Experienced Associate 2026

About the role

Advance your career at the intersection of private equity, strategy, and data-driven problem solving. At IGS, Associates work directly on high-stakes investment and growth strategy engagements across industries, taking on early responsibility, senior client exposure, and rapid professional development in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct market research to answer critical client questions, such as:
  • How is the company positioned relative to competitors?
  • How do customers perceive the company versus alternatives?
  • What are the most promising opportunities for expansion or improvement?
  • What is the size of the market, and what is its growth trajectory?
  • What drives market growth and profitability?
• Prepare analyses, synthesize findings, and deliver actionable insights to clients
• Collaborate with team members to create high-impact presentations for senior executives and investors

Qualifications

• Interests & Mindset: Candidates should be intellectually curious, driven, and excited about working in a collaborative environment, with interests in assessing investment and growth opportunities for private equity firms and corporate clients, gaining an in-depth understanding of a wide variety of industries, conducting primary and secondary research to better understand markets, creating complex analyses to answer clients' key questions, synthesizing quantitative and qualitative results to be presented to clients, assuming a high level of responsibility by managing primary research teams, working in a dynamic, collegial setting, living and working in Boston (IGS Associates rarely travel).
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree is required, Strong academic record (GPA 3.5+ preferred), 1-2 years of consulting experience required (management consulting, strategy consulting, or related advisory work), Demonstrated experience with market research, competitive analysis, or due diligence, High proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, Exceptional research, analytical, and quantitative skills, Ability to work independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment, Clear, concise verbal and written communication skills, Intellectual curiosity and a drive to solve complex business problems

Benefits & Additional Information

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Unlimited time off and company holidays
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship
• Collaborative, collegial work environment
• Pay range expected for the position: $100,000 – $108,000 USD annually (the position level and compensation for this role may vary and will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications)
• Pay is issued on a semi-monthly basis
• IGS also offers an annual discretionary bonus tied to individual and company performance, along with a comprehensive benefits package and a potential starting bonus