develop functional or technical knowledge in at least one target industry
  • Ability to develop functional or technical knowledge in at least one solution area
  • Decision making abilities such as provide insight on issues of more than one dimension
  • Human relations skills including collaboration and team functions
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other generally accepted software for the business
  • PC literacy with applied knowledge 
• Preferred Consultant Skills:
  • Demonstrates curiosity and initiative in learning new tools, technologies, and industry concepts
  • Ability to break down problems into logical components with guidance
  • Produces high-quality work products with strong attention to detail
  • Communicates clearly in written and verbal formats
  • Works effectively in team-based, deadline-driven environments 

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts or Science, preferably in business, math, or engineering OR relevant business experience. 0-2 years experience in business/consulting environment. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

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Compensation Transparency

In accordance with local requirements, the annual compensation ranges for this role are listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. 

• State of Illinois:  $66,022 - $110,242

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