Foresight Business Analyst

Kearney

5d•$100,000 - $103,000

About The Position

As a Foresight Business Analyst at Kearney, you will be a key contributor to the growth and development of our Foresight Practice as we offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients. The Foresight team is dedicated to helping C-suite leaders anticipate disruption, shape resilient strategies, and harness emerging opportunities across a rapidly changing global operating environment. We are a team of consultants who integrate deep awareness of global affairs, public policy, and strategic foresight with Kearney’s transformation and operations expertise. Our work bridges anticipation and execution: combining geopolitical, macroeconomic, and policy insight with practical consulting to help leaders act decisively amid uncertainty. Foresight teams work hand in hand with Kearney’s industry and functional practices to support client engagements across the Americas and globally. Working alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people, to translate complex global, economic, and policy dynamics into clear, decision-relevant insights for senior leaders. The role requires strong analytical judgment, excellent written and visual communication skills, and comfort working across ambiguous, multi-disciplinary problem sets. Through unique hands-on experiences, you will broaden your knowledge across a breadth of topics while developing relationships with clients and colleagues across the firm. With the freedom to be yourself and recognition for what you bring to the table, you can put your purpose into action and help build a future that works for everyone, everywhere—as a Kearney Original.

Requirements

Have a bachelor’s degree in economics, International Affairs, Political Science or other relevant fields and ideally first work experience in those fields.
Have prior experience or internships in consulting, government, policy analysis, research, strategy, or a similarly rigorous analytical environment is preferred.
Have strong analytical skills and the ability to integrate qualitative and quantitative inputs.
Have excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, structured, and concise content for senior audiences.
Are comfortable working with ambiguity and framing complex, open-ended problems.
Are a strong collaborator with strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work effectively in team-based settings.
Have a high attention to detail, consistency, and quality.
Are curious about global affairs, policy, economics, and long-term trends
Are proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Have a forward-looking mindset and enthusiasm for foresight-driven problem solving.
Are located near or willing to relocate to Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, New York, Washington D.C., Mexico City or Toronto.

Responsibilities

Support client engagements focused on policy impact analysis and planning & long-term strategic planning using the methodologies of strategic foresight, including scenario planning and trends analysis
Conduct structured qualitative and quantitative analysis to inform client recommendations
Develop clear, compelling client deliverables (PPT presentations, briefings, reports) that translate complex insights into actionable implications for senior decision-makers
Conduct research on macroeconomic, geopolitical, regulatory, technological, and societal trends shaping the global and regional operating environment
Synthesize diverse data sources into coherent narratives, insights, and analytical frameworks
Contribute to foresight-driven perspectives that inform both client work and broader firm thinking
Contribute to the development of internal tools, methodologies, and knowledge assets related to foresight and long-term strategy
Support the preparation of proposals, qualifications, and internal briefings associated with Foresight-led work

Benefits

Generous retirement/pension savings contributions
Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and immediate family
Gym membership discounts
Non-partner equity-based awards (for consulting managers and above)
Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities
Personalized opportunities including talent mobility, flexible work programs, and externships to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals
paid time off
paid sick time off
401(k) match and profit sharing
medical, dental and vision coverage
healthcare concierge
backup child/adult care
annual employer HSA contribution
home office stipend
subsidized Gympass and annual wellness program
leaves of absence when needed to support employees’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being