About the job
Department : Portfolio Value Creation
Location : Boston, MA
Compensation : $120,000 - $150,000 / year
Description
Private Equity Consulting
JOB DETAILS
Investor Group Services (IGS) invites candidates with an interest in private equity, growth strategy, commercialization, and creating value for clients to apply for the Growth & Go-To-Market (GTM) Strategy Senior Associate role.
Growth & GTM Strategy Senior Associate (Full-Time)
- Start Date : As soon as possible
- Eligibility : Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in revenue operations, growth strategy, sales strategy, or customer success.
- Work Location : Chicago, IL (preferred), Boston, MA (HQ), or New York, NY
- Work Structure : Hybrid, with light travel (typically upwards of 1 to 2 times per month). The IGS Growth & GTM Strategy Group is a consulting “travel-lite” organization.
About Igs IGS is a trusted advisor supporting investors and business leaders through transactions, growth and portfolio value creation initiatives. As a boutique advisory firm that works with private equity firms, strategic acquirers, and their portfolio companies, we help our clients assess investment opportunities across most major sectors by providing them with the data-driven insights and analysis they need to make investments in middle market companies and industries.
As part of our continued growth, we are hiring a Growth & GTM Strategy Senior Associate who will specialize in working with PE sponsors and their portfolio companies on key areas of growth strategy, including expansion & adjacency planning, commercialization, customer behavior, and sales strategy & enablement.
IGS supports clients through : M&A Due Diligence, Sell-side Industry Analysis, Growth Strategy, GTM Strategy & Pricing Strategy.
Buy-side commercial diligence on mission critical investment issues (addressable market, growth, competition, VoC) for PE & corporate acquisitions.Sell-side industry reports to assist owners, management, and their advisors / investment bankers in preparing a company for sale.Assisting portfolio company management in realizing value through accelerated organic growth, buy and build acquisition strategies and targeted quick strike value creation.Advising clients on market entry, sales and marketing alignment, channel strategy, and customer segmentation to enhance market penetration and revenue growth.Role Overview As a Growth & GTM Strategy Senior Associate, you will play a critical role on case teams, driving key analytical workstreams and collaborating closely with Consultants and Engagement Managers. You will contribute to the development of GTM and growth strategies across industries and portfolio company situations—bridging quantitative market research with strategic recommendations that improve client commercial performance.
Senior Associates take ownership of discrete workstreams and are responsible for research design, data analysis, synthesis of findings, and communication of insights to clients. This role offers an accelerated path to client management and leadership responsibilities, with significant exposure to senior client executives and investors.
Key Responsibilities
Conducting market assessments, customer segmentation, and competitive analysis to inform GTM strategies.Designing and implementing sales and marketing alignment plans, channel strategies, and customer engagement models.
Developing frameworks and tools to support clients in executing their GTM strategies effectively.Assisting in drafting client deliverables, such as growth strategy reports, commercial diligence decks, and executive presentationsAssuming a high level of responsibility on client teams as well as within firm.What You’ll Learn At IGS Senior Associates at IGS begin their careers as team members and have the opportunity for rapid career progression, including advancement within the team, exposure to client interaction, and leadership opportunities.
What Defines a Successful Candidate
Intellectual curiosity and hypothesis driven thinking to identify the best research and data to answer clients’ questions.Comfort with working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.Ability to work directly with senior management and private equity clients.Specific experience in consulting, private equity, or market assessment is preferred.Why IGS?
Play a foundational role in building a new practice area at a high-growth boutique.Work directly with decision-makers and drive strategic impact.Collaborate in a close-knit, ambitious team environment.What We Look For Interests & Mindset We seek candidates who are intellectually curious, driven, and excited about working in a collaborative environment, with interests in :
Private equity, growth strategy, and commercialization topicsAssessing investment and growth opportunities for private equity firms and corporate clientsGaining an in-depth understanding of a wide variety of industriesConducting primary and secondary research to better understand marketsCreating complex analyses to answer clients’ key questionsSynthesizing quantitative and qualitative results to be presented to clientsAssuming a high level of responsibility by managing primary research teamsWorking in a dynamic, collegial settingQualifications
Bachelor's degree required; a focus in economics, business, finance, or a quantitative field is a plus3-5 years of experience in revenue operations, growth strategy, sales strategy, or customer success.Prior consulting experience or portfolio operations experience is a plusStrong academic record (GPA 3.5+ preferred)High proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is a plusExceptional research and analytical experienceQuick learner, self-starter, and hands-on contributorIntellectual curiosity and a drive to solve complex business problemsDemonstrated ability to synthesize quantitative and qualitative data into actionable insights.Very strong data analytics skills and capabilities (familiarity with statistical modeling, programming, etc.)Strong ability to navigate financial statements, including the ability to build pro-forma P&L’sComfort with ambiguity and tight timelinesExceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize insights into clear, actionable recommendationsProven ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver high-quality output in a fast-paced, collaborative settingBenefits Professional Development Upon joining the firm, Senior Associates participate in a hands-on orientation program. More seasoned members of the firm provide an overview of the case process from start to finish, including designing and conducting research, data analysis, and Excel and PowerPoint training.
Ongoing Training In addition to “on-the-job” training, the firm delivers training sessions throughout the year, led by members of the management team and more experienced team members. Topics cover skill development areas including market modeling and more complex analyses, software tools tips and tricks, research strategies, and presentation skills.
Peer Mentorship Program IGS pairs new Senior Associates with a mentor to provide practical, real-time guidance and training.
Development Assessments GTM Senior Associates receive frequent, informal feedback on their progress and development. These assessments provide coaching and actionable suggestions for the improvement of an individual’s skill and career development.
Compensation
Pay range expected for the position : $120,000 – $150,000 USD annually (the position level and compensation for this role will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications)Pay is issued on a semi-monthly basisIGS also offers an annual discretionary bonus tied to individual and company performance, along with a comprehensive benefits package and a potential starting bonusBenefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options401(k) retirement plan with employer contributionPaid time off and company holidaysCollaborative, collegial work environmentAdditional Information
IGS does sponsor employees for H-1B visas at this timeIGS is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer#J-18808-Ljbffr