Consultant Jobs in California
Consultant jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in management consulting, technology consulting, and financial advisory, with demand at every level from entry-level analyst through senior partner. The largest hiring metros are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose, where firms like Deloitte, McKinsey, and Accenture maintain major offices and continuous hiring pipelines. Specializations seeing the most consistent openings include IT consulting, healthcare strategy, and ESG advisory. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What We'll Bring to the Table:
- Friendly, dynamic work environment - Includes certification as a Great Place to Work® (six years in a row!) along with Climate Neutral Status
- Competitive salary including merit-based bonus plan
- Flexible Work Program
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Company-funded professional educational program
- Visible management commitment to our company core values of: Diversity & Inclusion, Environmental, Community and Employee Wellbeing, Excellent Work Product, Innovation, Integrity and Superior Customer Experience
- Generous benefits including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401K with matching Company contributions
- PTO
- Community Support Program including VTO and donations with Company match
- Employee Recognition Program
Perr&Knight is looking for a Consultant to join their PK1Cloud Services department.
What You'll be Doing:
- Developing mapping documentation for bureau specified compliance submission files to be utilized by programming staff
- Developing test case scenarios to be input into client systems to prove out the mapping documentation
- Developing balancing documentation/routines to further verify the validity of the data feeds being produced
- Testing feeds with the applicable bureaus and track any issues that arise
- Troubleshooting issues that arise during development or bureau testing and come up with solutions to address the issues
- Reviewing project plans and assist in development of project scope, schedule, and resources
- Attending, and possibly leading, client meetings as necessary and appropriate
- Directing clients and coordinating introductions to other Perr&Knight practice areas, as appropriate
What You'll Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in P&C insurance
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in business analyst, product management or product development
- Ability to work in a deadline driven, agile environment
- Exceptional communication and reporting skills
- Expert in working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Teams)
- Experience building SQL queries to mine data
- Knowledge of, and experience with, insurance products, insurance software applications (policy, billing and claims), insurance operations, and industry reporting rules and requirements embedded in the statistical plans and edit packages as outlined by ISO, AAIS, ISS, NISS, etc
About Perr&Knight:
For over 30 years, Perr&Knight has provided exemplary insurance consulting and software solutions to the property & casualty and life, accident & health industries. Services include actuarial consulting, risk strategies & solutions, applied AI consulting, product development, insurance policy and forms consulting, regulatory compliance, compliance and operational assessments/training, state filings, licensing, technology consulting, statistical reporting, data services, predictive analytics, and bureau monitoring & maintenance. Software includes StateFilings.com, the leading cloud-based state filings management solution. With offices nationwide and more than 150 insurance professionals, including 30+ credentialed actuaries, Perr&Knight is among the largest independent actuarial and insurance consulting firms in the United States. Our mission as an actuarial and insurance operations consulting firm is to provide extraordinary value to our clients by offering innovative and unique solutions to complex challenges they face while providing a positive and motivating work environment for our employees that respects diversity and recognizes ingenuity and hard work.
Perr&Knight is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion and diversity. Perr&Knight does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Perr&Knight will also provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@perrknight.com
What We'll Bring to the Table:
- Friendly, dynamic work environment - Includes certification as a Great Place to Work® (six years in a row!) along with Climate Neutral Status
- Competitive salary including merit-based bonus plan
- Flexible Work Program
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Company-funded professional educational program
- Visible management commitment to our company core values of: Diversity & Inclusion, Environmental, Community and Employee Wellbeing, Excellent Work Product, Innovation, Integrity and Superior Customer Experience
- Generous benefits including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401K with matching Company contributions
- PTO
- Community Support Program including VTO and donations with Company match
- Employee Recognition Program
Perr&Knight is looking for a Consultant to join their PK1Cloud Services department.
What You'll be Doing:
- Developing mapping documentation for bureau specified compliance submission files to be utilized by programming staff
- Developing test case scenarios to be input into client systems to prove out the mapping documentation
- Developing balancing documentation/routines to further verify the validity of the data feeds being produced
- Testing feeds with the applicable bureaus and track any issues that arise
- Troubleshooting issues that arise during development or bureau testing and come up with solutions to address the issues
- Reviewing project plans and assist in development of project scope, schedule, and resources
- Attending, and possibly leading, client meetings as necessary and appropriate
- Directing clients and coordinating introductions to other Perr&Knight practice areas, as appropriate
What You'll Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in P&C insurance
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in business analyst, product management or product development
- Ability to work in a deadline driven, agile environment
- Exceptional communication and reporting skills
- Expert in working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Teams)
- Experience building SQL queries to mine data
- Knowledge of, and experience with, insurance products, insurance software applications (policy, billing and claims), insurance operations, and industry reporting rules and requirements embedded in the statistical plans and edit packages as outlined by ISO, AAIS, ISS, NISS, etc
About Perr&Knight:
For over 30 years, Perr&Knight has provided exemplary insurance consulting and software solutions to the property & casualty and life, accident & health industries. Services include actuarial consulting, risk strategies & solutions, applied AI consulting, product development, insurance policy and forms consulting, regulatory compliance, compliance and operational assessments/training, state filings, licensing, technology consulting, statistical reporting, data services, predictive analytics, and bureau monitoring & maintenance. Software includes StateFilings.com, the leading cloud-based state filings management solution. With offices nationwide and more than 150 insurance professionals, including 30+ credentialed actuaries, Perr&Knight is among the largest independent actuarial and insurance consulting firms in the United States. Our mission as an actuarial and insurance operations consulting firm is to provide extraordinary value to our clients by offering innovative and unique solutions to complex challenges they face while providing a positive and motivating work environment for our employees that respects diversity and recognizes ingenuity and hard work.
Perr&Knight is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion and diversity. Perr&Knight does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Perr&Knight will also provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@perrknight.com
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Consultant Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Alvarez & Marsal93
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)90
- Bank of America87
- KPMG84
- JPMorganChase74
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services886
- Technology & Software491
- Accounting & Auditing349
- Banking & Financial Services165
- Investment & Asset Management157
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in consultant jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business, economics, engineering, or a related field required
- Three or more years of consulting or relevant industry experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and deliver project outcomes
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Experience working in cross-functional teams across multiple concurrent projects
Consultant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a consultant in California?
Most consultant roles in California require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, finance, or engineering, though management consulting firms frequently prefer an MBA from an accredited program. California has no statewide license specifically for general management or IT consultants, but those advising in regulated areas such as accounting or financial planning must hold a California CPA license or FINRA registration. Building a specialization through industry certification and client-facing project experience is the standard hiring path.
How much do consultants make in California?
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 consultants in California?
Employers hiring consultants in California right now include Alvarez & Marsal, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and Bank of America, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and technology firms means demand for strategy, operations, and IT consultants remains strong across both established firms and boutique advisory practices.
Which California cities have the most consultant jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego account for the largest share of consultant openings in California. San Francisco and San Jose are driven by the technology and venture-backed sectors, Los Angeles draws demand from entertainment, media, and healthcare strategy, and the presence of major professional services firms in each metro sustains openings at multiple seniority levels throughout the year.
Are there remote consultant jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 25% of consultant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of most consulting work. Strategy, IT, and financial consulting roles are most likely to offer remote arrangements, while operations and on-site implementation engagements typically require in-person presence at client locations.
How can I get hired as a consultant in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an analyst or associate program at a large professional services firm. Deloitte, Accenture, and KPMG all run structured new-graduate analyst programs with California offices in Los Angeles and San Francisco that hire candidates directly from university. A relevant internship, a strong analytical portfolio, or an adjacent role in financial analysis, project coordination, or business operations provides a practical lateral move. Obtaining a certification such as a Project Management Professional credential strengthens an application significantly without prior consulting titles.
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 openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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