Business Analyst Consultant
About the role
Reingold is a full-service marketing and creative firm in Alexandria, VA. We provide strategic communications and digital media services to organizations in various sectors, including government, nonprofits, and businesses. Our team includes talented professionals from diverse fields such as marketing, tech, design, and strategy. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive community where employees can grow professionally and personally.
Responsibilities
- Integrate into a team delivering successful projects involving market research, program evaluation (especially training programs), and data analysis and reporting.
- Own the business (non-technical) aspects of complex data products, including strategy development, schedules, dependencies, requirements gathering, refinement, client delivery, and reporting.
- Design evidence-based strategies and plans for complex data projects and present them to internal and client audiences.
- Produce first drafts of presentations, reports, graphs, and documentation, soliciting and incorporating feedback to create client-ready products.
- Analyze a wide range of quantitative and qualitative data using Excel, including creating pivot tables and graphs, writing key takeaways, and translating findings into recommendations.
- Distill and present technical concepts in simple terms for non-technical audiences.
- Identify and address opportunities to enhance project team efficiency and impact through technology solutions, particularly artificial intelligence (AI).
- Maintain high standards for data quality, reporting integrity, and project management.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, a research-oriented social science, or a related field.
- At least four years of full-time, paid experience, including in account management, consulting, or similar customer service roles.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including nested formulas, pivot tables, and dual-axis graphs.
- Strong writing and speaking skills.
- Basic proficiency in PowerPoint and Word, especially for formatting graphs and tables.
- Critical thinking skills, with a balance between the big picture and attention to detail.
- Able to prioritize and complete tasks independently.
- Excellent organizational skills and a reputation for attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Experience with research methodologies, especially survey design and focus groups.
- Experience managing teams and reviewing others' work for accuracy and strength.
- Exposure to Microsoft Power BI, Automate, or other relevant tools.
- Experience working with government clients or with health data.
- Credentials or coursework related to project management (e.g., PMP).
- An interest in education, health care, or military/veteran communities.
- Innate desire for continuous performance improvement.
- Aptitude and passion for learning new technologies.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and a positive attitude.
Skills
- Excel proficiency, including advanced features like nested formulas, pivot tables, and dual-axis graphs.
- PowerPoint and Word skills for creating professional presentations and documents.
- Research and data analysis skills, including survey design and focus group facilitation.
- Project management and team leadership experience.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in clear, understandable language.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Benefits
Reingold offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a dynamic hybrid work environment, a vibrant workplace, and growth opportunities in various specialty areas. The company is committed to providing a supportive community where employees can thrive.
Pay
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
This is a hybrid role requiring at least two days per week on-site at Reingold’s headquarters in Alexandria, VA.