Consulting Firms Are Still Hiring Entry-Level Workers, Data Shows. But They’re Looking for a New Set of Skills.
Business Insider · June 15, 2026
““We continue to see high demand for talent in AI implementation, digital transformation, and data, while salary growth for traditional generalist roles remains relatively muted.” — Namaan Mian, COO, Management Consulted”
Business Insider featured Management Consulted’s research and COO Namaan Mian to explain how AI is reshaping entry-level consulting hiring. The article highlights rising demand for AI, digital transformation, and data specialists while using Management Consulted’s offer-based compensation data to show that entry-level pay at major consulting firms has remained relatively stable.