Kearney Activate Data and AI Business Analyst

Kearney•Boston, MA

6d•$120,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Kearney Activate is the business acceleration and enablement arm of Kearney Management Consulting, helping clients accelerate transformation through Data and AI. Our Data & AI business line bridges strategy, technology, and execution to deliver data-driven, AI-enabled, and cloud-powered transformations. We partner with leading platforms such as Microsoft, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks and Nvidia to help organizations build trusted data foundations, deploy intelligent solutions, and scale innovation. We operate across four key focus areas: Advisory & Assurance Services: Driving strategy, governance, and change management to ensure impactful transformation. Data Services: Building trusted, high-quality data foundations using Agentic AI across engineering, architecture, and governance. Insights Services: Unlocking value through analytics, data science, and AI-driven storytelling for better decision-making. Asset Services: Developing reusable GenAI assets, accelerators, and AI-powered solutions that push the boundaries of innovation. As a Business Analyst within Kearney Activate, you will help translate business requirements into structured, actionable deliverables that support successful implementation and operational effectiveness. You will work closely with business stakeholders, SMEs, product owners, and technical teams in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Requirements

4–7 years of experience in IT consulting, business analysis, data analysis, MDM, or related transformation roles
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
Experience working in agile environments and cross-functional teams
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, iterative delivery environments
Ability to independently manage deliverables and balance multiple priorities
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Comfortable communicating with both business and technical stakeholders
Experience supporting enterprise data management or Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives preferred
Comfortable leveraging modern AI tools and technologies to drive efficiency and improve workflows
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics, Business, or related field required

Nice To Haves

Experience with SQL, Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics/reporting tools preferred
Familiarity with enterprise systems, workflow tools, and data governance processes preferred

Responsibilities

Support enterprise data and Master Data Management (MDM) transformation initiatives across process, data, and technology workstreams
Translate business discussions and stakeholder requirements into structured, high-quality business and functional deliverables
Develop content supporting various MDM request types and workflows
Maintain and update master data attribute files and related governance documentation
Ensure alignment between business process designs, system requirements, and UI/screens
Partner with SMEs, stakeholders, and design leads to gather, refine, and document requirements
Provide clear, actionable inputs to development teams responsible for system configuration and build activities
Support agile delivery activities including sprint planning, backlog refinement, testing coordination, and delivery tracking
Track key project metrics, business trends, and delivery progress
Support leadership in preparing materials for workshops, working sessions, and key decision meetings

Benefits

paid time off
paid sick leave
401(k) match and profit sharing
medical, dental, and vision coverage
healthcare concierge services
backup child/adult care
annual employer HSA contributions
a home office stipend
subsidized gym membership
an annual wellness program
leaves of absence when needed to support employees’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being