The Opportunity
Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future.
Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.
Position Summary
Senior Associates play an integral client-facing project or work-stream leadership role. While activities vary based on project size/scope and individual skill-sets and strengths, the Sr. Associate can expect to spend their time with a heavy focus on material client interaction through all projects, project management, intensive data-analysis and the identification for the “so-what’s” therein, and to creating compelling client-ready presentations. Additionally, the Sr. Associate will focus on developing Analysts and Coachees.
Qualifications

Experiences in consulting, or in industry in operations / process improvement role, with digital transformation experience.

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
• Strong analytical skills to analyze process data, identify trends, and draw insights to inform decision-making.
• Ability to troubleshoot process issues, identify root causes, and propose solutions for improvement.
• Experience in developing performance metrics and KPIs to measure the impact of automation initiatives.
• Process Improvement Skills:
• Experience in process analysis, mapping, and redesign using methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, Agile, or Business Process Reengineering.
• Ability to identify opportunities for automation and optimization within existing processes, driving efficiency gains and cost savings.
• Skill in facilitating workshops and collaborative sessions to gather requirements and define future state processes.
• Communication and Collaboration:
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Experience developing PowerPoint visualizations and slide decks to share updates and recommendations
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and facilitate productive discussions.
• Skill in building relationships and maintaining open communication channels with clients and project team members.
• Technical Expertise:
• Strong understanding of relevant technologies and tools (e.g., Robotic Process Automation (RPA), workflow automation platforms, AI-driven automation solution, Oracle, Workday)
• Proficiency in working with technical leaders in configuring, implementing, and optimizing automation software to meet business requirements.
• Project Management Assistance:
• Understanding of project management fundamentals to support project planning, scheduling, and tracking.
• Ability to assist in creating project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and risk registers.
• Experience in coordinating project activities, managing deliverables, and ensuring alignment with project timelines and objectives.
• Domain Knowledge:
• Understanding of the industry and business context in which automation initiatives are implemented.
• Familiarity with industry-specific processes, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to leverage industry knowledge to tailor automation solutions to meet specific business needs.
• Continuous Learning and Adaptability:
• Willingness to stay updated on emerging technologies, automation trends, and best practices.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements, priorities, and timelines.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a field related to this position or equivalent work experience
• Authorized to work in the US or Canada
• 3-5 years of experience analyzing requirements, writing functional specifications, conducting tests, troubleshooting issues and interfacing with business users
• 1-2 years of experience owning project workstreams with little to no supervision
• Ability to solve complex problems creatively with strong critical thinking
• Strong analytical skills coupled with a functional or technical acumen and hands-on expertise with cloud-based enterprise solutions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to articulate results and issues to internal and client teams
• Willingness to travel up to 50% as needed to work with client or other internal project teams
• Open to remote, outside of client travel

The estimated base salary for this job is $120,000 - $145,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $134,400 - $171,100. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.

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Posting Category
Generalist
Opportunity Type
Regular
Country
United States of Americ

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
• Strong analytical skills to analyze process data, identify trends, and draw insights to inform decision-making.
• Ability to troubleshoot process issues, identify root causes, and propose solutions for improvement.
• Experience in developing performance metrics and KPIs to measure the impact of automation initiatives.
• Process Improvement Skills:
• Experience in process analysis, mapping, and redesign using methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, Agile, or Business Process Reengineering.
• Ability to identify opportunities for automation and optimization within existing processes, driving efficiency gains and cost savings.
• Skill in facilitating workshops and collaborative sessions to gather requirements and define future state processes.
• Communication and Collaboration:
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Experience developing PowerPoint visualizations and slide decks to share updates and recommendations
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and facilitate productive discussions.
• Skill in building relationships and maintaining open communication channels with clients and project team members.
• Technical Expertise:
• Strong understanding of relevant technologies and tools (e.g., Robotic Process Automation (RPA), workflow automation platforms, AI-driven automation solution, Oracle, Workday)
• Proficiency in working with technical leaders in configuring, implementing, and optimizing automation software to meet business requirements.
• Project Management Assistance:
• Understanding of project management fundamentals to support project planning, scheduling, and tracking.
• Ability to assist in creating project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and risk registers.
• Experience in coordinating project activities, managing deliverables, and ensuring alignment with project timelines and objectives.
• Domain Knowledge:
• Understanding of the industry and business context in which automation initiatives are implemented.
• Familiarity with industry-specific processes, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to leverage industry knowledge to tailor automation solutions to meet specific business needs.
• Continuous Learning and Adaptability:
• Willingness to stay updated on emerging technologies, automation trends, and best practices.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements, priorities, and timelines.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development