Talent Insights & Assessment Consultant
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Location: Open to in New York NY Chicago IL San Francisco CA with travel expectations of 25-40%.
About BTS: BTS is a global consulting firm focused on the transformative power of the people side of strategy. For nearly four decades we have pioneered business simulations and digital learning experiences that help the worlds leading companies turn strategy into tangible results. Our innovative approach blends deep business insights with cutting-edge developments in industrial-organizational psychology enabling targeted interventions that advance organizations and their talent simultaneously.
About the Role: As a Consultant within the Talent Insights & Assessment Center of Expertise (COE) you will play a significant role in the innovation and development of custom solutions across the talent life cycle for BTS clients. Youll also be responsible for working with BTS account executives and their clients as an expert in developing assessment solutions that span all BTS practice areas. Well expect you to contribute with sharp analysis and agile thinking to support our innovative new best practices and IP that enable us to go succeed in the market.
What Youll Do:
- Be client-facing engaging in client projects from the very beginning
- Work with talent across BTS on multiple projects
- Support job analytics assessment development and learning module development
- Support subject matter expert interviews and content analyses
- Assist in writing assessment content
- Develop client-ready presentations about programs (e.g. Talent management reviews feedback reactions)
- Support the development of case studies blogs research and other thought leadership
- Assist in project management (e.g. schedules updates simulation testing and reviews)
- Experiment with AI in assessment design and delivery
What Were Looking For:
- Masters degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology with 2 years of assessment experience or a PhD with no relevant experience outside of graduate school.
- Strong foundational knowledge of assessment science including job analysis employee selection leadership assessment and development with an interest in behavioral assessment and evidence-based talent practices.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills with hands-on experience using statistical software (e.g. SPSS or similar tools) to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions.
- Ability to translate data into insights including comfort working with large or complex datasets and summarizing findings in clear structured formats for internal teams and client-facing materials.
- Proficiency with core consulting tools including PowerPoint and Excel with the ability to create clear accurate and well-structured analyses and deliverables.
- Demonstrated problem-solving capability including the ability to approach ambiguous questions with curiosity structure and sound judgment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate ideas clearly ask thoughtful questions and collaborate effectively with consultants and subject matter experts.
- Interest in applied consulting and client impact with prior exposure to HR consulting research or professional services environments preferred.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks meet deadlines and work reliably in a fast-paced project-based environment.
- Commitment to professional development including openness to feedback eagerness to learn from senior practitioners and interest in building expertise in talent assessment and insights over time.
- Eligibility to work in the US permanently without sponsorship is required
Why BTS: At BTS we apply behavioral science data and innovative tools to solve complex talent and leadership challenges. As a Talent Insights & Assessment Junior Analyst youll gain hands-on experience applying assessment science to real client work collaborating with experienced consultants across a global COE. Youll contribute to assessment design analytics and client-ready insights while learning how rigorous science translates into practical high-impact solutions. BTS encourages curiosity and experimentation including exposure to AI-enabled approaches to assessment all within a supportive environment that prioritizes learning and development. If youre looking to deepen your expertise in talent assessment build consulting skills and learn from leaders in the field BTS offers a uniquely immersive and developmental experience.
Salary Information
Annual Salary Range: $100000 - $110000
- This range is for Consultant level roles. Starting salary is determined by experience and education/degree level
Required Experience:
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About Company
BTS inspires and equips people and organizations to do the best work of their lives. It's strategy made personal.