Corporate Strategy & Transformation Analyst

AlixPartners, a leading global consulting firm, is seeking Analysts to support our Corporate Strategy & Transformation team.

We help our Fortune 500 clients build high-performing organizations that deliver step-change improvements in profitable growth. We partner with senior executives to set a profitable growth agenda, build differentiated solutions to unlock value, and manage execution alongside their teams.

 In this role, you will:

• Generate insights: Structure and execute analyses to address complex and ambiguous client challenges, using the best available tool for the task, including Excel, Python, and AI solutions.
• Communicate with impact: Translate analysis into actionable recommendations and implementation plans that drive measurable business impact.
• Collaborate as a team: Work alongside your colleagues and client stakeholders to identify value creation opportunities and support execution.
• Engage clients: Interact professionally with client stakeholders and senior executives.
• Build the practice: Develop pitches for prospective clients, build practice-specific AI-enabled tools and resources, and support recruiting and training initiatives.

As part of our collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to achieve extraordinary results in our fast-paced environment. Your performance and ambition will drive your professional development, and outstanding results are recognized both by increased roles on the team and in our advantaged compensation system.

This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities.

This role is based in our Chicago and New York offices, with a hybrid work model. Paid relocation is not available.

Preferred Qualifications:

Problem-solving & intellectual curiosity

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, develop models, and synthesize findings to support recommendations.
• Strong academic performance (e.g., cumulative GPA of 3.7 or higher preferred).

Strategic & business acumen

• Experience applying business strategy, financial concepts, and value creation principles to connect analysis to practical implications and client recommendations.
• Recent internship or experience in finance, accounting, operations, analytics or consulting roles.

Communication & client presence

• Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with clients and senior stakeholders.
• Experience working in team-based, collaborative or client-facing environments.

Adaptability & new ways of working

• Ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate effectively in team settings.
• Demonstrated sustained commitment and accountability in team settings (e.g., leadership roles, employment during school, athletics, research, or community commitments), indicating reliability, teamwork, and deadline management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines in academic or professional settings.

Technical toolkit

• Experience with Python, SQL or data analytics tools.
• Experience using AI-enabled tools to enhance analysis, insight generation, and execution, with an understanding of when human judgment, validation, and discretion are essential.
• Experience using advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities (e.g., pivot tables, formulas, financial modeling and data analysis).

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or non-MBA master's degree with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and August 2027, with the ability to begin full-time employment in August 2027.
• A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related quantitative/analytical field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (e.g., ability to use formulas and data analysis tools; familiarity with style guides and templates; and ability to create structured presentations).
• Professional proficiency in English in written and verbal formats required to support client communications and deliverables.
• Demonstrated experience performing analytical or quantitative work (e.g., coursework, internships, research or projects).
• Ability to travel up to 100% Monday through Friday as required.
• Must be able to work a hybrid schedule with regular in-person presence in our Chicago office or New York office and be able to commute to the office as required.
• Willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours as unique projects/needs arise.
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.
• IMPORTANT: This role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization at any time. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now and in the future. This includes candidates who are currently authorized to work on a temporary basis (e.g., H-1B visa, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, F-1, J-1, etc.) but will require sponsorship at a later date. Candidates who will require employer sponsorship at any point during their employment are not eligible for this role.

The salary for this role takes into account a number of factors and is $110,000/year with potential eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits program including health, vision, dental, disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, identity theft protection, and mental wellness support. Employees will also receive a generous paid leave policy including vacation/personal time starting at 5.67 hours per pay period, sick time up to 80 hours annually, parental leave and twelve holidays.  

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Gold award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

This job will remain posted until 9/11/2026

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