Consultant Jobs in California

Consultant jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in management, technology, strategy, and environmental consulting across a broad range of seniority levels from analyst to principal. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established firms such as Deloitte, McKinsey and Company, and KPMG maintain significant California operations. The most in-demand specialties include IT and digital transformation consulting, environmental and sustainability consulting, and financial and operational strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles345+
Top employerCarMax
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring126
Work type45% On-site
Top industryAutomotive

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Protiviti
Technology Audit & Advisory Senior Consultant
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Technology Audit & Advisory Senior Consultant
Protiviti
San Jose, California
Consulting & Professional Services
Compliance & Legal
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Audit
$96k - $157k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer
Sales Consultant Part-Time
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Sales Consultant Part-Time
Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer
Costa Mesa, California
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$40k - $64k/yr
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Financial Solutions Consultant - Remote
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Financial Solutions Consultant - Remote
Karis Legacy Group
San Jose, California
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$0.01 - $50k/yr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED

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Retirement Consultant - Remote
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Retirement Consultant - Remote
Karis Legacy Group
San Jose, California
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
Cybersecurity
$0.01 - $50k/yr
Hybrid

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Kaiser Permanente
Sr Mgr, Clinical Consulting
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Sr Mgr, Clinical Consulting
Kaiser Permanente
Pleasanton, California
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$170k - $220k/yr
Master's degree in public administration
10,000+

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Consultant Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Escondido
7 jobs
Pleasanton
7 jobs
Riverside
6 jobs

Consultant Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • CarMax
    CarMax30
  • Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer
    Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer18
  • AT&T
    AT&T13
  • Sunrun
    Sunrun9
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Accounting & Auditing

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in consultant jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Relevant California industry experience in technology, healthcare, finance, or government sectors
  • Demonstrated project management skills with exposure to client-facing engagements
  • Proficiency with data analysis tools, enterprise software, or industry-standard consulting frameworks
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings to California clients
  • Advanced degree such as an MBA preferred for senior or strategy-focused consultant roles

Consultant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a consultant in California?

Most consultant roles in California require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business administration, engineering, information systems, or finance. For specialized areas, additional credentials matter: management consultants often pursue an MBA, environmental consultants may need registration with California's Department of Toxic Substances Control, and IT consultants benefit from vendor certifications. Building a portfolio of project work or obtaining a Project Management Professional credential strengthens candidacy across most sectors.

Which companies hire consultants in California?

Companies currently hiring consultants in California include CarMax, Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer, and AT&T, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of technology, healthcare, and public-sector clients means demand stays consistent across both global consulting firms and specialized regional boutiques.

Which California cities have the most consultant jobs?

Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the largest share of consultant openings in California. Los Angeles draws volume from entertainment, healthcare, and government clients, San Francisco and the broader Bay Area are anchored by technology and venture-backed companies, and San Diego's defense contractors and life sciences sector support steady consulting demand. Smaller hubs reflect the industries dominant in their regions rather than population size alone.

Are there remote consultant jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. Consulting work is heavily deliverable-based and client-facing on a project cadence, which makes it well-suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 55% of consultant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how widely distributed California's client base is. Strategy, IT, and financial consulting roles are the most likely to offer location flexibility, while on-site engagements are more common in environmental, construction, and healthcare settings.

How can I get hired as a consultant in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is targeting analyst or associate consultant programs at large firms with California offices, where new graduates from California universities are actively recruited. Deloitte, Accenture, and KPMG run structured entry-level cohorts out of their Los Angeles and San Francisco offices. Candidates without direct consulting experience can also move laterally from roles in finance, operations, or project coordination. A relevant internship, a case-competition portfolio, or a PMP or Six Sigma certification gives early-career candidates a measurable edge in California screening processes.

Where can I find and apply to consultant jobs in California?

You can find and apply to 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 without creating an account or signing up.

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