Business Consultant Jobs in California
Business Consultant jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in management consulting, technology strategy, and financial advisory work across entry-level analyst positions through senior principal roles. The largest hiring activity is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose, where firms like Deloitte, McKinsey, and Accenture maintain major California offices and recruit continuously. In-demand specialties include digital transformation, operations improvement, and supply chain strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location: Los Angeles
Other locations: Primary Location Only
Salary: Competitive
Date: 10 Jun 2026
Job description
Requisition ID: 1716153
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Consultant - Business Consulting – Transformation Architecture – Healthcare Operations (Manager) (Multiple Positions) (1716153), Ernst & Young U.S. LLP, Los Angeles, CA.
Provide business consulting services to help clients in the healthcare industry improve payer (Health Plan) and/or provider (Health System) operations. Generate standard or custom reports summarizing business, financial, or economic data for review by health care executives, functional leaders, healthcare providers, other clinicians, and staff. Synthesize current business intelligence or trend data to support recommendations for action. Work collaboratively with health care executives, functional leaders, healthcare providers, other clinicians, and staff to assess, design, and implement Business Performance Management, Analytics Enablement, Process Improvement, Cost reduction, Technology Implementation, and/or Enterprise Transformation that help clients in the healthcare industry define and plan effective execution of their strategic direction and vision. Collaborate with healthcare teams and work with a broad spectrum of not-for-profit and for-profit healthcare clients, including health systems, HMOs and health insurance companies. Assist in generating margin within existing healthcare clients and in developing new prospects at the “C” and executive level of large healthcare companies. Advise clients on maintaining or updating business intelligence tools, databases, dashboards, systems, business processes or methods that enable sustainable and measurable improvements. Develop process flows depicting pain points in the business process, conduct detailed analyses to draw conclusions, and develop recommendations for improvement. Assist clients with planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance measuring, and reporting services. Advise clients on resource utilization, and the assumptions underlying budget forecasts. Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses.
Manage and motivate teams of professionals with diverse skills and backgrounds. Consistently deliver quality client services by monitoring progress. Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge. Maintain long-term client relationships and networks. Cultivate business development opportunities.
Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Healthcare Administration, Health Sciences, Medical Informatics, Nursing or a related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate related work experience. Alternatively, will accept a Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Healthcare Administration, Health Sciences, Medical Informatics, Nursing or a related field and 4 years of related work experience.
Must have 4 years of one or a combination of the following:
- healthcare industry experience
- experience providing advisory services to clients in the healthcare industry
- experience providing consulting services to clients in the healthcare industry.
Must have 2 years of experience with ALL the following:
- healthcare operations organization strategy, operating model design and deployment
- healthcare operations transformation strategy and design
- healthcare operations business case development
- transformation strategy and design.
Must have 2 years of experience managing client relationships within the healthcare industry.
Must have 2 years of experience in ALL the following:
- Healthcare operations engagement planning, budgeting, and work plan development;
- Mobilizing and managing healthcare engagement teams;
- Defining healthcare operations deliverable structures and content;
- Facilitating buy-in of proposed solutions from top management levels at the client;
- Managing the quality delivery of healthcare operations work products;
- Managing engagement economics and engagement risk;
- MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio; and
- Project Management, including experience with MS Project.
Must have 3 years of experience writing and delivering healthcare operations strategy impact presentations for clients, executives and senior managers in Power Point.
Must have 2 years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing data driven solutions for the healthcare industry, including in one or a combination of any of the following: computerized healthcare provider systems, managed care payer systems, and/or health information management systems.
Must have 2 years of experience in one or a combination of the following: managing teams of industry and/or consulting professionals providing services to clients in the healthcare industry.
Requires domestic travel up to 80% to serve client needs.
Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.
What we offer
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary for this job is $179,410.00 per year. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.
EY | Building a better working world
EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.
Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.
Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.
For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, type Option 2 (HR-related inquiries) and then type Option 1 (HR Shared Services Center), which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team or email SSC Customer Support at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
This particular position at Ernst & Young in the United States requires the qualified candidate to be a "United States worker" as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor regulations at 20 CFR 656.3. You can review this definition at https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title20-vol3/pdf/CFR-2011-title20-vol3-sec656-3.pdf at the bottom of page 750. Please feel free to apply to other positions that do not require you to be a "U.S. worker".
Location: Los Angeles
Other locations: Primary Location Only
Salary: Competitive
Date: 10 Jun 2026
Job description
Requisition ID: 1716153
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Consultant - Business Consulting – Transformation Architecture – Healthcare Operations (Manager) (Multiple Positions) (1716153), Ernst & Young U.S. LLP, Los Angeles, CA.
Provide business consulting services to help clients in the healthcare industry improve payer (Health Plan) and/or provider (Health System) operations. Generate standard or custom reports summarizing business, financial, or economic data for review by health care executives, functional leaders, healthcare providers, other clinicians, and staff. Synthesize current business intelligence or trend data to support recommendations for action. Work collaboratively with health care executives, functional leaders, healthcare providers, other clinicians, and staff to assess, design, and implement Business Performance Management, Analytics Enablement, Process Improvement, Cost reduction, Technology Implementation, and/or Enterprise Transformation that help clients in the healthcare industry define and plan effective execution of their strategic direction and vision. Collaborate with healthcare teams and work with a broad spectrum of not-for-profit and for-profit healthcare clients, including health systems, HMOs and health insurance companies. Assist in generating margin within existing healthcare clients and in developing new prospects at the “C” and executive level of large healthcare companies. Advise clients on maintaining or updating business intelligence tools, databases, dashboards, systems, business processes or methods that enable sustainable and measurable improvements. Develop process flows depicting pain points in the business process, conduct detailed analyses to draw conclusions, and develop recommendations for improvement. Assist clients with planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance measuring, and reporting services. Advise clients on resource utilization, and the assumptions underlying budget forecasts. Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses.
Manage and motivate teams of professionals with diverse skills and backgrounds. Consistently deliver quality client services by monitoring progress. Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge. Maintain long-term client relationships and networks. Cultivate business development opportunities.
Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Healthcare Administration, Health Sciences, Medical Informatics, Nursing or a related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate related work experience. Alternatively, will accept a Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Healthcare Administration, Health Sciences, Medical Informatics, Nursing or a related field and 4 years of related work experience.
Must have 4 years of one or a combination of the following:
- healthcare industry experience
- experience providing advisory services to clients in the healthcare industry
- experience providing consulting services to clients in the healthcare industry.
Must have 2 years of experience with ALL the following:
- healthcare operations organization strategy, operating model design and deployment
- healthcare operations transformation strategy and design
- healthcare operations business case development
- transformation strategy and design.
Must have 2 years of experience managing client relationships within the healthcare industry.
Must have 2 years of experience in ALL the following:
- Healthcare operations engagement planning, budgeting, and work plan development;
- Mobilizing and managing healthcare engagement teams;
- Defining healthcare operations deliverable structures and content;
- Facilitating buy-in of proposed solutions from top management levels at the client;
- Managing the quality delivery of healthcare operations work products;
- Managing engagement economics and engagement risk;
- MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio; and
- Project Management, including experience with MS Project.
Must have 3 years of experience writing and delivering healthcare operations strategy impact presentations for clients, executives and senior managers in Power Point.
Must have 2 years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing data driven solutions for the healthcare industry, including in one or a combination of any of the following: computerized healthcare provider systems, managed care payer systems, and/or health information management systems.
Must have 2 years of experience in one or a combination of the following: managing teams of industry and/or consulting professionals providing services to clients in the healthcare industry.
Requires domestic travel up to 80% to serve client needs.
Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.
What we offer
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary for this job is $179,410.00 per year. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.
EY | Building a better working world
EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.
Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.
Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.
For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, type Option 2 (HR-related inquiries) and then type Option 1 (HR Shared Services Center), which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team or email SSC Customer Support at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
This particular position at Ernst & Young in the United States requires the qualified candidate to be a "United States worker" as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor regulations at 20 CFR 656.3. You can review this definition at https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title20-vol3/pdf/CFR-2011-title20-vol3-sec656-3.pdf at the bottom of page 750. Please feel free to apply to other positions that do not require you to be a "U.S. worker".
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Business Consultant Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Alvarez & Marsal89
- KPMG48
- BKF Engineers40
- Bank of America35
- Carmax Business Services24
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services457
- Technology & Software254
- Accounting & Auditing216
- Investment & Asset Management91
- Banking & Financial Services84
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business consultant jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business, management, economics, or a related field required
- Two or more years of consulting, strategy, or analytical experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and deliver project outcomes
- Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Professional certification such as PMP, CMC, or Six Sigma is a common differentiator
Business Consultant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a business consultant in California?
Most business consultant roles in California require at minimum a bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or a related field, with no state-issued license required for general consulting practice. Earning a Certified Management Consultant designation through the Institute of Management Consultants USA strengthens candidacy significantly. California employers also value demonstrated project experience, so building a portfolio through internships, case competitions, or contract work at Bay Area or LA-based firms is a concrete starting point.
How much do business consultants make in California?
Business consultants in California earn a median of about $101,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,360 for the lowest 10% to over $174,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire business consultants in California?
Employers hiring business consultants in California right now include Alvarez & Marsal, KPMG, and BKF Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's density of technology headquarters, financial services firms, and healthcare systems means demand for consultants is consistent across both large global firms and regional boutique practices.
Which California cities have the most business consultant jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego have the most business consultant openings in California. The concentration follows California's major economic anchors: San Francisco and San Jose draw consulting demand from technology and venture-backed companies, Los Angeles from entertainment, media, and large enterprise clients, and San Diego from defense, biotech, and healthcare organizations that regularly engage external strategy support.
Are there remote business consultant jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. Business consulting is heavily desk-based and deliverable-driven, which makes it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 30% of business consultant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly the profession has adopted flexible work models. Strategy, research, and analysis work transfers most cleanly to remote settings, while client-facing implementation phases often require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a business consultant in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an analyst or associate consultant role at a firm with a structured new-graduate program, such as the analyst cohorts that large consulting practices in San Francisco and Los Angeles run each year. Lateral moves from roles like financial analyst, project coordinator, or business operations specialist are common and well recognized by California hiring managers. A strong case interview performance and a demonstrated ability to structure problems, through coursework, internships, or a visible portfolio, matters more than years of experience at the entry level.
Where can I find and apply to business consultant jobs in California?
You can find and apply to business consultant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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