March 2025 

Industry News / Events / Opportunities / Consulting Growth Areas

It’s been a whirlwind February, with the first two weeks spent consulting in sunny Greece, followed by an exciting time preparing students for their consulting careers, interviews, and projects. A huge thank you to Liverpool, Loughborough, Cambridge Judge, and HEC Paris Business Schools for the warm welcome. Your stories and insights have inspired me to write this month’s feature article, where I explore the growing sectors in the management and strategy consulting space. I hope you find it insightful!

Looking ahead to March, I’ll be continuing my consulting work while also supporting Birmingham Business School and planning a series of upcoming online courses and events. A quick reminder: my popular ‘Cracking Case Interviews’ course is still available, but it will be coming down in March, so be sure to check it out HERE before it's gone.

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Industry News

Events

• Bain & Company is hosting a lots of events in March including a webinar from their Paris office for people considering tech consulting (March 4th), a webinar for pre-MBA students from GCC states considering a move into consulting after their MBA (March 6th), an online event for those with up to 5 years experience who would like to learn about life at Bain SE Asia (March 11th), and an EMEA Crack the Case online workshop (26th March).

• BCG Australia and New Zealand are hosting virtual 'meet the consultant' events on March 4th and 6th.

• Elsewhere, BCG are hosting an introduction to BCG Inverto (supply chain and procurement consulting) from their SE Asia offices (March 13th).

• EY UK is hosting an online session for summer internships (March 4th) and a series of online application bootcamps on 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th March.

• Management Consulted is hosting an live McKinsey Case Interview on March 4th, a guide to choosing the right consulting firm on March 11th, and an event designed for experienced hires looking to get into consulting on March 25th.

• McKinsey is hosting an in-person Solve It Case Competition at their London office on April 4th. Deadline to apply March 9th. They are also hosting an online networking event for McKinsey Black Network members and allies (March 6th), an in-person 'Meet McKinsey' dinner in Rotterdam on March 13th and a McKinsey Operations fireside chat in Japan on March 26th (deadline March 23rd).

• Roland Berger is hosting an in-person event on March 5th at their Amsterdam office for those considering roles in their Bucharest office. They are also hosting a Private Equity conference at WHU on March 13th.

• Simon Kucher is advertising 2 events in South Africa on March 5th and 6th and an in-person event on March 25th in Stockholm, introducing those with a science background to consulting.

Recruitment and Internship Opportunities

• Accenture Strategy has many vacancies globally. For example there are 21 strategy vacancies in Austria including 2 internships, 16 in Belgium, 21 in Canada, 28 in mainland China, 32 in France, 80 in Germany, 830 in India, 5 in Ireland, 78 in Italy, 48 in Spain, 9 in Switzerland, 48 in UK and 20 in USA. The biggest increases (since January) appear to be in USA (43%), Belgium (33%), Switzerland (33%) and China (27%).

• Advancy is still recruiting interns at their Frankfurt and Paris offices and strategy consultants at their Frankfurt, Paris, New York and London offices.

• Alvarez & Marsal has 1359 consulting vacancies globally (up by 19 since December) with the majority in the USA.

• Arthur D. Little has 17 internship vacancies at various offices globally (same as last month). They also have associate, analyst and consultant roles open.

• Bain & Company is advertising for Associate Consultants and Internships globally. They have various internship programs open for application ranging from less than a week to several months part-time. You can search for experienced hire roles here.

• Baringa has 39 open roles in UK (down from 48 in December), 43 in Germany, 9 in Bulgaria and 8 in USA plus other open roles globally in Ireland, Australia, Denmark, Spain, Singapore and others.

• BCG has 270 consulting roles open globally (down by 18 since January), including 11 internships, 33 roles in Germany, 22 in Indonesia, 22 in France, 21 in Austria, 19 in Malaysia and 3 in UK. Take a look at their virtual office, designed for people considering a role there.

• Elixxr has consultant roles open in London, San Francisco, New York and Dallas.

• EY UK consulting program appears to be closed to applications now although there are opportunities in Belfast for internships in tech consulting and a 2-day 'Discover EY' program for undergrads studying STEM, business or computing subjects.

• Kearney has 23 internships, (up from 20 in January), and various associate and analyst roles globally.

• L.E.K is advertising for a life science summer intern in Paris, and associate and consultant roles in London, Paris, and Wroclaw. They are also advertising for an associate and intern in Tokyo and associates (2026) in their Melbourne office.

• McKinsey is advertising globally for analyst interns. They are also advertising for associates, associate interns, business analysts, and business analyst interns. In total, they are listing 203 consulting jobs globally.

• Newton has a great brochure describing what they do and how they do it. Applications to their graduate roles are closed now but you can sign-up for updates on future recruitment here.

• Oliver Wyman is advertising for 125 roles (down by 11 since January) with most in USA (25), Germany (15), UAE (10) India (9), UK (8), Netherlands (8), and Italy (7). 36 of the roles are internships and entry level roles globally including Switzerland, Austria, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Belgium, USA, Australia, Germany, Greece, Netherlands, UK, France, India and Spain.

• Partners in Performance, the operations management consultancy that is now part of Accenture, is hiring Business Analysts, Associates and Senior Associates in London, Australia, Canada, USA, and South Africa.

• Roland Berger has 22 global internship opportunities, (down from 24 in January), 3 MBA vacancies in Germany, Bucharest and Tokyo, and 25 global vacancies for graduates.

• Simon Kucher is advertising 25 consulting roles and 11 intern/associate roles.

Where Consulting is Growing?

(Emerging Locations and High-Demand Segments)

The consulting industry is evolving rapidly, with new markets and specialised segments driving demand. While traditional hubs like New York and London remain dominant, emerging locations and niche sectors are offering exciting opportunities for aspiring consultants. Here’s a look at where and what is growing in consulting.

Emerging Consulting Hubs

While global firms still have strongholds in established cities, new consulting hotspots are emerging due to business expansion, digital transformation, and economic growth.

• Dubai & the Middle East - With massive investments in infrastructure, sustainability, and economic diversification, the UAE and Saudi Arabia are driving demand for strategy and digital transformation consultants.

• Singapore & South East Asia - As a financial and tech hub, Singapore leads in fintech, digital consulting, and sustainability, with Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand growing as new markets.

• Berlin & Amsterdam - These European cities are becoming major hubs for tech consulting, AI strategy, and green energy transition.

• Austin & Toronto - Known for booming tech and AI industries, these cities attract digital strategy and innovation consulting roles.

Firms are expanding into these locations as clients seek localised expertise, regulatory insights, and industry specialisation.

High-Growth Segments in Consulting

Beyond geography, certain consulting segments are growing faster than others due to shifting market needs.

1. Digital & AI Transformation Consulting

With AI revolutionising business operations, firms need experts to integrate AI, data analytics, and automation. Companies like Accenture, BCG Gamma, and Deloitte Digital are leading this charge.

💡 Key skills: AI strategy, machine learning, cloud computing.

2. ESG & Sustainability Consulting

As businesses face stricter environmental and governance regulations, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) consulting is booming. Firms are helping companies with carbon reduction, green energy, and ethical business practices.

💡 Key firms: McKinsey Sustainability, PwC ESG, ERM.

3. Healthcare & Life Sciences Consulting

The pandemic accelerated healthcare innovation, digital health, and biotech investments, creating high demand for healthcare strategy and operational consultants.

💡 Key firms: ZS Associates, IQVIA, LEK Consulting.

4. Cybersecurity & Risk Consulting

With rising cyber threats, companies seek consultants to strengthen security frameworks, prevent data breaches, and manage compliance.

💡 Key firms: Booz Allen Hamilton, EY Cybersecurity, KPMG Risk Advisory.

5. Cost Efficiency & Productivity Consulting

With global economic uncertainty, companies are seeking ways to cut costs, improve efficiency, and optimise operations. Consultants specializing in lean management, process automation, and financial restructuring are in high demand.

💡 Key firms: Bain Performance Improvement, AlixPartners, The Hackett Group, Newton Europe, Proudfoot, DSS+.
💡 Key skills: Lean Six Sigma, financial modelling, process automation.

What This Means for Aspiring Consultants

As consulting expands beyond traditional sectors, students and young professionals should align their skills with emerging trends. Developing knowledge and skills in AI, ESG, healthcare, or cybersecurity can make you more attractive in high-growth fields, while being open to new global locations can increase job opportunities. However, don't forget that it is your 'consulting mindset' and soft skills such as dealing with ambiguity, entrepreneurialism, leadership and strategic problem solving that recruiters look for hence you need to exemplify your achievements in these areas.

For those looking to break in, the key is to stay informed, upskill, and network within these fast-growing areas. The future of consulting is evolving—those who adapt will lead the way.

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