Consulting Associate, Federal Clients

Interested in working in an innovative, collaborative environment with motivated, social people? At Arc Aspicio, you can join a leading consulting and professional services firm that specializes in solving large, complex problems to help clients achieve mission results. With capabilities in management consulting, program management, strategic planning, data analysis, human capital, and technology management and implementation, we work in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions to our clients.Consultants join our practice to deliver mission-critical projects and quickly learn to contribute to and grow our company through company service projects. We invest in hiring, mentoring, and training smart, self-driven, and confident professionals interested in all aspects of the company and our government clients. We are looking for people who are willing to share ideas and work as part of a collaborative, innovative team.TheConsulting Associate, Federal Clientsapplies experience solving consulting problems for Federal clients in a fast-paced and dynamic environment on a high-performing team. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience in consulting. They are critical thinkers, excellent communicators/presenters, and have experience on complex projects. They are interested in homeland security and justice clients. Grants and/or program management experience a plus.Arc Aspicio is currently operating in ahybrid work environment where work will be performed at client sites, the Arc Aspicio DC office, and remotely - depending on client, contract, and company needs. All candidates must live in the Washington, DC area at time of employment.ResponsibilitiesConsulting associates apply strong analytical and technical skills to help implement business solutions. They work closely with clients and internal teams to improve operations, solve problems, deliver strategic insights, and deliver solutions. Their responsibilities include:Work on client projects - taking full ownership of tasks and workstreams that contribute to the overall project goals and delivering high quality solutionsDocument business processes, identify improvements, present solutions to clients, and implement solutions to achieve mission resultsAnalyze business problems using interviews, knowledge, context, and quantitative data to identify improvements in processes, organizational structures, and technology for high priority client initiativesWork closely with clients and teams to build on the team and company knowledge to speed up the process for identifying innovative, yet practical solutionsCreate high quality work products and deliverables including documents, presentations, and data dashboards that allow clients to make decisionsTake on new responsibilities and learn the mission/business while maintaining an excellent attention to detail, finding ways to exceed client expectationsContribute to company service areas beyond just the project to build new skills and help the company grow by developing our capabilities and selling new businessContribute to our company culture, which promotes collaboration, learning, and helping others to grow and developRequired Qualifications2+ years of consulting experience or comparable analytical experience in a directly-relevant business roleBachelor’s Degree (minimum) requiredExperience in large, complex Federal government or other nationwide programs with a preferred focus on grants and program managementStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities including critical thinking, information seeking, and collaborationAbility to support and/or multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environmentWillingness to embrace ambiguity on large, complex projects and create innovative solutions in collaboration with the team and clientExcellent written and verbal communicationProficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization toolsAbility to learn new tools using AI or for project collaboration (e.g., SharePoint)Familiarity with industry trends related to supporting Federal government clientsU.S. citizenship required (no dual citizenship)Preferred QualificationsStrong interest in homeland security and emergency managementVery strong interest in developing as a consultant to increase leadership ability and project management knowledge and learn business conceptsExperience in grants management, program management, and/or performance managementTraining in project management, data analysis, and consultingApplying to the Company:Our Recruiting Team carefully reviews each application before determining which candidates proceed to the next phase. Our competitive recruiting process favors candidates who include a brief cover letter that highlights your interest in the company and role, relevant experience, and potential.Total Rewards: Salary is just one element of our Total Rewards which includes compensation, benefits, bonuses, professional development, and other career opportunities. The projected salary range for this position is $64,000 - $72,000. This range takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets and expertise, experience, education, training, certifications, contract and client requirements (if applicable), and other business and organizational needs. At Arc Aspicio, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.About Arc Aspicio:Wecreate and deliver integrated, innovative, and trusted solutions to enhance our nation’s future Arc Aspicio creates and delivers integrated and innovative solutions to enhance our nation’s future. As a consulting and solutions company, Arc Aspicio solves problems by applying our integrated capabilities in strategy, human-centered design, human capital, data analytics, and technology. Our teams use Arc Aspicio’sStrategy Innovation Labmethods, tools, and templates to accelerate results for our clients. We seek team members that:Demonstrate strong critical thinking and analysis skills, are excellent communicators, love to collaborate, and want to develop as professionals and leadersWant to learn the business of consulting and contribute to the company’s growthBuild a strong network of professional relationships with their teams and clientsLearn quickly, ask for help, and go beyond a task and achieve resultsLearn and share knowledge, express gratitude, and help their teams succeedJoin for a career, not just the first projectCommitment to Respect, Collaboration, and Innovation:Arc Aspicio is dedicated to fostering a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds can contribute to the company and serve our clients. As a growing professional services solutions firm focused on solving large, complex problems, we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of experience, skills, and knowledge. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/D/V

Created: 2025-11-17