Junior Consultant in Strategy & Data Science - New York

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, Data Analytics, Data Modeling, Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Machine learning techniques, Marketing Strategy, Optimization, Python Programming, R Programming, Statistical modeling

Job Description

We help companies rethink the way they operate, so they can reconcile financial KPIs with non-financial goals. We are uniquely specialized in creating scalable data and analytics solutions that drive high-impact optimizations in alignment with overarching brand strategy and sustainability goals.

At Ekimetrics, we believe our best assets are our people. They are what set us apart and drive our success with entrepreneurial spirit and innovation. We encourage entrepreneurial spirit and innovation. We share what we know with others, and, above all, we love what we do. These sentiments are supported by our company values which serve as pillars in our work and attitude: curiosity, creativity, excellence, transmission, and pleasure.

In our New York office, we focus particularly in Marketing Science and the deployment of our ‘MMO’ offer (Marketing Mix Optimization), either through analytics as a service or building industrialized solutions.

As a Junior Consultant you will work with international blue-chip clients across diverse industries.

As both a data scientist and consultant, you will use and develop advanced data analytics and consulting skills on your projects.

From day one, you will join a team of three to six consultants and collaborate on one to two projects simultaneously. 

You will have a hand in projects from discovery meetings to final recommendation; responsibilities include gathering and analyzing data, building statistical models, translating quantitative insights into strategic recommendations, and delivering the final results. The projects will push you to create innovative approaches as an owner and you’ll present your results directly to C-suite clients and business executives.

Our close-knit team will guide your growth to build expertise on best-practice methodologies and industry knowledge, working directly with Ekimetrics partners. Each member of our team takes a vested interest in the development of your technical skills and business acumen. Our team members continuously learn and grow through 70+ proprietary training sessions and collaboration with colleagues as coaches and mentors.

Finally, the opportunity to work for a growing, international pioneer in data science, will empower you to have an immediate impact by contributing to our passionate team.

Responsibilities:

1. Data Analysis and Model Construction

• Utilize advanced statistical techniques and best data practices to help the team progress through project work
• Develop a logical story combining data and industry knowledge to share actionable insights that will drive our clients' businesses

1. Strategic Partnerships with Clients

• Liaise daily with clients to develop a deep understanding of their business context and experience
• Deliver findings and battle plans with excellence and confidence
• Provide ad-hoc analyses that further develop projects and client relationships by parameterizing the business questions

1. Ekimetrics Life

• Support our fast growth by contributing to local and global initiatives such as Knowledge Management, Recruitment, Culture, Gender Balance and Diversity teams, Pioneering Machine Learning/AI techniques for the office, etc.

Qualifications:

We are looking for a talented, dual-profile consultant.

Data Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Statistics, Economics, Engineering or other related field, or a data science bootcamp.
• Outstanding record of academic achievement.
• 0-2 years of experience in Data Analysis / Modeling / Advanced Analytics
• Passion for data, statistics or applied mathematics
• Familiarity with modeling / optimization techniques
• Completed projects using advanced analytical methodologies and/or statistics to answer business questions
• Experience with statistical software such as R or Python (preferred).
• Consulting Skills
• Consulting experience or interest in working as a consultant
• Strong interest in marketing & business issues
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
• Self-driven and motivated to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Continuously striving for high performance
• Spanish-speaking is a plus