Boston Consulting Group
People Team Specialist
Boston Consulting Group, New York, NY
WHAT YOU'LL DO
This role will join our NYC Staffing team, which drives the team deployment of BCG's most important asset - its people. Our team is seeking a People Team Specialist to provide critical logistical, strategic, and project management support for the NYC office. This role is ideal for someone passionate about a career in the HR/People space, and who thrives in fast-paced environments while maintaining a keen attention to detail.
This is a tremendous opportunity to help refine and execute the Consulting Team people agenda across the NYC office, with the goal of continuing to improve the end-to-end consultant experience and offer best in class talent management support. By design, the People Team Specialist will work across a broad set of topics - with multiple priorities that will vary over time and in alignment with the priorities of the leadership team and the Talent Managers. Example priority areas will include supporting and executing best-in-class programmatic efforts focused on CT affiliation and engagement; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; talent deployment and staffing support; CT development; mentorship; mobility programs; and more. Importantly, this individual will team most closely with the Talent Managers to drive special projects and provide execution support where it is most needed. At times, the Specialist will provide back-up / buffer support for TMs / people teams (e.g., leaves, crunch periods).
The People Team Specialist will at times play an important role in special projects and people analytics, whether supporting analysis of cohort pulse check data, formal global surveys (e.g., People Survey, COVID surveys), or other ad hoc system/local analyses. In this capacity, the Specialist teams with the TMs and office leadership teams to translate insights into required action or changes.
This role's mandate may evolve over time as strategic programs and projects are identified & implemented. Key priorities will be evaluated on an ongoing basis, to align with business needs and individual goals.
This role will work directly with local Talent Managers, Business Management Leaders, and system/office leadership. It will also partner with relevant cross-functional and regional team members.
WHO WE ARE
BCG pioneered strategy consulting more than 50 years ago, and we continue to innovate and redefine the industry. We offer multiple career paths for the world's best talent to have a real impact on business and society. As part of our team, you will benefit from the breadth and diversity of what we are doing today and where we are headed next. We count on your authenticity, exceptional work, and strong integrity. In return we are committed to supporting you in discovering the most fulfilling career journey possible-and unlocking your potential to advance the world. BST is the operational heart of our business and is invaluable to our success. Roles such as finance, human resources, risk, and IT, help propel BCG forward. BST employees support the core of the organization and provide outstanding value to the business. As a BST member, you will work with inspiring, talented, dedicated, and curious colleagues in an energizing, fast-paced environment in which people are treated with respect and help one another to succeed. Working at BCG provides you with the opportunity to grow through interesting and challenging work and to have an active voice in your personal career development.
YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)
Competencies:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, contributions to BCG's Profit Sharing and Retirement Fund (PSRF), and a market leading benefits package described below.
We expect total annualized compensation for New York City-based employees to be approximately the following:
At BCG, we are committed to offering a comprehensive benefit program that includes everything our employees and their families need to be well and live life to the fullest. We pay the full cost of medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees - and their eligible family members.* That's zero dollars in premiums taken from employee paychecks.
All of our plans provide best in class coverage:
*Employees, spouses, and children are covered at no cost. Employees share in the cost of domestic partner coverage.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
BCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of administering all employment decisions and actions without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
YOU'RE GOOD AT
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Office Integration & Mentorship
Business Management Support & Strategic Projects
Mobility
Other
YOU'LL WORK WITH
BCG's HR team works to attract, develop, excite, deploy, and retain the best people in the market. Those in human resources jobs manage the life cycle of all BCG employees-from hiring top talent and developing their skills to rewarding their contributions and supporting career progression and mobility.
This role will join our NYC Staffing team, which drives the team deployment of BCG's most important asset - its people. Our team is seeking a People Team Specialist to provide critical logistical, strategic, and project management support for the NYC office. This role is ideal for someone passionate about a career in the HR/People space, and who thrives in fast-paced environments while maintaining a keen attention to detail.
This is a tremendous opportunity to help refine and execute the Consulting Team people agenda across the NYC office, with the goal of continuing to improve the end-to-end consultant experience and offer best in class talent management support. By design, the People Team Specialist will work across a broad set of topics - with multiple priorities that will vary over time and in alignment with the priorities of the leadership team and the Talent Managers. Example priority areas will include supporting and executing best-in-class programmatic efforts focused on CT affiliation and engagement; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; talent deployment and staffing support; CT development; mentorship; mobility programs; and more. Importantly, this individual will team most closely with the Talent Managers to drive special projects and provide execution support where it is most needed. At times, the Specialist will provide back-up / buffer support for TMs / people teams (e.g., leaves, crunch periods).
The People Team Specialist will at times play an important role in special projects and people analytics, whether supporting analysis of cohort pulse check data, formal global surveys (e.g., People Survey, COVID surveys), or other ad hoc system/local analyses. In this capacity, the Specialist teams with the TMs and office leadership teams to translate insights into required action or changes.
This role's mandate may evolve over time as strategic programs and projects are identified & implemented. Key priorities will be evaluated on an ongoing basis, to align with business needs and individual goals.
This role will work directly with local Talent Managers, Business Management Leaders, and system/office leadership. It will also partner with relevant cross-functional and regional team members.
WHO WE ARE
BCG pioneered strategy consulting more than 50 years ago, and we continue to innovate and redefine the industry. We offer multiple career paths for the world's best talent to have a real impact on business and society. As part of our team, you will benefit from the breadth and diversity of what we are doing today and where we are headed next. We count on your authenticity, exceptional work, and strong integrity. In return we are committed to supporting you in discovering the most fulfilling career journey possible-and unlocking your potential to advance the world. BST is the operational heart of our business and is invaluable to our success. Roles such as finance, human resources, risk, and IT, help propel BCG forward. BST employees support the core of the organization and provide outstanding value to the business. As a BST member, you will work with inspiring, talented, dedicated, and curious colleagues in an energizing, fast-paced environment in which people are treated with respect and help one another to succeed. Working at BCG provides you with the opportunity to grow through interesting and challenging work and to have an active voice in your personal career development.
YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)
- Bachelor's degree required
- 1-3 years of administrative support or human resources experience, preferably at a professional services firm
Competencies:
- Highly organized, attentive to detail
- Strong communication skills
- Comfortable with fragmented responsibilities
- Resourceful nature and ability to synthesize information
- Proactively seeks solutions with a client-focused approach, demonstrating the ability to prioritize effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-starter with a "can do" attitude, thinking outside the box for new ideas and approach
- Numeric proficiency and experience managing financial data
- Comfortable with fragmentation and multi-tasking
- Proficient computer skills: MS Office with a strong preference for substantial Excel and PowerPoint experience; comfortable with modern office applications such as Slack, Trello
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, contributions to BCG's Profit Sharing and Retirement Fund (PSRF), and a market leading benefits package described below.
We expect total annualized compensation for New York City-based employees to be approximately the following:
- Base salary between $81,000- $99,000 (USD); placement within this range will vary based on experience and skill level
- Annual discretionary performance bonus between 0-12%
- 5% Profit Sharing Retirement Fund (PSRF) contribution, increasing to 10% after two years of service. Contributions are vested immediately and there is no waiting period
- First year annualized target total compensation: $91,854 - $112,266 (USD)
At BCG, we are committed to offering a comprehensive benefit program that includes everything our employees and their families need to be well and live life to the fullest. We pay the full cost of medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees - and their eligible family members.* That's zero dollars in premiums taken from employee paychecks.
All of our plans provide best in class coverage:
- Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children
- Low $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs
- Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits
- Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually
- Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities
- Fully vested Profit Sharing Retirement Fund contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan
- Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement
- Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month)
- Paid sick time on an as needed basis
*Employees, spouses, and children are covered at no cost. Employees share in the cost of domestic partner coverage.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
BCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of administering all employment decisions and actions without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
YOU'RE GOOD AT
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Maintain all communication & program coordination (e.g., Segment of One, MDP Champions, Inclusion Accelerator); prepare meeting materials & follow-up with key stakeholders
- Pilot new network engagement programs to coordinate various affiliation groups across all consulting cohorts
Office Integration & Mentorship
- Oversee integration of all new (incl. Lateral) CT staff to staffing and office culture/norms; lead any relevant local programming (e.g., section / class dean programs, introductory emails, etc.)
- Lead coordination and execution of Consulting Team new hire pairing program
- Coordinate across Class Deans / Section Leaders, Talent Acquisition, Talent Managers & social representatives
- Support office in variety of other responsibilities and initiatives as relevant (e.g., Cohort Council, Alumni and MDP retiree node, employee appreciation communications)
Business Management Support & Strategic Projects
- Support CT people strategy & broader People Agenda (e.g., track meeting agendas, drive post-meeting actions & follow-ups, etc.)
- Analyze annual People Survey, summarize insights and share key findings across cohorts
- Execute on Living our Values / Role of the Office work as relevant
Mobility
- Coordinate office transfer experiences for all cohorts and programs (e.g., mobility programs, transfers, etc.)
- Act as Pathways subject-matter expert, partner with TMs to upskill and adhere to deadlines across cohorts locally
- Provide ad-hoc assistance and coordination to consulting team members throughout the Mobility process
Other
- Perform other duties and projects as required
YOU'LL WORK WITH
BCG's HR team works to attract, develop, excite, deploy, and retain the best people in the market. Those in human resources jobs manage the life cycle of all BCG employees-from hiring top talent and developing their skills to rewarding their contributions and supporting career progression and mobility.