Consultant Jobs in Missouri
Consultant jobs in Missouri are concentrated in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia, where firms like Deloitte, Accenture, and Boeing rely on management, IT, and operations consultants across their Midwest operations. Demand holds steady at every level, from entry-level analysts stepping into client-facing roles to senior advisors leading large-scale transformation engagements. The most active specialties are technology consulting, healthcare strategy, and supply chain, reflecting Missouri's strengths in financial services, life sciences, and logistics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Technology Advancement Office
Job Description
Technology Advancement Office (TAO)
MU research and scholarship often lead to new technologies, tools, therapeutics, diagnostics, compositions, processes and other inventions that can improve people’s lives. The Technology Advancement Office (TAO) partners with faculty, companies, entrepreneurs and investors to bring those innovations to market.
TAO is part of MU's Division of Research, Innovation & Impact and is currently looking for Administrative Consultant II. We work at the interface of science, business and patent law to evaluate, protect and pave the way for the translation of innovations into products, jobs and businesses.
The Administrative Consultant II, Engineering, under general direction of assigned director or administrator, manages the university’s intellectual property assets by providing professional support in the identification, patenting, licensing, marketing, and reporting of university intellectual property.
The Administrative Consultant II, Engineering, will ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and University policies; identifies, evaluates, and protects researcher's intellectual properties, including outreach to faculty to stimulate disclosures; guide faculty on protection processes; and evaluate prior art and intellectual property patent research activities, having extensive interaction with patent attorneys and potential licensees.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Invention Disclosure Management:
- Manage/support the invention disclosure process, including outreach efforts within MU to educate faculty and staff on technology transfer and to stimulate the submission of disclosures.
- Lead/support intellectual property (IP) efforts, including:
- Evaluate invention disclosures for potential IP (patents, copyright, tangible research, etc.).
- Formulate and execute intellectual property strategies
- Evaluate commercial potential for IP
- Direct patent attorney selection and engagement and manage patent prosecution
- Review attorney work products, including draft patent applications and office actions responses
- Lead/support marketing efforts, including:
- Assess market opportunity and develop recommendations
- Develop and execute marketing strategy
- Develop marketing materials
- Lead/support licensing efforts for engineering IP, including:
- Negotiate agreements, including:
- License agreements, option agreements, collaboration agreements s, inter-institutional agreements, NDAs, MTAs, and others as needed.
- Negotiate agreements, including:
- Management of licensee compliance and long-term relationship
Successful candidates will have exceptional organizational, communication, and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills: collaboration, communication, critical thinking, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude. Additionally, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to the university’s values.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in business, science or engineering.
- Work experience in a technology transfer office/organization.
- Analytical and logical thinker with attention to detail.
- Creative problem solver.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced environment.
- Ethical and committed to maintaining integrity.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $69,097.60 - $134,950.40 per year
Grade: GGS 012
University Title: Administrative Consultant II
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
Application, resume, and cover letter
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Hiring Department
Technology Advancement Office
Job Description
Technology Advancement Office (TAO)
MU research and scholarship often lead to new technologies, tools, therapeutics, diagnostics, compositions, processes and other inventions that can improve people’s lives. The Technology Advancement Office (TAO) partners with faculty, companies, entrepreneurs and investors to bring those innovations to market.
TAO is part of MU's Division of Research, Innovation & Impact and is currently looking for Administrative Consultant II. We work at the interface of science, business and patent law to evaluate, protect and pave the way for the translation of innovations into products, jobs and businesses.
The Administrative Consultant II, Engineering, under general direction of assigned director or administrator, manages the university’s intellectual property assets by providing professional support in the identification, patenting, licensing, marketing, and reporting of university intellectual property.
The Administrative Consultant II, Engineering, will ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and University policies; identifies, evaluates, and protects researcher's intellectual properties, including outreach to faculty to stimulate disclosures; guide faculty on protection processes; and evaluate prior art and intellectual property patent research activities, having extensive interaction with patent attorneys and potential licensees.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Invention Disclosure Management:
- Manage/support the invention disclosure process, including outreach efforts within MU to educate faculty and staff on technology transfer and to stimulate the submission of disclosures.
- Lead/support intellectual property (IP) efforts, including:
- Evaluate invention disclosures for potential IP (patents, copyright, tangible research, etc.).
- Formulate and execute intellectual property strategies
- Evaluate commercial potential for IP
- Direct patent attorney selection and engagement and manage patent prosecution
- Review attorney work products, including draft patent applications and office actions responses
- Lead/support marketing efforts, including:
- Assess market opportunity and develop recommendations
- Develop and execute marketing strategy
- Develop marketing materials
- Lead/support licensing efforts for engineering IP, including:
- Negotiate agreements, including:
- License agreements, option agreements, collaboration agreements s, inter-institutional agreements, NDAs, MTAs, and others as needed.
- Negotiate agreements, including:
- Management of licensee compliance and long-term relationship
Successful candidates will have exceptional organizational, communication, and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills: collaboration, communication, critical thinking, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude. Additionally, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to the university’s values.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in business, science or engineering.
- Work experience in a technology transfer office/organization.
- Analytical and logical thinker with attention to detail.
- Creative problem solver.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced environment.
- Ethical and committed to maintaining integrity.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $69,097.60 - $134,950.40 per year
Grade: GGS 012
University Title: Administrative Consultant II
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
Application, resume, and cover letter
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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Consultant Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Banking & Financial Services
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in consultant jobs across Missouri.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a related field required
- Two or more years of client-facing consulting or advisory experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated project management skills with measurable outcomes for past clients
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Willingness to travel to client sites within Missouri and the broader Midwest region
Consultant Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a consultant in Missouri?
Most consulting roles in Missouri require a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, technology, or a domain-specific field relevant to the specialty you want to practice. General management and IT consulting carry no state-issued license, but consultants in regulated areas such as engineering must hold a Professional Engineer license through the Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Professional Geologists. Building relevant project experience and earning recognized credentials like the PMP or a relevant technology certification strengthens a Missouri application considerably.
Which companies hire consultants in Missouri?
Companies currently hiring consultants in Missouri include Deloitte, Palm Beach Tan, and ASPEN CONTRACTING, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, major health systems, and federal government contractors in the St. Louis and Kansas City corridors keeps demand for consultants broad and relatively stable year-round.
Which Missouri cities have the most consultant jobs?
St. Louis, Kansas City, and O'Fallon consistently post the most consultant openings in Missouri. St. Louis anchors demand through its financial services firms, healthcare networks, and defense contractors, while Kansas City draws hiring from its large insurance, logistics, and technology sectors, and smaller markets like Columbia benefit from university-linked research and state government consulting work.
Are there remote consultant jobs in Missouri?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 61% of consultant openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how much of the work is deliverable-based rather than tied to a fixed location. Strategy, IT, and financial consulting roles tend to offer the most flexibility, while operational or on-site implementation engagements typically require regular in-person client presence.
How can I get hired as a consultant in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is landing an analyst or associate consultant role, which major Missouri employers like Deloitte's St. Louis office and regional healthcare systems use as structured entry points for recent graduates. Internship pipelines at the University of Missouri and Washington University in St. Louis frequently convert to full-time offers. Lateral moves from business analyst, project coordinator, or data analyst roles are also common entry points, and earning a PMP certification or an industry-recognized technology credential gives a Missouri candidate a clear edge over other entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to consultant jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to consultant jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across specialties and experience levels. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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