Experienced Associate Consultant

The Bridgespan Group (“Bridgespan”) is a global nonprofit that aims to build a better world by strengthening the ability of mission-driven organizations, philanthropists, impact investors, and corporations to achieve breakthrough results in addressing society’s most important challenges and opportunities. Founded in 2000, Bridgespan has offices in Boston, Johannesburg, Mumbai, New York, San Francisco, and Singapore. We work with social change organizations, philanthropies, foundations, impact investors, and funding collaboratives to drive meaningful impact.

Bridgespan is committed to equity, specifically to ensuring that race, gender, and other dimensions of identity are not determinants of life outcomes. We strive to build an organization where diverse individuals can thrive and proactively address systemic barriers to equity.

About the role

Associate Consultants (ACs) are integral members of Bridgespan’s consulting teams, partnering with colleagues at all levels to analyze complex issues, develop evidence-based insights, and support recommendations that help clients achieve greater impact. ACs follow a 50-50 staffing model, working on two projects at a time with different teams. Projects span a wide range of topics, including education, public health, and criminal justice, and involve clients such as philanthropists, nonprofits, and impact investors.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complex business challenges using hypothesis-driven problem solving to develop insights that shape decisions
• Conduct qualitative analysis through interviews with client stakeholders and quantitative analysis such as financial modeling and projections
• Prepare and deliver clear and compelling client materials, including PowerPoint presentations, Excel models, and other written deliverables
• Adapt to evolving project needs by incorporating feedback and refining work products in a deadline-driven environment

Support and Development

ACs attend formalized training sessions, beginning with an extensive orientation program. As they progress, they gain access to additional training focused on deeper consulting skills. Bridgespan invests in helping ACs build fundamentals such as problem-solving, client communication, and collaboration with experienced team members.

Requirements

• 18+ months of strategy or management consulting experience at a consulting firm
• Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic background
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to apply a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in analysis
• Highly self-motivated with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to teamwork and the nonprofit sector

Pay

• Associate Consultant II: $87,000
• Senior Associate Consultant: $105,000
• Consultant I: $148,000

Schedule

Associate Consultants work 50-55 hours per week on average, with variations based on client needs. Travel may be required 1-2 times per month depending on projects.

Location

Candidates must be local to or willing to relocate to the Boston office. All staff are expected to work from a Bridgespan office at least 2 days per week to facilitate mentorship and relationship-building. Visas are not sponsored for roles in U.S. offices.