Senior Associate, Strategy Consulting Practice

Tyton Partners•Boston, MA

About The Position

Tyton Partners is seeking a Senior Associate for its strategy consulting practice. This role involves working with organizations across the education sector (PreK-12, postsecondary, and professional learning) to advise leaders on strategies for meeting learner needs, fostering equitable communities, and building sustainable enterprises. The practice combines a rigorous market orientation with client-specific missions and goals to develop actionable solutions. Senior Associates are core members of case teams, supporting clients with growth challenges. They are involved in all project phases, from brainstorming and hypothesis creation to research, strategy development, and final recommendation delivery. Responsibilities include owning workstreams, conducting research and analysis (market landscaping, financial analysis, surveys), synthesizing findings into client deliverables, engaging directly with clients, and coaching junior team members. The role also involves contributing to firm development through networking, sector trend knowledge, and best practice development. This position is ideal for individuals with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a deep interest in education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
4+ years of consulting or other relevant professional services experience, including investment banking, market research, or another analytical field
A creative and structured approach to problem-solving
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize quantitative and qualitative data to develop meaningful insights
Superior attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership capabilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
A proactive mindset, with the ability to take ownership of multiple priorities and drive work forward with limited oversight
An ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and contribute to an inclusive environment
A high degree of adaptability and comfort working in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and evolving environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Deep interest in the education sector
Humble, curious, and open to diverse perspectives
Spirit of generosity by seeing the best in others, engaging honestly/authentically, and being a team player
Mindset for impact by having a genuine interest in the education sector and being focused on improving learner outcomes

Responsibilities

Owning and driving multiple project workstreams, developing expertise on critical questions that inform clients’ strategy and decision-making
Identifying key data sources and conducting primary and secondary research
Developing hypotheses and conducting rigorous quantitative and qualitative analyses, including market and competitive landscaping, market sizing, financial analysis, and survey development and analysis
Synthesizing research and analysis into clear, actionable insights and developing compelling PowerPoint presentations, research briefs, and other client deliverables
Engaging directly with clients and delivering findings and recommendations in both informal and formal settings
Collaborating with, coaching, and supporting junior team members to produce high-quality work
Contributing to the development of the firm by leveraging internal and external networks, building deep knowledge of sector trends, and developing best practices

Benefits

Deep exposure to the global education sector
Work with market-leading companies, investors, non-profit organizations, institutions, foundations, and high-potential emerging businesses across the education ecosystem
Gain exposure to a wide range of strategic questions and work directly with senior leaders and decision-makers across the sector
Meaningful responsibility and opportunities for growth
Take meaningful ownership of project work and client deliverables, with opportunities to expand your responsibilities as you develop
Build consulting and client-facing skills through hands-on experience across a diverse range of engagements
Contribute beyond client work through firm initiatives, thought leadership, and other opportunities
Mentorship and professional development
Be paired with a mentor who provides ongoing support, feedback, and guidance on your professional development and career progression
Learn alongside project leaders and team members through regular coaching, feedback, and training opportunities
An entrepreneurial and collaborative environment
Work in a collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, take initiative, and help shape the continued development of the firm
Collaborate with colleagues across levels in a culture that values curiosity, generosity, impact, and diverse perspectives