Associate Consultant

About the Role

Clarasys is seeking recent graduates and early career professionals for its Associate Consultant (AC) Scheme. This is an opportunity to join an award-winning management consultancy with a fast-growing US presence.

What We Do

Clarasys is a fast-growing, independent management consultancy specializing in:

• Business analysis
• Change management
• Digital transformation
• Customer experience
• Agile methodologies

We focus on delivering sustainable improvements for clients by collaborating to solve complex problems and enhance customer experience.

The Associate Consultant (AC) Scheme

• Training (Weeks 1-4): Four weeks of interactive training at our London, UK office, focusing on essential consulting skills. Includes organized lunches and socials.
• Early Weeks (Weeks 5-6): Return to the Boston office to apply learned skills by identifying and implementing improvements for Clarasys. Work collaboratively with people of all seniority levels.
• Pro Bono Project (Weeks 6-12): Deliver a real project for a charity, with support from an experienced consultant. This involves planning and delivering the work, taking early responsibility.
• Client Work (From Week 13 onwards): Involved in client-facing work with continuous support, including weekly coaching and further training, to rapidly develop skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Grapple with the intellectual complexity of consulting projects.
• Solve problems and take responsibility for finding solutions.
• Tackle issues analytically using data and information.
• Build trust and solve client problems through strong communication.
• Proactively make things happen.
• Learn and grasp new skills and concepts.
• Work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Handle difficult or unexpected situations in a changing consulting environment.
• Develop project management, business analytics, data analytics, and change management skills.
• Apply own judgment when using AI.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Stellar academic record
• Problem-solving skills
• Analytical thinking
• Strong communication skills
• Proactive and inquisitive nature
• Willingness to learn
• Team player
• Confidence in handling ambiguity and changing environments
• Interest in developing consulting skill set
• AI

Key Dates:

• Virtual Group Assessment Day: December 2nd, 2026
• Start Date: February 1st, 2027

(Must be available for both dates to be considered.)

Initial phone interviewing will start in October and continue through November.

Application Process (if successful)

• Apply online via Yonder (external partner).
• Complete eligibility form, psychometric assessment, and submit CV.
• 30-minute Telephone Interview.
• Assessment Day (online) with Clarasys staff.

Note for assessments: Requires stable internet access, a PC/Laptop with audio, and an up-to-date browser (Chrome or Firefox recommended).

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must not require future sponsorship for employment visa status.
• If located outside the Greater Boston Area, must relocate within commuting distance by February 1st, 2027.

Benefits

• Top-tier health insurance (employee premiums paid)
• Competitive salary
• 25 days base vacation time (option to buy/sell up to 5 days)
• 20 days sick time
• 7 set paid holidays
• Pro bono days for community involvement
• Career coach and learning & development allowance (for external exams)
• Peer reward scheme
• Access to performance psychologist
• Company laptop and cell phone allowance
• 4% 401k match
• Opt into dental and eye care plans
• Inclusive employee socials

Recognitions:

• Named one of the “Best Places to Work in the UK” 2026 by The Sunday Times.
• Named one of the UK’s leading management consultancies by the Financial Times for the sixth consecutive year (2026).