Explore Professional Services Consultant Jobs

Professional services consultants help organizations solve complex business challenges, improve performance, and deliver strategic change. Browse vetted opportunities for experienced consultants across advisory, technology, operations, finance, and specialized services. Ladders features professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find positions that match your expertise and career goals.

What Professional Services Consultants Do

Consultants assess client needs, analyze data and processes, develop recommendations, and support implementation. Depending on the role, work may include advising executives, leading transformation programs, optimizing operations, managing technology deployments, or delivering specialized expertise. Strong communication and project leadership are central to translating insights into measurable results.

Common Roles and Specializations

Professional services consultant titles vary by industry and employer. Opportunities may include management consultant, strategy consultant, business transformation consultant, technology consultant, implementation consultant, financial services consultant, and senior or principal consultant. Specialists may focus on cloud platforms, cybersecurity, human capital, supply chains, risk, or customer experience.

Skills Employers Value

Employers often seek analytical problem-solving, client relationship management, clear presentation and writing, and the ability to lead complex projects. Relevant industry knowledge, consulting experience, and expertise in tools or methodologies can strengthen your candidacy. Senior roles may also require team leadership, business development, and responsibility for engagements or accounts.

Find Your Next Consulting Opportunity

Explore professional services consultant openings by specialty, seniority, location, and compensation. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, and salary details, then tailor your application to highlight client impact and quantifiable outcomes. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

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$90K - $110K *

Drive success by partnering with colleges to optimize their Ellucian Colleague ERP systems, ensuring effective application design, configuration, and support while adhering to client budgets and timel...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$79K - $194K *

Champion the standardization of financial posting logic across Oracle EBS, ensuring compliance and audit readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance federal financial processes and s...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping transformative solutions for national security missions. As a senior technical leader, you'll drive innovation, coordinate emerging technologies, and influence strategic dec...

Colorado, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

Drive the technical direction and hands-on leadership of a diverse Business Systems Development team, focusing on Salesforce and integration development to deliver scalable business solutions across o...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by leading complex transformation programs. Manage multi-million dollar budgets and drive effective program delivery, ensuring governance and seamless transitions across d...

Quebec, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $153K *

Drive impactful data solutions by leveraging analytics and visualization tools. Collaborate with clients to enhance decision-making processes and optimize workflows, ensuring data-driven insights alig...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $132K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of client success by leading implementation efforts. Drive operational excellence while mentoring your team and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance customer...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance global service delivery by managing offshore partnerships, ensuring performance excellence, and driving operational improvements across teams to enhance productivity and quality outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $154K *

Lead complex projects to enhance organizational efficiency, manage timelines, and coordinate cross-functional teams. Drive strategic goals while ensuring compliance and fostering strong stakeholder re...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $135K *

Take ownership of enhancing user experiences in IT services for a key Department of War agency by designing and optimizing intuitive service portals, engaging with users, and leveraging data to drive...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining the Software Development Lifecycle and Developer Experience. Lead global strategies, build innovative offerings, and drive transformation for clients, leveraging expertis...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $320K *

Drive new business growth within U.S. Department of War by leveraging a comprehensive portfolio of digital forensics solutions. Engage with military and investigative organizations to identify opportu...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by owning the full sales cycle with large enterprise accounts. Drive new business, expand customer relationships, and position solutions as key strategic partners in AI and cybersecur...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $147K *

Analyze and implement regulatory compliance strategies for financial institutions, collaborating with clients to enhance risk management and internal controls. Leverage industry expertise to drive com...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$79K - $103K *

Manage and optimize enterprise middleware platforms, driving performance and support for IBM solutions. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices and troubleshoot issues in high availability...

Florham Park, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing diverse bridge projects, where you'll lead planning, design, and construction efforts while mentoring junior staff and fostering client relationships. Joi...

Grayling, MIRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower growth by leading diverse bridge projects, enhancing client relations, and mentoring a talented team. Drive project planning, design, and management, while fostering innovation in our Design S...

Mount Pleasant, MIRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead diverse bridge projects while mentoring teams and fostering client relationships. Oversee project planning, design, and construction, driving growth in our Design Services Division with innovativ...

Lapeer, MIRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead transformative initiatives by designing and optimizing open source solutions, leveraging your expertise in Kubernetes and AI to drive customer success and innovation in cloud infrastructure...

Austin, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $119K *

Lead the underwriting process for Group Benefits, managing risk and profitability while collaborating with internal teams. Drive client onboarding and contract negotiations, ensuring optimal financial...

Quebec, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion exceptional research outcomes by guiding clients through complex projects. Leverage your expertise in methodology and analysis to deliver actionable insights, while collaborating with cross-f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $130K *

Champion change in healthcare IT consulting by leading enterprise software projects and enhancing organizational workflows. Collaborate with leadership, drive client success, and deliver impactful res...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $238K *

Empower providers by crafting compelling product narratives and strategies that enhance adoption and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights into impactful marketing...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $205K *

Join a team that's driving M&A success by leading financial strategy, target evaluation, and integration planning. Collaborate with senior leaders to identify opportunities and execute critical phases...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $151K *

Build strategic partnerships and drive growth for a portfolio of major retail accounts. Own the full account lifecycle, develop tailored solutions, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver exception...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a professional services consultant do?question toggle

    A professional services consultant advises organizations on business or technical challenges, develops recommendations, and may help implement solutions. Responsibilities vary by specialty and client engagement.

  • What types of professional services consultant jobs are available?question toggle

    Roles can include management, strategy, technology, implementation, operations, finance, cybersecurity, and transformation consulting, among other specialties.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for consultant jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the role, but employers commonly value relevant industry or consulting experience, analytical skills, communication, project leadership, and specialized technical or business expertise.

  • How much do professional services consultants earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by specialty, experience, employer, and location. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information.

  • How can I stand out when applying for consulting roles?question toggle

    Show how you addressed client challenges and delivered measurable outcomes. Tailor your resume to the role’s specialty, highlight relevant project leadership and expertise, and use concrete results where possible.