Generalist Junior Consultant and Consultants, Auckland
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) · Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Job highlights
- Consult on business strategy with global leaders.
- Drive impact from day one with diverse teams.
- Receive strong investment in development and training.
- Benefit from bespoke mentoring and career guidance.
- Explore global opportunities and mobility prospects.
About the role
About Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation—inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.
To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.
What a Role at BCG Offers
BCG offers a unique opportunity to innovate and create change as a trusted advisor to influential businesses, governments, and non-profits. You'll drive real impact from day one with a customized approach where ideas trump tenure. We provide strong investment in development and training, arming you with the support, training, and opportunities to become a leader responsible for lasting impact. Benefit from bespoke mentoring and apprenticeship throughout your time at BCG, with a support system of career development advisors, project leaders, and colleagues. Explore a world of opportunities with myriad mobility prospects, secondments, passion projects, and social events.
What You'll Do
As a member of our consulting team, you’ll work alongside top minds on cases that reshape business, government, and society. You’ll collaborate on challenging projects with diverse team members, increasing your understanding of complex business problems and developing new skills and experience. Consulting work is varied and rigorous, often performed at client sites. Projects can vary in length, size, and location, and international travel may be required.
BCG is seeking talented candidates for Junior Consultant and Consultant roles. Your application will be considered for the level that best aligns with your background and experience.
Junior Consultant
As a Junior Consultant, you will work alongside case team members and clients, drawing on your business knowledge to help drive analysis. As you gain experience, you will be given end-to-end responsibility for delivering project workstreams. A minimum of three years of full-time work experience is required for the Junior Consultant level.
Consultant
As a Consultant, you’ll develop specialized knowledge and handle significantly larger and more complex project components. You’ll work closely with clients to identify issues, craft strategies for change, and win consensus for your recommendations. You will collaborate with fellow BCGers to transform client potential into performance. Typically, Consultants joining as experienced professionals have over 5 years of full-time work experience and demonstrate a strong career trajectory.
What You'll Bring
Education
- Undergraduate degree and/or Masters, MBA, PhD with outstanding academic performance.
Professional Skills
- 3+ years of consulting or industry experience with a proven track record of achievement and high performance.
- Industry experience ideally in one of the following areas: mining, oil and gas, engineering, climate and sustainability, consumer products, private equity, public sector, banking and finance, law, healthcare/medicine, technology, or telecommunications.
- Ability to think analytically and creatively with excellent quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills.
- Adopting out-of-the-box thinking and the capability to package complex topics and ideas.
- Excellent communication and client relationship-building skills.
Personal Attributes
- Flexible, curious, and creative, open to new ideas and proposing innovative solutions.
- Self-driven, independent, and autonomous judgment.
- Collaborative team player with a positive attitude and high ethical standards.
- Willingness to travel interstate and to work remotely on client sites.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity of thought, background, and experience is core to BCG values and client value delivery. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. Applications are encouraged from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal, Torres Strait Island, Māori or Pacific Island origin, individuals with a disability, those from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ individuals, women, and gender diverse individuals. BCG Australia and New Zealand hold a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation and an Australian Workplace Equality Index Silver award for LGBTQIA+ inclusion.
Please reach out to recruitmentinANZ@bcg.com for any support or adjustments during the recruiting process.
Key skills/competency
- Management Consulting
- Business Strategy
- Client Relationship Management
- Problem Solving
- Analytical Skills
- Leadership Development
- Teamwork
- Communication Skills
- Project Management
- Innovation
Skills & topics
- Management Consulting
- Business Strategy
- Consultant
- Junior Consultant
- Problem Solving
- Analytical Skills
- Client Management
- Leadership Development
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Auckland
- BCG
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your consulting or industry experience, academic achievements, and problem-solving skills relevant to BCG's work.
- Showcase analytical and creative thinking: Emphasize your ability to tackle complex problems and propose innovative solutions in your application.
- Demonstrate collaboration and adaptability: Illustrate your teamwork, client relationship skills, and willingness to travel and work remotely.
- Prepare for case interviews: Practice analytical frameworks and problem-solving scenarios common in management consulting interviews.
- Highlight your values: Align your application with BCG's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Technical preparation
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the application process for a Consultant and Junior Consultant at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in Auckland?
- The application process for Consultant and Junior Consultant roles at BCG in Auckland typically involves submitting your resume and cover letter, followed by a series of interviews which may include case interviews and behavioral interviews. Your application will be assessed for the level that best suits your background and experience.
- What are the key differences between the Junior Consultant and Consultant roles at BCG?
- The Junior Consultant role requires at least three years of full-time work experience and focuses on supporting analysis and delivering project workstreams. The Consultant role typically requires over five years of experience, involves handling more complex project components, developing specialized knowledge, and leading client strategy development.
- What kind of education and experience does BCG look for in candidates for these consulting roles?
- BCG seeks candidates with an undergraduate degree or higher (Masters, MBA, PhD) with outstanding academic performance. Professional experience of 3+ years for Junior Consultants and 5+ years for Consultants is required, ideally with a proven track record in consulting or relevant industries like mining, tech, or finance.
- How does BCG support the professional development of its Junior Consultants and Consultants?
- BCG heavily invests in professional development, offering comprehensive training, bespoke mentoring programs, and opportunities for leadership growth. You'll receive support from career development advisors, project leaders, and team members to help you become a leader capable of driving lasting impact.
- Is travel required for the Consultant and Junior Consultant positions at BCG?
- Yes, willingness to travel interstate and work remotely on client sites is expected for these roles. As clients operate globally, international travel may also be required depending on the project.
- How does Boston Consulting Group foster diversity and inclusion in its hiring process?
- BCG is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, valuing diverse thought, background, and experience. They encourage applications from all backgrounds and offer support for candidates needing adjustments during the recruiting process by contacting recruitmentinANZ@bcg.com.
- What are the essential professional skills BCG looks for in candidates for consulting roles?
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