Associate Business Consultant

Job Description

Business Management Trainee | Platinum Coastal Group

The Tone:
This is an early-career role at Platinum Coastal Group, located in Waukesha, WI. The company is an expanding business management and consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations achieve sustainable growth and operational success through strategic thinking and long-term partnerships. The firm fosters a professional environment grounded in accountability, teamwork, and innovation, where employees are encouraged to grow, develop new skills, and take initiative. This position is designed for ambitious, driven individuals eager to build a strong professional foundation. It offers mentorship, hands-on experience, and a clear pathway for advancement, preparing trainees to grow into leadership roles over time.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Waukesha, WI
• Mission: This role empowers Platinum Coastal Group to deliver impactful strategic initiatives and operational improvements for clients by providing essential support in project coordination, conducting insightful market analysis, and fostering the development of foundational management expertise.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Strategic Initiatives: Support the planning and execution of strategic business initiatives and operational improvements.
• Project Coordination: Work closely with senior managers to coordinate projects and monitor progress against objectives.
• Market Research: Perform in-depth research on markets, industry trends, and competitive landscapes.
• Content Creation: Create comprehensive reports, client-facing materials, and executive presentations.
• Data Analysis: Interpret data to uncover insights, patterns, and growth opportunities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline, indicating a foundational understanding suitable for an early-career professional.
• Experience: Requires basic knowledge of project management principles and a foundational understanding of budgeting and financial analysis concepts to support core business operations and strategic planning.
• Skills: Analytical Problem Solving (combining strong analytical thinking with effective problem-solving skills); Strategic Communication (clear and professional written and verbal communication for reports, presentations, and client interactions); Project Coordination (basic knowledge of principles for tracking deadlines, deliverables, and milestones); Financial Acumen (foundational understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis concepts); Market Research (ability to conduct in-depth research on industry trends and competitive landscapes).
• Bonus: Prior internship, co-op, or academic project experience in a business setting is considered beneficial, providing practical exposure to business environments and processes.