Associate Consultant (Reno/Incline Village)

OverviewWe are hiring for HSG’s Sierras office, which supports our Boston headquarters. The Sierras office is a new extension of HSG; given scale, there is room to shape operations. Strong performers at HSG take on additional responsibility quickly and advancement is driven by contribution rather than tenure. At HSG, you will be responsible for supporting client initiatives by executing primary-intensive research plans and performing in-depth market & competitive analyses, all while contributing to the overall success and direction of a rapidly growing company. You will be exposed to a broad range of private equity and corporate clients, evaluating businesses across a variety of industries. Compensation consists of salary and substantive bonus program competitive with leading strategy consulting firms. Travel is minimal (less than 5%). About HSGHighland Strategy Group is a boutique strategy consulting firm headquartered in Boston, MA. Founded in early 2021, HSG has seen significant growth and is actively seeking to expand our team. At HSG, you’ll work alongside other motivated and intelligent individuals, gaining hands-on experience and direct client exposure from day one. We emphasize career progression and provide significant upward career mobility within our growing organization. We strive to create a work environment that empowers employees to succeed while supporting work-life balance. Why Highland Strategy Group?Contribute to the success and growth of a rapidly scaling company and make an immediate impactTake an active role in shaping firm culture and fostering a collaborative, collegial work environmentHigh-profile engagements with leading private equity firms, PE-backed companies, and investment banksExposure to a wide variety of industries, companies, and problems to solveImmersive learning opportunities in a fast-paced environmentOpportunities for personal growth and career development – we are actively looking to promote from within and cultivate internal talent CompensationWe offer a competitive compensation package that rewards strong performance and career development through mentorship and coaching opportunities. As a growing company, we want contributors to see the fruits of their labor, and as such, we offer annual profit-sharing distributions. In addition, we offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, 401(k) savings plan with company matching, flexible vacation policy, life and disability insurance, parental leave, and more. ResponsibilitiesAs an Associate, successful candidates will:Drive primary research (the backbone of HSG’s research process) via phone interviews and online surveysSynthesize primary research findings with relevant secondary research to inform insightsExecute market & competitor analyses (MS Excel), leveraging quantitative and qualitative dataContribute to client-facing deliverables / reportsUltimately, work with a team of consultants to solve Clients’ most pressing questions Qualifications0-3 years of experience: This role is open to new graduates or early-career professionals (regardless of direct industry relevance)Bachelor’s degree with demonstrated academic excellenceDeep strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilitiesStrong quantitative and analytic skillsEffective written and verbal communication skillsStrong presentation (PowerPoint) development and writing skillsExtremely organized and detail orientedProactive self-starter with an intellectual curiosityAbility to multitask and work in a time-sensitive (short deadline) environment