Strategic planning and insights - Associate Consultant in San Mateo

We’re Hiring:
Strategy Insights & Planning – Associate Consultant San Francisco Bay Area | Full‑Time, Permanent | Hybrid (3–4 Days Onsite)

Why This Role?

Do you enjoy solving complex business problems using data, research, and structured thinking? Are you excited by the opportunity to work at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and digital innovation
?

Our Strategy Insights and Planning team partners with clients to tackle high-impact business challenges through rigorous research, advanced analytics, and thoughtful problem-solving.

As an Associate Consultant
, you’ll work across multiple engagements, contribute to strategic and digital initiatives, and build strong client relationships—while accelerating your consulting career.

• Apply structured problem‑solving frameworks to deliver actionable, data‑driven insights
• Conduct primary and secondary market research to support strategic decision‑making.
• Design and execute analyses using tools like Excel, Access, Confirmit
  , and proprietary platforms
• Translate complex findings into clear stories through presentations and written deliverables
• Support project planning, tracking, and delivery across multiple work streams
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (strategy, marketing, analytics, technology)
• Contribute to digital and analytics‑led strategy initiatives
• Build trusted client relationships and support stakeholder engagement
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal capability building

• PhD or Master’s degree (with Bachelor’s) in a quantitative or analytical field such as:
  Business, Economics, Marketing, Psychology, Life Sciences, or Social Sciences
• OR 2–5 years of relevant post‑study professional experience in lieu of a PhD
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of ownership and professionalism

• 3–5 years of experience in consulting, business analysis, digital, or marketing strategy
• Exposure to analytics‑driven or data‑informed decision‑making
• Client‑facing experience and stakeholder management skills
• Interest in mentoring, leadership, and continuous learning

• Exposure to high-impact strategy and digital transformation projects
• Hands‑on experience with analytics, research, and consulting methodologies
• Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and career advancement
• A collaborative, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating work environment

Apply now or reach out to start a conversation about how this role can shape your consulting career.