Consulting Operations Associate

Bridge Atlantic•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Consulting Operations Associate helps oversee and optimize internal operations of the consulting business, supporting efficient corporate functions and the firm's strategic objectives and service delivery. The role coordinates across internal and external stakeholders in areas including business operations, finance, human resources, marketing, business development, project governance, legal compliance, and administration. It supports operational excellence and growth initiatives, maintains organizational compliance, and provides reporting to inform business decisions. The role supports business management, HR, finance and accounting, sales and business development, marketing and branding, resource management, legal and compliance, administrative operations, and internal operations reporting. Flexible work-from-home options are available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
2+ years of progressive experience in operations management, business administration, consulting operations, or professional services management.
Experience supporting multiple business functions, including finance, HR, project management, and business operations.

Responsibilities

Support annual budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting; monitor performance against strategic and financial objectives; and help develop, implement, and review company policies and procedures.
Manage employee onboarding, orientation, and offboarding; coordinate performance review and performance management activities; and support workforce planning, recruitment, and talent acquisition.
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes; coordinate payroll administration; and manage employee expense reporting and reimbursements.
Facilitate pipeline review meetings and maintain sales opportunity tracking; assist with proposals, pricing coordination, and client pursuits; and coordinate strategic partnership and alliance development.
Assist with event planning, sponsorships, conferences, and client engagement; coordinate marketing campaigns; and maintain consistent corporate branding across communication channels.
Support resource allocation and capacity planning across consulting engagements; maintain project portfolio visibility and reporting; and coordinate project governance and portfolio review meetings.
Maintain contract, vendor, and client agreement repositories; manage vendor onboarding and agreement administration; and support adherence to contractual, legal, and policy obligations.
Oversee office operations, facilities management, and workplace services; manage office vendors, supplies, equipment, and related contracts; and maintain operational documentation, records, and administrative procedures.
Develop and maintain executive dashboards and operational scorecards; prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual operational reports; and ensure data accuracy and consistency across reporting systems.