Consultant - Accelerator Program

The Gunter Group•Nashville, TN

1d•$80,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Gunter Group (TGG) is seeking exceptionally high-performing individuals for their Consulting Accelerator Program. This full-time consulting role offers a unique opportunity to learn consulting by doing, contributing to real client work from the start. Participants will learn directly from experienced leaders, developing the skills and judgment necessary to lead engagements independently. The program includes six months of structured development, client delivery, proposal development, internal initiatives, and targeted professional development. Participants will receive dedicated mentorship and direct access to firm leaders, gaining insight into TGG's business operations and consulting services. The goal is to prepare individuals to operate independently and confidently manage client work, aligning with the firm's growth.

Requirements

Military experience in an operational leadership capacity, with a track record of leading teams, navigating complex environments, and owning organizational outcomes
A bachelor’s degree paired with strong academic performance, meaningful leadership experience, and a demonstrated record of initiative
An MBA in progress or recently completed, paired with early-career professional or leadership experience, strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, and a clear intention to transition into consulting
Early professional experience in a corporate, technical, or functional role, demonstrating high performance, independent ownership, and the desire to accelerate into a new career path
Intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn new industries, technologies, and client contexts quickly
Initiative and ownership, looking for opportunities to contribute rather than waiting to be assigned
Comfort balancing several types of work, including client delivery, business development, and internal initiatives, while maintaining quality and follow-through
The ability to turn ambiguous, incomplete information into clear, structured outputs and communicate your thinking effectively to different audiences
Openness to coaching and feedback, with the ability to adjust quickly based on it

Responsibilities

Contribute to live client engagements through research, analysis, and the preparation of decks, models, reports, and other client-ready materials.
Turn ambiguous, incomplete information into clear, structured outputs that leaders can bring directly to clients.
Progress from behind-the-scenes delivery support toward leading client discussions and presenting your own recommendations, as your skills and confidence grow.
Learn firsthand how leaders at TGG build client relationships, grow accounts, and lead engagements by supporting their work directly.
Support business development and proposal work, learning how TGG wins and grows client relationships.
Participate in Consulting Capability Deep Dives with firm leaders through structured sessions connecting you to TGG's point of view and approach across the full range of our work.
Contribute to internal initiatives and firm-building work alongside your client responsibilities.