Associate, Consulting

Associate, Consulting Chicago, IL Job Details $90,000 - $100,000 a year 15 hours ago Qualifications Qualitative research Qualitative analysis Mid-level Financial analysis Client services experience within consulting industry Analysis skills Presentation creation 1 year Quantitative analysis Cross-functional collaboration Quantitative research Progress tracking (project management tasks) Consulting firm experience

Full Job Description Description:

Our Company Mission Measurement (MM) is the world leader in measuring social outcomes. We help federal, state, and local government define, analyze, and improve the results of grant investments in education, housing, public health, workforce development, and more. We believe social outcomes can be standardized and measured consistently. At the center of our work is the Impact Genome Registry, the first-ever database with outcomes and cost benchmarks from over 2.2 million social programs. We are the premier implementors of the IGR with federal, state, and local agencies, working with them to track results, uncover "what works," and invest where tax dollars will have the greatest impact. Our goal is to maximize the impact of every dollar spent on social change. Get Paid to Change the World Mission Measurement seeks a highly motivated and analytically strong Associate to support public-sector clients in advancing outcomes-focused and evidence-informed approaches to social impact and grantmaking. Associates work closely with Consulting Managers and Directors to deliver rigorous analyses, develop high-quality client materials, and support strategic recommendations that improve how funding decisions are made and implemented. This role is ideal for someone early in their consulting or professional services career who brings subject-matter experience in areas such as evaluation, data analysis, or impact measurement, along with a strong interest in public-sector work. The Associate role is designed to build deep skills while offering meaningful exposure to client engagements and real-world decision-making. This role is mostly remote with the intent to move to in-office in 2026. Candidates should be located near Washington DC or Chicago. Candidates must be willing to travel occasionally (~1x per month). Responsibilities Analysis & Subject-Matter Support Apply subject-matter expertise in areas such as evaluation, data analysis, performance measurement, or impact measurement to client engagements Support the development of strategic frameworks, assessments, and recommendations for public-sector clients Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis related to outcomes, performance, and effectiveness Client Deliverables Produce clear, accurate, and well-structured client deliverables, including slides, memos, and visualizations Synthesize complex information into concise insights for diverse public-sector audiences Support preparation of materials for client meetings, workshops, and working sessions Project & Team Collaboration Support Managers in executing project plans and meeting aggressive timelines Track tasks, inputs, and dependencies to ensure smooth project delivery Collaborate with colleagues across strategy and data-focused roles Learning & Growth Build mastery in one or more core consulting skills (e.g., data analysis, measurement frameworks, portfolio optimization) Develop understanding of public-sector funding, grantmaking, and evidence-informed decision-making Contribute to internal tools, templates, and repeatable approaches Live Our Core Values Be Passionate about Social Impact Be Rigorous, Relatable, and Agile Maintain a Commercial Mindset Challenge Convention Salary and Benefits $90,000 - $100,000 starting range. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare coverage, flexible vacation policy, hybrid work, 401K, and a collaborative work culture.

Requirements:

1-3 years of experience in consulting, professional services, or public sector roles Subject-matter experience in evaluation, data analysis, impact measurement, financial analysis, or related areas Exposure to or strong interest in federal, state, or other public-sector environments Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities