Partners in Performance - Performance Strategy Business Analyst
Accenture•Chicago, IL
fulltime
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
1+ years
This role is with our Partners in Performance team, part of Accenture. Partners in Performance, Part of Accenture is a global management consulting firm with a focus on human performance working alongside client partners to make change happen. We’ve got offices in Australia, New Zealand, South-East Asia, Africa, North and South America and Europe but prefer to spend as little time in them as possible. Instead, we work alongside our clients to unleash their potential and deliver lasting impact that you hardly ever achieve by sitting in a boardroom.
The Business Analyst role is an early career role where you would be immediately exposed to being the frontline change agent for our clients. You are the primary source of reliable data and rock-solid analysis, providing the fact base the improvement team uses to make decisions in real time.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting with the delivery of measurable improvements and in the implementation of processes and systems that will sustain ongoing improvements, especially by supporting prioritization and problem-solving
To work closely with other team members and client team members to collect/analyze data and provide insights
At times, the business analyst may be given the opportunity to take on front-line coaching roles, especially with client analysts, to broaden their management experience
This position involves a significant amount of on-site travel. The ideal candidate is comfortable and available to travel 80% as part of the role. This will include US and Canadian travel, as well as other international opportunities.
Key competencies: To be successful consultant at Partners in Performance, you not only need to be an outstanding academic performer, but also be dynamic, passionate and prepared to roll up your sleeves and work inside our clients’ businesses. You need to care about people and developing them, as coaching is a big part of our success.
Visit pip.global, Partners in Performance, Part of Accenture on LinkedIn, or @lifeatpip on Instagram to get to know us better.
Basic Qualifications:
Undergraduate/ Postgraduate degree
1+ year of work experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from a top-tier university, with excellent results (distinction average)
Natural resources industry experience
Willingness and ability to travel extensively, with on-site travel comprising approximately 80% of the role
Experience on mining, heavy industry, or construction sites
Excellent problem-solving skills, including analytics
Exceptional interpersonal skills, including ability to coach, influence, and build trust with peers and clients
Demonstrated passion for results
Strong communication skills, including ability to respond clearly to hard questions under pressure and to use visual tools when communicating insights
Above average knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel (Power BI advantageous)
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We anticipate this job posting will be posted on 01/24/2026 and open for at least 3 days.
Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:
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