Consultant - Federal Health (Tysons Corner)

Finance & Accounting Consulting, Operational Effectiveness Consulting, Strategy & Transformation Consulting


Up to 10%


Ability to Obtain Public Trust



As a Consultant within the Guidehouse Federal Health Advisory practice, you will help clients transform their business processes , develop and implement organizational strategies and cultural transformations , improve efficiency and operations , increase transparency and performance management, and comply with Federal laws and regulations. You will serve as a critical member of project teams, helping our clients solve complex public health and business challenges from strategy through execution. This includes conducting qualitative and qualitative data analysis, preparing and presenting well-organized, effective reports and presentations to client and internal executives , and supporting day-to-day operational meetings with clients and consulting leaders.

As a consultant, you will have an opportunity to deepen your specialized knowledge and consulting skills, with room for long-term professional growth and career development within the firm. We are looking for candidates who are self-motivated, outcomes oriented, and capable and willing to develop solutions on their own and collaboratively as part of a team of highly skilled professionals .

• Serve as a critical team member for management consulting projects, from project initiation, through analysis, solutions development, implementation, and closeout ; projects can span organizational development and transformation, strategic planning and implementation, business process improvement, risk management, and change management and strategic communications, as well as direct-mission support to federal health clients

• Apply critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills to collect quantitative and qualitative data (e.g., interviews, focus groups, surveys, document and dataset review)

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and develop meaningful insights to address complex organizational challenges and support client decision-making

• Support the end- to -end development of client work products and presentations, such as root cause and gap analysis , findings and recommendation reports, requirements documents, process flows, standard operating procedures, strategic plans, strategic communications, and reporting dashboards

• Build and sustain meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues

• Contribute to positive, inclusive team culture and collaborative working environment

• Understand and use firm capabilities, solutions, and methodologies

• Support internal and business development initiatives, such as communities of practice and proposals

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree with a concentration in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Communications, Economics, Finance, Health Policy, Management/Information Systems, Public Administration, Public Health, Public Policy,or other related STEM majors

• 0-1 years of professional experience in consulting, strategy, organizational transformation, organizational development, process improvement, workforce strategy, change management, communications, monitoring and evaluation, or emergency response and preparedness

• Strong analytical and problem - solving skills, with experience using data to support recommendations

• Exposure to process improvement, project management, or change management concepts (coursework, internships, or certifications such as Lean Six Sigma or CAPM)

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt in a fast - paced, team - based environment

• Experience collaborating with teammates and communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders (from line staff to senior leaders)

• Strong written and visual communication skills, including creating clear presentations and materials

• Basic familiarity with financial concepts (e.g., budgeting, cost analysis, or financial operations) through coursework or experience

• Interest in or exposure to public health and/ or federal government work

• Advanced proficiency with MS Office tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau )

• Familiarity with or curiosity regarding AI tools to improve efficiency and delivery

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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