Growth Strategy Analyst (2027)
Consulting US
Posted 13 Nov 2026, 04:08 ET
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed · Bachelor's degree or Master's degree
- Must know
- SpringExcelMicrosoft Office
- Work
- On-site in Chicago
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Excel52%Microsoft Office22%Spring1%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 13, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
PA's Growth Strategy team helps organizations identify opportunities for sustainable growth through customer insight, market analysis, and strategic thinking. As an Analyst in our Early Career Program, you will work alongside experienced practitioners to solve complex business challenges and help clients make confident strategic decisions. The Early Career Analyst Program is designed for individuals beginning their professional journey in consulting as either a recent college grad or by re-entering the workforce following continued education and development. We welcome students graduating in Fall/Winter 2026 or Spring 2027, as well as individuals who have developed relevant capabilities through apprenticeships, workforce development programs, military service, community leadership, or other non-traditional pathways. Through mentorship, hands-on project work, formal development opportunities, and client engagements, you will build the skills needed for a successful consulting career.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative research to support client recommendations.
- Analyze customer, market, financial, and business data to uncover growth opportunities.
- Support the development of strategic recommendations and business cases through evidence-based hypotheses.
- Participate in interviews, workshops, and collaborative problem-solving sessions to create clear, compelling presentations and deliverables for internal and client audiences.
- Contribute curiosity, creativity, and analytical rigor to project teams.
- Build office and company culture through involvement in employee resource groups and firm initiatives.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
Qualifications
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Comfort with conducting quantitative and qualitative research.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across teams, disciplines, and seniority-levels.
- Initiative, adaptability, and comfort working in dynamic environments.
- Commitment to inclusive teamwork and respect for diverse perspectives.
Your Background Includes
- Bachelor's or Master's degree expected by Fall/Winter 2026 or Spring 2027 or similar recent completion of non-traditional pathways. All academic backgrounds are welcome.
- Experience with research, analytics, AI tools, coding, leadership activities, apprenticeships, work experience, or community involvement is a plus.
Hybrid working: a minimum of 2 days per week in the office or on client site. Actual time and location will vary by role or assignment, including up to 5 days per week on a client site.