At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ®. Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Impact You’ll Make
Stout is looking for a Senior Consultant to support our Industrials practice and join our growing firm. At Stout, expectations are high but empowering. You will be part of a team with direct access to Stout’s partners and key client decision makers. Your ideas will be heard, and your thoughts valued as we help clients grow and drive strategic advantage. You will be a key contributor on client engagements and project deliverables. Quite simply, you will get the developmental benefits of big firm clients with the high touch of a boutique culture.

What You’ll Do
Senior Consultants are integral to our success. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing the data that will enable the strong delivery of work to our exclusive list of corporate clients and private equity firms, including a mix of mega-funds and middle market investment groups. You will directly support our client’s investment decisions via a mix of growth strategy engagements and diligence initiatives. More specifically, you will:

• Support in hypotheses generation to inform research, analytical approaches, and credentialization in key client industries (e.g. automotive, aerospace, off-highway machinery, manufacturing, etc.)
• Conduct original primary research by leading executive-level interviews to inform key diligence workstreams
• Support the development of and/or validation of financial, commercial, and other assumptions for strategic business cases
• Support M&A processes (primarily for PE clientele), including buy-side and sell-side commercial diligences
• Support the execution of typical M&A diligence workstreams, such as generating market sizing and forecasting models, conducting customer surveys, performing competitive analysis, etc.
• Manage relationships with key external vendors (e.g. expert networks, etc.)
• Positively contribute to the dynamic, high-achieving atmosphere of the firm

What You Bring

• BA or BS required with a clear track record of academic excellence in fields such as Economics, Business, Finance, or Data Science
• Master’s degree in business, management, finance, or other relevant degree preferred
• Two to four years of prior experience (including internship experience) in research, consulting, corporate development, private equity, or similar experience preferred
•  A strong desire to learn about Industrial industries (e.g. automotive, aerospace, off-highway machinery, manufacturing, etc.) and PE / Investor industries
• An aptitude for networking and executive-level interviewing
• Well-honed business acumen and analytical skills
• A desire to learn and demonstrated ability to master new subject areas quickly
• Strong communication, writing, and critical-thinking skills
• Work ethic, dedicated, organized, detail-oriented, and accountable
• Time management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Advanced skill set in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel
• Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools & technology to enhance productivity, research, and analysis
• Proficiency in developing financial and market models, market analysis, and quantitative data analysis
• Foreign language capabilities are a plus

How You’ll Thrive

• Embrace high levels of responsibility and take initiative to deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborate effectively with team members and clients while building strong relationships
• Demonstrate analytical rigor and attention to detail in all aspects of the role.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset, contributing to both personal and organizational growth

Why Stout?
At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.

We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.

We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.

https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. 

Stout is required by applicable state and local laws to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. 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.