Point B is a business innovation firm that takes the guesswork out of transformation. We engineer your future by combining advanced technologies and industry expertise to help you reimagine your business and its processes to get ahead and stay ahead.
We're consulting done different. While others might say it, we live it—your success is our success.
We start with the challenges you face, then partner to drive to what’s right for your business, your people, and your future. The proof is in our world-class NPS score that consistently triples our competitors. We know how to listen carefully, respond with agility, and accelerate time to value.
When you partner with Point B, you’ll experience the speed and confidence needed to spot critical pivots, navigate complexity with ease, and tailor technology to fit your needs.
We're ready to start generating your future today.
The Associate is an onsite client-facing role that supports Point B by leading small
projects or a workstream within a large program. The Associate is accountable for
planning and managing the work of their workstream, identifying, and managing
risks and issues, developing documentation, and engaging with the project team
and clients to achieve project goals.
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:
• Plans, designs, and implements project/workstream plans with minimal
oversight.
• Develops project management artifacts, including work back schedules,
dependency diagrams, issue/risk logs, etc.
• Conducts data analysis to support project findings.
• Develops project deliverables and documentation in support of business
objectives.
• Plans and facilitates effective project meetings, driving discussions to necessary
resolution.
• Provides direction and collaborates effectively with business leaders, project and
technical teams.
• Communicates clearly and proactively to peers and client stakeholders.
• Listens for client needs, can speak to Point B capabilities (services, products, etc.)
at a high level, and pulls in the right support when client need is identified.
• Opportunistically engages in business development efforts by listening for client
needs and engaging with engagement/account leadership team to support
growth.
• Builds relationships through exceptional client service delivery and maintains
relationships to support Point B business development.
• Supports team effort and builds authentic relationships with individuals in work
groups and teams.
• Proactively seeks ways to support team members and help other associates and
clients achieve their professional goals.
• Consistently demonstrates and lives Point B values.
WHAT WE EXPECT YOU’VE ALREADY DONE:
• B.A. or B.S. required; MBA desired.
• 2 years of experience minimum.
• Ability to work on-site as requested.
• Ability to work remotely.
• Ability to travel up to 80%.
• Ability to work non-standard work hours as necessary.
Desired Qualifications Overview
• Demonstrated project management (PM) capability working with business and
technology projects.
• PM experience for small engagements or work stream lead for a program.
• Experience with multiple PM frameworks and tools: Agile, SDLC, Waterfall.
• Experience with one or more functional areas similar to Point B client-like
environments (e.g. department or function, small company operations).
• Experience being an effective member of a team.
• Experience with more than one relevant industry desired.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The estimated salary range for this role is $63,900 - $127,700 USD per year. This salary range is provided as required by local and state law as applicable. Individual salaries vary on a number of factors including but not limited to geography, skills, education, experience and unique qualifications where applicable.
Bonuses are awarded at Point B’s discretion and are based upon individual contributions and overall firm performance.
INTRIGUED TO LEARN MORE?
When you apply for this role, your information will be personally reviewed by our talent acquisition team (not by a robot). You can expect to hear back from us with feedback if we think there could be a fit and what next steps look like.
WHAT MAKES POINT B DIFFERENT?
We put our passion for change to work, using our purpose and values as our north star. Our teams help organizations solve their greatest challenges and created an inclusive culture that attracts and retains the world’s best talent. Be part of a collaborative culture where we build lasting relationships with each other, our customers, and our communities.
Benefits – Point B rewards high performance with a total rewards approach that includes competitive base pay, benefits, and short-and long-term incentives — as well as flexibility, leadership development opportunities, and a culture designed to help our diverse team of individuals flourish.
Employee Ownership – We give employees a voice in directing their careers and the growth of our company. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a non-contributory retirement vehicle that grows over time from annual allocations (based on individual compensation) and the value of our company.
Award winning – Point B has been consistently recognized as one of the best places to work by Fortune magazine, Great Place to Work, Consulting Magazine, BuiltIn, and many others. We are proud to be named a Best Workplace in the US by Fortune magazine, Best Workplaces for Millennials, and Best Workplaces for Women in addition to other awards regarding our workplace inclusivity.
Point B is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. You can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
Point B is committed to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, which includes providing reasonable accommodation for in any individuals with disabilities or for religious purposes. Applicants with disabilities may contact our Accommodations team at [email protected] or 206-517-5000 to request and arrange for accommodations through the application and/or recruiting process. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability or religious observance, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please note: This mailbox is only for accommodation requests or questions. Please use the Contact Us form for any recruiting inquires.
Legal Information for Job Seekers can be accessed on our Careers Website.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Point B Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
230 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60606
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