Kearney Business Analyst 2026

Job Description

About Kearney
 
Kearney is a leading global management consulting firm with more than 4,200 people working in more than 40 countries. We work with more than three-quarters of the Fortune Global 500, as well as with the most influential governmental and non-profit organizations.

Kearney is a partner-owned firm with a distinctive, collegial culture that transcends organizational and geographic boundaries—and it shows. Regardless of location or rank, our consultants are down to earth, approachable, and have a shared passion for doing innovative client work that provides clear benefits to the organizations we work with in both the short and long term.
 
What You Can Expect

As a Business Analyst, you will receive full and ready access to our firm’s best talent to help you quickly achieve your full potential. You will work alongside team members who will help you grow as you help our clients solve their most important issues. That promise holds true for both you and our clients. You will be able to make an impact and develop your potential from day one within a professional environment and culture that actively fosters the following:

Personal development. At Kearney, we encourage you to be yourself, and we give you the freedom to contribute creatively while you also pursue your passions. The rich, diverse backgrounds of our consultants have a direct impact on what our teams accomplish every day—a dynamic that has defined our culture for over 90 years. Together, we work on stimulating projects that produce powerful, transformative results for clients, both now and in the long term.
 
Entrepreneurial approach. The Kearney Business Analyst role is an outstanding introduction to the discipline of management consulting. No two client engagements are alike, and we are committed to providing you with a hands-on experience that will have a positive impact on the rest of your career. As a Business Analyst, you will work alongside our clients, rather than working on projects from a distance. Typical responsibilities include engaging with clients through in-depth interviews, model development, complex analyses, and research assignments, while working on client sites across a wide range of industries and locations.
 
Supportive environment. Training is a crucial component of your introduction to the firm. As a Business Analyst, you will attend training programs where you learn essential concepts and methodologies that are crucial to management consulting. A variety of training opportunities, often led by our own best and brightest consultants from managers to partners, will expand your consulting knowledge and allow you to explore new areas of interest. Our training approach also lets you meet and network with colleagues from across the region for an enriching experience. Because we take a tailored approach to performance management and career advancement, your role grows as rapidly as your performance warrants. You will benefit from our global scale and capability, as well as from the speed and nimbleness of our close-knit teams. Top-performing consultants who have been with the firm for at least two years and who are committed to returning to the firm are eligible for tuition support from the Kearney Scholars’ Program.  

Who you are

After nearly 100 years, we know this business is fundamentally about making connections—between facts, figures, insights, strategies, tools, technologies, and above all, people. That’s why we look for collaborative, insightful, and inquisitive problem-solvers who do not accept the first thing in front of them and who are always unapologetically themselves.

We want to hear from you if you are:

̶          Ready to share your ideas and contribute as soon as you join a team

̶          Analytically inclined and enjoy solving problems

̶          Able to prioritize and are a doer by nature

̶          Looking to kick-start your career in consulting

̶          A great team player

̶          In your final year of your masters/undergraduate degree or recent graduate (1-3 years)

̶          Proficient in Microsoft Office

̶          Previous working experience in a corporate environment

̶          Fluent in English

As a Business Analyst, you are a generalist consultant who will work across all industries and functions. This is the typical path for those looking to begin their careers as a consultant.

Applicants must be either a Permanent Resident or Citizen of Australia or a New Zealand Citizen.

What we can offer you

Every day, our people work to be the difference for our clients, our communities, and our colleagues. Helping them make an impact, they are sustained by a competitive remuneration package plus comprehensive benefits and perks, including but not limited to:

• Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and their immediate family.
• Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities
• Personalized opportunities, including talent mobility, flexible work programs, and externships to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals

Read more about our benefits and how you can a make your mark, your way at Kearney.com/careers.

APPLY NOW

Submit your Resume (1-2 pages), Cover Letter (1 page) and Academic transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable). 

Include your work experience, academic achievements, and skills in your resume and cover letter as well as highlight extracurricular activities, social involvement, and professional associations that showcase your well-rounded profile.

Please specify in your application which office (Sydney or Melbourne) you wish to apply for.  

Applications will close at 11:59PM on Sunday, 2 March 2025 [AEDT].

No late or partial applications will be accepted, so ensure you submit all relevant documents and finalise your application by the deadline.  

 

Interview Process 

Kindly note that this recruitment round is for our 2026 intake. Anticipated start date for successful candidates will be early to mid 2026.

If you are invited to first-round interviews, you will receive a notice from a Kearney recruiter to schedule your interview by the 7 March 2025.

First-round interviews will commence in the week of 10 March 2025 in either our Sydney or Melbourne offices. Virtual arrangements available for those outside of these locations.

Following the First round selected candidates will be asked back for a Second round of interviews which are expected to take place in the week following.

Successful candidates will be invited to an offeree event with more details to be announced.

Kearney Information Sessions

Kearney ANZ is hosting student information and networking sessions at our Sydney and Melbourne offices and an virtual option to promote our business analyst recruitment. Join us for a panel session to get some insights on what makes Kearney different, project highlights, and a typical day in the life of a business analyst. Attendees will also have opportunities to network with some of our leadership and consultants.

Don't miss out the opportunity! We'll provide some top tips on how to best nail your application and interview!

RSVP here by 14th of February: https://forms.office.com/r/LaRTgztDGD

Questions

Please email recruitment.au@kearney.com if you have any questions or concerns.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-discrimination

Kearney prides itself on providing a culture where our employees belong and thrive equally, which means our people feel comfort, confidence, and joy as they do great things for our firm, our colleagues, and our clients. That’s why Kearney is committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment. Kearney is an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. We encourage everyone to apply, including those who may not feel historically represented in consulting.

Language Requirements

English