Kearney Foresight Senior Business Analyst

Summary

Kearney is a global consulting firm whose Foresight Practice helps leaders anticipate disruption, build resilient strategies, and identify emerging opportunities. The Foresight Senior Business Analyst will support client engagements, conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis, develop executive deliverables, research global trends, and contribute to foresight methodologies and thought leadership.

Responsibilities

• Support client engagements focused on policy impact analysis and planning & long-term strategic planning using the methodologies of strategic foresight, including scenario planning and trends analysis
• Conduct structured qualitative and quantitative analysis to inform client recommendations
• Develop clear, compelling client deliverables (PPT presentations, briefings, reports) that translate complex insights into actionable implications for senior decision-makers
• Conduct research on macroeconomic, geopolitical, regulatory, technological, and societal trends shaping the global and regional operating environment
• Synthesize diverse data sources into coherent narratives, insights, and analytical frameworks
• Contribute to foresight-driven perspectives that inform both client work and broader firm thinking
• Contribute to the development of internal tools, methodologies, and knowledge assets related to foresight and long-term strategy
• Support the preparation of proposals, qualifications, and internal briefings associated with Foresight-led work

Skills

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Economics, International Affairs, Political Science or other relevant fields plus 2–3 years of relevant professional experience
• Have strong analytical skills and the ability to integrate qualitative and quantitative inputs
• Have excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, structured, and concise content for senior audiences
• Are comfortable working with ambiguity and framing complex, open-ended problems
• Are a strong collaborator with strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work effectively in team-based settings
• Have a high attention to detail, consistency, and quality
• Are curious about global affairs, policy, economics, and long-term trends
• Are proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Have a forward-looking mindset and enthusiasm for foresight-driven problem solving
• Are located near or willing to relocate to Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, New York, Washington D.C., Mexico City or Toronto
• Have prior experience in consulting, government, policy analysis, research, strategy, or a similarly rigorous analytical environment is preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Economics, International Affairs, Political Science or other relevant fields plus 2–3 years of relevant professional experience
• Have strong analytical skills and the ability to integrate qualitative and quantitative inputs
• Have excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, structured, and concise content for senior audiences
• Are comfortable working with ambiguity and framing complex, open-ended problems
• Are a strong collaborator with strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work effectively in team-based settings
• Have a high attention to detail, consistency, and quality
• Are curious about global affairs, policy, economics, and long-term trends
• Are proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Have a forward-looking mindset and enthusiasm for foresight-driven problem solving
• Are located near or willing to relocate to Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, New York, Washington D.C., Mexico City or Toronto

Nice to Haves

• Have prior experience in consulting, government, policy analysis, research, strategy, or a similarly rigorous analytical environment is preferred

Benefits

• Generous retirement/pension savings contributions
• Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and immediate family
• Gym membership discounts
• Non-partner equity-based awards (for consulting managers and above)
• Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities
• Personalized opportunities including talent mobility, flexible work programs, and externships to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time off
• 401(k) match and profit sharing
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Healthcare concierge
• Backup child/adult care
• Annual employer HSA contribution
• Home office stipend
• Subsidized Gympass
• Annual wellness program
• Leaves of absence when needed to support employees’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being