Senior Consultant Jobs in Illinois
Senior Consultant jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Springfield, and Glenview and other Illinois metros, with employers like Huron Consulting, EY, and Alvarez & Marsal hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About the Role:
As a Senior Consulting Manager you will make an impact by driving client engagement, leading teams, and delivering contextual solutions that address complex business challenges. You will be a valued member of our consulting team and work collaboratively with clients, your primary team, and other stakeholders.
In this role, you will:
- Manages and directs a small-to-medium team of consultants through client engagement, analysis, business case development, and the development of focused and contextual solutions
- Aligns functional industry expertise to consulting engagement requirements
- Manages escalations, and balances responsiveness to clients with good use of resources
- Ensures the appropriate alignment of team activities to priorities, and the efficient application of time and resources to common goals
- Monitors and addresses team capability or experience gaps to ensure responsiveness to engagement opportunities
- When needed, actively participates in client workshops, support of business analysis interviews, and the development of compelling business cases
- Monitors and supervises the daily activities of project staff, including consulting and non-consulting team members
- Leads communications with project stakeholders, including status reporting, priority setting, and timely issue resolution
- Reviews project deliverables from the perspective of QA, and actively seeks out stakeholder feedback to identify areas for improvement
- Participates in project post-mortems to extract lessons learned and to identify potential intellectual property for repurposing
- Ensures client validation and documentation of project success as the basis both for enduring client relationships and repeat business.
Work Model:
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered:
- 2+ years of Digital technology (Business or Technical Consultative) team lead experience, and client management responsibilities
- 6-8 years of consulting experience as a Payer SME
- Management Consulting experience, preferably with top consulting firms
- Strong background in Healthcare industry, including health plans, claims, and provider operations
- Project management and people management experience
- Excellent communication skills, including creating and presenting professional PowerPoint presentations to stakeholders
- Exposure to technology-driven projects and digital transformation initiatives
- Deep understanding of payer functions and Medicaid plan implementations, including enrollment, billing, claims, care management, member portal, shopper tools, etc.
These will help you stand out:
- 5+ years as a Digital Technology (business or technical consultative) team lead
- Experience coordinating workstreams in multi-team projects using an onsite/offshore model
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $98,853 - $158,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits:
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off.
- 401(k) plan and contributions.
- Long-term/Short-term Disability.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Find Senior Consultant JobsSenior Consultant Jobs by City in Illinois
Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Senior Consultant Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Huron Consulting44

- EY23

- Alvarez & Marsal22

- Boston Consulting17

- CohnReznick12

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services169
- Accounting & Auditing73
- Technology & Software52
- Investment & Asset Management27
- Insurance14
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior consultant jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, finance, or a related field
- Five or more years of consulting or advisory experience in a relevant industry
- Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and project workstreams
- Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and data analysis or visualization tools
- PMP, Six Sigma, or industry-specific certification preferred for many roles
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder presentation skills
Senior Consultant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many senior consultant jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 347+ senior consultant openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Springfield, and Glenview. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do senior consultants make in Illinois?
Senior consultants in Illinois earn a median of about $104,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,610 for the lowest 10% to over $175,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most senior consultant jobs?
Chicago, Springfield, and Glenview have the most senior consultant openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire senior consultants in Illinois?
Employers hiring senior consultants in Illinois include Huron Consulting, EY, and Alvarez & Marsal, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote senior consultant jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 39% of senior consultant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for senior consultant jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to senior consultant jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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