Generalist Junior Consultant and Consultant Roles

About Boston Consulting Group

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) collaborates with leaders in business and society to address key challenges and seize major opportunities. Since pioneering business strategy in 1963, BCG has guided clients through comprehensive transformations—facilitating change, fostering growth, competitive advantage, and tangible financial results.

To succeed, organizations must integrate digital innovation with human expertise. Our global, diverse teams contribute deep sector and functional knowledge along with various perspectives to catalyze positive change. BCG offers cutting-edge consulting combined with technology, design, digital ventures, and strong business purpose, operating collaboratively across all organization levels to deliver lasting impact.

Role Overview

• Join as a valued adviser to top businesses, governments, and non-profits, contributing to groundbreaking ideas and initiatives.
• Engage from the outset in project teams, where creative solutions from all members are encouraged to generate exceptional outcomes.
• Benefit from comprehensive training and development enabling you to tackle any challenge and prepare for leadership roles.
• Receive tailored mentorship throughout your journey, with career advisors and project leaders offering ongoing support and guidance.
• Access diverse opportunities including international mobility, secondments, special projects, and a wide array of social and cultural activities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients on projects shaping the future of business, government, and society.
• Work on varying assignments that differ in duration, complexity, and location; travel may be required, including international trips.
• Junior Consultants assist with analysis under close supervision and progressively take responsibility for entire project workstreams, with at least three years of relevant experience expected.
• Consultants apply growing specialized knowledge, manage complex project components, engage closely with clients to identify challenges, devise strategies, and secure agreement on recommendations—usually requiring over five years of work experience and notable career progress.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Possess an undergraduate degree and/or a postgraduate qualification such as a Master's, MBA, or PhD with excellent academic records.
• Have a minimum of three years of consulting or industry experience demonstrating a record of strong achievements and high performance.
• Experience in sectors such as mining, oil and gas, engineering, climate and sustainability, consumer products, private equity, public sector, banking and finance, law, healthcare/medicine, technology, or telecommunications is advantageous.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities, adept at both quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Show aptitude for innovative thinking and the skill to simplify complex concepts for varied audiences.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships.
• Bring personal qualities including flexibility, curiosity, independence in decision-making, teamwork, positive attitude, and high ethical standards.
• Willingness to travel within the country and work remotely at client sites.

Diversity and Inclusion

BCG values diversity of thought, background, and experience as essential to delivering client value. The firm is committed to an inclusive environment where all individuals feel respected and empowered to realize their potential.

Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTQIA+ community members, women, and gender diverse candidates.

BCG Australia and New Zealand have received recognition for gender equality and LGBTQIA+ inclusion efforts. The recruitment process is designed to be accessible and supportive; applicants may request assistance at any stage.

Equal Opportunity

BCG is an equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Candidates with criminal histories are assessed fairly, consistent with applicable laws.