Business Consultant Jobs in Ohio
Business Consultant jobs in Ohio are in steady demand, with strong hiring activity concentrated in management consulting, operational improvement, and IT advisory work at every level from entry-level analyst through senior principal. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where established firms like Deloitte, Accenture, and Nationwide Insurance routinely staff consulting engagements across financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing. Process transformation and data analytics are the most in-demand specialties right now, reflecting Ohio's mix of large corporate headquarters and legacy industrial operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As a Senior Business Insights Consultant supporting the Office of the Chief Legal Officer (OCLO), you will serve as the lead analytics and reporting consultant responsible for delivering business intelligence solutions that support OCLO senior leadership, Corporate Operations and Litigation Legal, as well as other areas of OCLO. This role owns the development, maintenance, and enhancement of a broad portfolio of operational and financial reporting, dashboards, and analytics products derived from OCLO's matter management system and other data sources. The position requires a blend of advanced technical expertise, business consulting, and strategic analytical thinking to transform complex data into actionable insights that drive organizational decision-making and operational performance.
Technical Expertise
- Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, Dataiku, Cognos, SQL, and Python, with the ability to design, develop, and maintain complex analytics solutions, automated reporting processes, dashboards, and scalable data products.
- Experience integrating data from multiple enterprise systems and data sources, including structured and unstructured datasets, to support business intelligence and operational measurement initiatives.
- Ability to apply statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data engineering practices to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and actionable business insights.
- Strong understanding of data governance, data quality management, and documentation standards to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of reporting and analytics solutions.
Business Intelligence & Analytics Leadership
- Leads the design and implementation of enterprise reporting strategies, data visualizations, and performance measurement frameworks that support strategic business objectives.
- Serves as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on analytics capabilities, data visualization best practices, and business intelligence tools.
- Partners with business leaders, technology teams, and data stakeholders to translate complex business questions into analytic solutions and actionable recommendations.
- Evaluates and recommends new technologies, methodologies, and analytical approaches to enhance organizational reporting and measurement capabilities.
Project Leadership
- Provides technical analysis, promoting best practices in data analytics, visualization, and reporting development.
- Leads large-scale or highly complex analytics initiatives, including project planning, stakeholder management, requirements gathering, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
- Drives continuous improvement efforts through automation, process optimization, and innovative analytic solutions that increase efficiency and business value.
Preferred Experience
- Experience within the insurance, financial services, or highly regulated industries.
- Experience developing executive-level dashboards and KPI frameworks for operational, financial, and strategic decision-making.
- Experience working within cloud-based analytics ecosystems and modern data platforms.
** This position has a preferred office location in Columbus, OH working a hybrid schedule. Remote candidates will be considered with substantial skills and experience.**
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Job Description Summary
We are a versatile group of individuals, working together to meet the needs of our customers. We value knowledge, analytical aptitude and collaboration. If you thrive in a busy, engaging work environment, we want to know more about you!As a Senior Consultant, you'll structure and lead large financial and operational measurement projects across one or more business units and effectively synthesize measurement results to improve business outcomes. You'll be responsible for growing and evolving the business partner relationship and service management profession to maximize effectiveness and may be responsible for the business unit financial and operational measurement strategy or project portfolio.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Builds and maintains relationships and serves as trusted business advisor to leaders, clients, internal risk partners and other stakeholders. Creates partnerships across the company to ensure methodologies and assumptions used are aligned with corporate practices.
Crafts, packages and communicates financial and operational measurement work by developing new statistical and visual solutions.
Participates in the development of scope, risk/control matrix, project timelines and assignments. Work may span more than one project or focus area.
Owns the development of financial and operational measurement strategies for the business unit. Consults with business leaders to understand, align and deliver measurement work that supports business objectives and priorities.
Builds business intelligence applications using statistical, database and/or general programming languages and tools. Uses technology for data management, report automation and/or ad hoc reporting for end users.
Prepares reports and uses information systems, software and related sources of information. Trains other users on report preparation and database access. Consults on monitoring external sources, crafting custom reports, compiling and summarizing information, producing supporting documentation and exhibits and verification of information received from external sources.
Manages special projects and serves as data/technical lead and contact for team members and associates from other areas of the company.
Contributes to the continuous improvement of department processes through ongoing initiatives.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Reporting Relationships: Reports to Director/Associate Vice President and may have the opportunity to lead a small team of Business Insight professionals.
Typical Skills and Experiences:
Education: Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information, business, mathematics or related field with post-graduate studies preferred.
Experience: Typically, 10 or more years of experience in data visualization, financial and operational measurement and data extraction queries. Detailed experience with data extraction problem solving; working with large structured and unstructured data sets and databases to create understandable and relevant measures. Professional experience in insurance, financial services or a related industry preferred.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: In-depth knowledge of business policies and procedures, customer service concepts and practices. Sophisticated understanding of and working knowledge to build and maintain ad hoc and standard reports, including data visualization and business intelligence tools. Advanced knowledge on conducting data management and extraction of data for functional and operational measurement. Strong communication skills for interactions with others. Ability to understand functional and operational measurement needs, analyze data requests and interpret business problems into solutions. Ability to work under tight time constraints. Capable of developing distinctive and understandable data visualizations.
Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.
Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner.
Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values.
Job Conditions:
Overtime Eligibility: Exempt (Not eligible)
Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Occasional travel, non-standard or extended work may be required based on project needs.
ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.
We currently anticipate accepting applications until 09/11/2026. However, we encourage early submissions, as the posting may close sooner if a strong candidate slate is identified before the deadline.Benefits
We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more.
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.
This position could be filled within any of the lower 48 U.S. states. Smoke-Free Iowa Statement: Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with the Iowa Smokefree Air Act. Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on or around company premises as well as company issued vehicles. The company offers designated smoking areas in which smoking is permitted at each individual location. The Act prohibits retaliation for reporting complaints or violations. For more information on the Iowa Smokefree Air Act, individuals may contact the Smokefree Air Act Helpline at 888-944-2247.For NY residents please review the following state law information: Notice of Employee Rights, Protections, and Obligations LS740 (ny.gov) https://dol.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/02/ls740_1.pdf
NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES:
We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. Nationwide does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. All resumes submitted by employment agencies directly to any Nationwide employee or hiring manager in any form without a signed Nationwide Client Services Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is subsequently hired as a result of the referral or through other means.
Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. If a Sales job, Sales Incentives, based on performance goals are possible in addition to this range. Note on Compensation for Part-Time Roles: Please be aware that the salary ranges listed below reflect full-time compensation. Actual compensation may be prorated based on the number of hours worked relative to a full-time schedule. The national salary range for Sr Consultant, Business Insights : $138,000.00-$243,000.00 The expected starting salary range for Sr Consultant, Business Insights : $138,000.00 - $206,000.00- Job Category Business Consulting & Analysis
- Position Type Full Time
- Posted 2026-09-04T16:17:00.998403+00:00
- Location(s)
- Ohio - Columbus, One Nationwide Plaza
- United States - Remote
- Line of Business
- Entity
- Recruiter
- Hiring Manager
- Experience Level
- Req ID 100068
As a Senior Business Insights Consultant supporting the Office of the Chief Legal Officer (OCLO), you will serve as the lead analytics and reporting consultant responsible for delivering business intelligence solutions that support OCLO senior leadership, Corporate Operations and Litigation Legal, as well as other areas of OCLO. This role owns the development, maintenance, and enhancement of a broad portfolio of operational and financial reporting, dashboards, and analytics products derived from OCLO's matter management system and other data sources. The position requires a blend of advanced technical expertise, business consulting, and strategic analytical thinking to transform complex data into actionable insights that drive organizational decision-making and operational performance.
Technical Expertise
- Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, Dataiku, Cognos, SQL, and Python, with the ability to design, develop, and maintain complex analytics solutions, automated reporting processes, dashboards, and scalable data products.
- Experience integrating data from multiple enterprise systems and data sources, including structured and unstructured datasets, to support business intelligence and operational measurement initiatives.
- Ability to apply statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data engineering practices to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and actionable business insights.
- Strong understanding of data governance, data quality management, and documentation standards to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of reporting and analytics solutions.
Business Intelligence & Analytics Leadership
- Leads the design and implementation of enterprise reporting strategies, data visualizations, and performance measurement frameworks that support strategic business objectives.
- Serves as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on analytics capabilities, data visualization best practices, and business intelligence tools.
- Partners with business leaders, technology teams, and data stakeholders to translate complex business questions into analytic solutions and actionable recommendations.
- Evaluates and recommends new technologies, methodologies, and analytical approaches to enhance organizational reporting and measurement capabilities.
Project Leadership
- Provides technical analysis, promoting best practices in data analytics, visualization, and reporting development.
- Leads large-scale or highly complex analytics initiatives, including project planning, stakeholder management, requirements gathering, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
- Drives continuous improvement efforts through automation, process optimization, and innovative analytic solutions that increase efficiency and business value.
Preferred Experience
- Experience within the insurance, financial services, or highly regulated industries.
- Experience developing executive-level dashboards and KPI frameworks for operational, financial, and strategic decision-making.
- Experience working within cloud-based analytics ecosystems and modern data platforms.
** This position has a preferred office location in Columbus, OH working a hybrid schedule. Remote candidates will be considered with substantial skills and experience.**
#LI-BG1
Job Description Summary
We are a versatile group of individuals, working together to meet the needs of our customers. We value knowledge, analytical aptitude and collaboration. If you thrive in a busy, engaging work environment, we want to know more about you!As a Senior Consultant, you'll structure and lead large financial and operational measurement projects across one or more business units and effectively synthesize measurement results to improve business outcomes. You'll be responsible for growing and evolving the business partner relationship and service management profession to maximize effectiveness and may be responsible for the business unit financial and operational measurement strategy or project portfolio.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Builds and maintains relationships and serves as trusted business advisor to leaders, clients, internal risk partners and other stakeholders. Creates partnerships across the company to ensure methodologies and assumptions used are aligned with corporate practices.
Crafts, packages and communicates financial and operational measurement work by developing new statistical and visual solutions.
Participates in the development of scope, risk/control matrix, project timelines and assignments. Work may span more than one project or focus area.
Owns the development of financial and operational measurement strategies for the business unit. Consults with business leaders to understand, align and deliver measurement work that supports business objectives and priorities.
Builds business intelligence applications using statistical, database and/or general programming languages and tools. Uses technology for data management, report automation and/or ad hoc reporting for end users.
Prepares reports and uses information systems, software and related sources of information. Trains other users on report preparation and database access. Consults on monitoring external sources, crafting custom reports, compiling and summarizing information, producing supporting documentation and exhibits and verification of information received from external sources.
Manages special projects and serves as data/technical lead and contact for team members and associates from other areas of the company.
Contributes to the continuous improvement of department processes through ongoing initiatives.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Reporting Relationships: Reports to Director/Associate Vice President and may have the opportunity to lead a small team of Business Insight professionals.
Typical Skills and Experiences:
Education: Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information, business, mathematics or related field with post-graduate studies preferred.
Experience: Typically, 10 or more years of experience in data visualization, financial and operational measurement and data extraction queries. Detailed experience with data extraction problem solving; working with large structured and unstructured data sets and databases to create understandable and relevant measures. Professional experience in insurance, financial services or a related industry preferred.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: In-depth knowledge of business policies and procedures, customer service concepts and practices. Sophisticated understanding of and working knowledge to build and maintain ad hoc and standard reports, including data visualization and business intelligence tools. Advanced knowledge on conducting data management and extraction of data for functional and operational measurement. Strong communication skills for interactions with others. Ability to understand functional and operational measurement needs, analyze data requests and interpret business problems into solutions. Ability to work under tight time constraints. Capable of developing distinctive and understandable data visualizations.
Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.
Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner.
Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values.
Job Conditions:
Overtime Eligibility: Exempt (Not eligible)
Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Occasional travel, non-standard or extended work may be required based on project needs.
ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.
We currently anticipate accepting applications until 09/11/2026. However, we encourage early submissions, as the posting may close sooner if a strong candidate slate is identified before the deadline.Benefits
We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more.
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.
This position could be filled within any of the lower 48 U.S. states. Smoke-Free Iowa Statement: Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with the Iowa Smokefree Air Act. Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on or around company premises as well as company issued vehicles. The company offers designated smoking areas in which smoking is permitted at each individual location. The Act prohibits retaliation for reporting complaints or violations. For more information on the Iowa Smokefree Air Act, individuals may contact the Smokefree Air Act Helpline at 888-944-2247.For NY residents please review the following state law information: Notice of Employee Rights, Protections, and Obligations LS740 (ny.gov) https://dol.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/02/ls740_1.pdf
NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES:
We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. Nationwide does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. All resumes submitted by employment agencies directly to any Nationwide employee or hiring manager in any form without a signed Nationwide Client Services Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is subsequently hired as a result of the referral or through other means.
Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. If a Sales job, Sales Incentives, based on performance goals are possible in addition to this range. Note on Compensation for Part-Time Roles: Please be aware that the salary ranges listed below reflect full-time compensation. Actual compensation may be prorated based on the number of hours worked relative to a full-time schedule. The national salary range for Sr Consultant, Business Insights : $138,000.00-$243,000.00 The expected starting salary range for Sr Consultant, Business Insights : $138,000.00 - $206,000.00- Job Category Business Consulting & Analysis
- Position Type Full Time
- Posted 2026-09-04T16:17:00.998403+00:00
- Location(s)
- Ohio - Columbus, One Nationwide Plaza
- United States - Remote
- Line of Business
- Entity
- Recruiter
- Hiring Manager
- Experience Level
- Req ID 100068
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business consultant jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in business, management, or a closely related field required
- Two or more years of consulting, strategy, or operational analysis experience preferred
- Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
- Demonstrated ability to lead client-facing engagements and present recommendations clearly
- Project management experience, including familiarity with Agile or PMI methodologies
- Industry knowledge in financial services, healthcare, or manufacturing relevant to Ohio clients
Business Consultant Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a business consultant in Ohio?
Becoming a business consultant in Ohio typically starts with a bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related discipline, followed by entry-level analyst or associate roles at consulting firms or corporate strategy teams. Ohio does not require a state-issued license to practice general business consulting, but earning credentials such as a Project Management Professional certification or a Certified Management Consultant designation strengthens your candidacy significantly with Ohio employers.
How much do business consultants make in Ohio?
Business consultants in Ohio earn a median of about $94,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,600 for the lowest 10% to over $146,740 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire business consultants in Ohio?
Employers hiring business consultants in Ohio right now include PNC Financial Services, Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, and Ricoh, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, regional healthcare systems, and large financial institutions means consulting demand comes from both global firms staffing local engagements and major in-state employers running internal strategy teams.
Which Ohio cities have the most business consultant jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Ohio have the most business consultant openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the largest share of demand as the state capital and home to major financial, insurance, and technology employers, while Cleveland's healthcare and manufacturing base and Cincinnati's consumer goods and professional services sector generate consistent consulting work that keeps mid-sized and suburban markets active.
Are there remote business consultant jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 50% of business consultant openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves analysis, reporting, and client calls that translate well to distributed teams. Strategy, data analytics, and program management engagements tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while on-site implementation and change management projects typically require local presence.
How can I get hired as a business consultant in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for business analyst or associate consultant roles at Ohio-based firms like Deloitte's Columbus office, Accenture's Cleveland team, or the internal strategy groups at large employers such as Progressive, Fifth Third, or OhioHealth. Many of these organizations run structured new-graduate associate programs that build consulting skills on the job. Completing a relevant certification, such as a Google Data Analytics or PMP certification, and building a portfolio of case studies or process improvement projects gives candidates without direct experience a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to business consultant jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to business consultant jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly through each listing without needing to sign up or create a profile first.
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