Consulting Analyst

Codal • Chicago, IL

1d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Codal is an award-winning web design and development consultancy that helps enterprise organizations solve complex problems and accelerate growth through elegant, data-driven digital solutions. Our areas of expertise include application modernization, eCommerce, UX/UI design, product strategy, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. At Codal, you will collaborate with some of the most innovative organizations in the world and work on cutting-edge technologies that push the boundaries of design and software development. We promote long-term success, not just for our clients but for our team, helping you develop a professional roadmap that takes your career to new heights. This role is in our Chicago office, 3 days per week.

Requirements

• MUST have client facing experience
• Two (2)+ years of formal, relevant operational and/or product experience within the consulting industry
• High energy, team player, creative thinker, and strategic influencer
• Demonstrated experience in working with broad cross-functional teams
• Maturity and good judgment
• Skilled in negotiating, influencing others, analytical thinking, leading others, and executing and implementing projects
• Willingness to learn and work in a hands-on environment
• Have a strong work ethic and be willing to go the extra mile

Nice To Haves

• CSPO or PMP certification
• Jira Software/Confluence experience
• Google Suite experience
• Professional Services Automation software (e.g. Kantata)

Responsibilities

• Assist with discovery, strategy, and visioning activities for prospective and existing clients.
• Support creation of proposals, statements of work, presentations, feature lists, and other client-facing deliverables.
• Conduct market, competitor, vendor, and industry research to inform client recommendations and business decisions.
• Assist with workshop preparation, documentation, note-taking, and follow-up actions.
• Create and maintain Miro boards, planning materials, and workshop artifacts.
• Partner with department leadership to plan, track, and drive quarterly objectives and key results (OKRs).
• Assist with leadership reviews by compiling project health indicators, escalations, staffing needs, and action items.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery processes and reporting frameworks.
• Coordinate candidate interview scheduling and recruiting activities within the PMO department on an as needed basis.
• Support summer internship program planning, onboarding, coordination, and execution.
• Work closely with Operations to assist with contractor and vendor sourcing activities, including research, coordination, and onboarding support.
• Coordinate leadership meetings, department forums, workshops, and strategic planning sessions.
• Support the growth and ongoing success of a selected set of strategic partnerships by coordinating meetings, tracking action items, and facilitating collaboration opportunities.
• Prepare meeting agendas, documentation, action items, and executive summaries.
• Assist with company initiatives, offsites, team events, internship programs, and philanthropic activities.
• Support special initiatives related to AI adoption, organizational transformation, delivery excellence, and operational maturity.

Benefits

• Medical, Life, Dental/Vision, and many more insurance types
• Employer 401k match - 4%
• Office snacks and drinks + a fancy Bevi water machine with flavored water
• Happy hours, dinners, excursions, and other company events
• Office in the heart of downtown Chicago with a gym, food court, Walgreens, rooftop bar, outdoor sports court, and other amenities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed