Associate

Bennett Midland, a civic sector consulting firm, seeks an Associate.  

Who we are 

We are a consulting team that works with public sector leaders, philanthropy, and nonprofits in New York City, nationally, and globally to help them tackle their most pressing problems and maximize impact for the people they serve. We partner with mission-driven organizations to develop and implement new strategies; design, assess, and strengthen programs and operational practices; and successfully navigate organizational change. 

We are a values-driven organization. We work to build a strong civic sector, guided by a belief in its capacity to develop just and equitable solutions. We strive to advance equity and inclusion inside and outside our firm by fostering transparency and accountability within our team and working with our clients to identify and address inequity in their work. We strive for an enjoyable and supportive workplace—we approach our work with humility, creativity, and a collaborative spirit.  

What you will do  

As an Associate you will play a central role in client engagements and contribute to business development and firm operations. In close partnership with your engagement teams, you will work directly with clients, to analyze problems, conduct research, and collaborate in the design and development of solutions. Core responsibilities for this role include:  

• Conducting desk research and gathering perspectives from stakeholders through interviews and focus groups, and using those inputs to inform our recommendations for clients;  
• Organizing and supporting facilitation of meetings with clients, including senior leaders;  
• Producing clear and succinct written materials, including memos, visual presentations, and reports; 
• Analyzing and synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data, raising critical questions, and communicating findings in presentations and reports;  
• Providing project management support to internal teams, including keeping track of tasks and project timelines;   
• Contributing to proposal and pitch writing for business development; and 
• Contributing to internal strategy and operations of the firm through discrete assignments. 

Who you are 

You are an energetic, civic-minded person with the following skills and interests:  

• A demonstrated interest or direct work experience in public policy or administration, or relevant nonprofits and community-based organizations;  
• An interest in understanding how the public and civic sectors operate, and in building relationships with leaders in the civic sector to understand their work and perspectives;  
• An ability to perform policy analysis and research to understand complex problems;  
• An understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods and the ability to work with data to unpack problems in their context;  
• Highly-effective written and communication skills and an ability to translate insights into clear and concise written work products or oral presentations; 
• An ability to develop visual presentations that thoughtfully and succinctly communicate findings; and 
• Strong skills in project and task management across simultaneous engagements. 

We work well with people who are: 

• Agile: we value the ability and willingness to learn from experience and apply that learning as conditions change 
• Analytical: we rigorously interrogate problems and incorporate a diverse set of facts and perspectives into our work 
• Creative: we develop creative solutions to complex problems and push our clients to think beyond the status quo 
• Collaborative: we are committed to a collegial workplace and team approach to our work 
• Curious: we promote a culture of continuous learning from our team, clients, and partners 
• Driven: we work with the imperative to make the world better 

Required qualifications 

• An undergraduate degree or four years of relevant work experience; 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and 
• Authorization to work in the United States. 

 We recognize that people with marginalized identities are less likely to apply to jobs even when they meet the basic qualifications. We encourage you to apply if you think you are a good fit, even if you don’t have all the skills or experiences listed above.  

Compensation and benefits 

Bennett Midland offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes: 

• Medical, dental, and short-term disability coverage; 
• 401k matching program; 
• Commuter benefits; and  
• A generous paid leave policy and holiday schedule including a week off at the end of December 

The salary range for this position is $68,000 - $77,000. Please note that we are currently operating in a hybrid work environment, including in-person client meetings and some travel. We currently require in-office presence at our office in Chelsea, Manhattan, a minimum of twice a week. 

Bennett Midland is a women-owned and -led consulting firm and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining a talented and diverse team that reflects the identities of our clients and the individuals they serve, as well as building a work culture that enables all our employees to achieve their potential, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or physical capabilities. Black people, Indigenous people, people of color; lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex people; women; people with disabilities; protected veterans; and formerly incarcerated individuals are all strongly encouraged to apply. As a firm based in and largely working with organizations in New York City, we also strongly encourage people raised in New York City to apply.  

Learning more about the work we do 

To learn more about Bennett Midland and the Associate role, we invite you to join us for an optional virtual information session, where you will hear directly from current Associates and have the opportunity to ask questions. To register, please use the following link.  

We also encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our past projects. 

Application instructions 

To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter with your full name. Your cover letter should explain why you are interested in joining our team and what makes you a good fit for the Associate role. Shortly after submitting the application, you will receive a confirmation email acknowledging the receipt of your application.  

No telephone calls or emails, please. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.  

Bennett Midland is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email HR@bennettmidland.com. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.