Associate

Georgetown University•Lexington, MA

2d•$66,783 - $126,720•Remote

About The Position

The Associate is a mid-level professional on Georgetown University’s internal business consulting team, the Business Design and Optimization Group (BDOG). The role manages initiatives sponsored by senior leadership to increase efficiency, improve university-wide processes and practices, and optimize service delivery to Georgetown constituents. Associates work independently on consulting projects across the University, supporting project management and delivery, conducting research, and developing recommendations for clients. BDOG provides expertise in business process analysis, project management, business planning, and financial analysis to address a wide variety of University needs. The team is part of the Office of the Chief Operating Officer and reports to the Associate Vice President of Financial Strategy and Business Integration. Associates should be motivated to learn new areas of higher education, work independently, quickly self-educate to lead new initiatives, and contribute to education and service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in data and develop data-driven recommendations.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and listen actively.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build positive relationships.
Strong time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work and meet project deadlines.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and work in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and the Google Suite.
Ability and willingness to work independently, learn new higher education subject areas quickly, and lead new initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
Experience in consulting, higher education, strategy, or a related field.
Knowledge of data analysis tools such as SQL or Python.

Responsibilities

Conduct research and analyze data to support consulting projects.
Develop presentations, reports, and other client deliverables.
Support project planning and management.
Participate in client meetings and presentations.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver high-quality consulting services.
Learn and develop consulting skills and expertise.
Lead project teams with a variety of stakeholders.
Manage initiatives sponsored by senior leadership to improve efficiency, university-wide processes and practices, and service delivery.