Careers at ScottMadden®
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Our Culture
ScottMadden is known for the quality of our services and the integrity of our relationships. Our people are the foundation for this quality and integrity. The firm and our culture are based on mutual respect and trust for one another which drives client success. If our clients are successful, we will enjoy lasting and productive relationships with them.
We recognize and value the uniqueness of each of our employees. The differences in our backgrounds, experiences, styles, and perspectives are part of what makes our firm exceptional, and we are committed to building and sustaining an environment that is diverse, collaborative, supportive, and fosters mutual respect and trust (for one another and our clients).
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A Letter From Our CEO
ScottMadden distinguishes itself in many ways, and after more than two decades at the firm, I’m grateful to have experienced its growth and evolution firsthand. Our culture is foundational to how we work and serve our clients. We are a collaborative, close-knit organization where people genuinely invest in one another’s success. Since we work in small, high-performing teams, our consultants gain meaningful responsibility early in their careers, accelerating both professional development and leadership growth in ways that are often difficult to find at other firms.
What truly differentiates ScottMadden is our commitment to exceptional client service. We pride ourselves on building trusted partnerships, bringing practical thinking, deep expertise, and a relentless focus on delivering results that last. Our partners remain actively engaged on projects, giving team members direct access to mentorship, coaching, and leadership on a regular basis. Our work is grounded in our core values of service, accountability, respect, trust, and inclusion.
Beyond client work, we are equally committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive personally and professionally. Through our sponsor program, Employee Resource Groups, Communities of Practice, Corporate Responsibility initiatives, and a variety of firmwide programs, our employees have opportunities to connect, contribute, and shape the future of the firm.
We are looking for individuals who are intellectually curious, collaborative, critical thinking, and eager to make an impact. For those who desire meaningful work, accelerated growth, and a supportive culture centered around its people, I believe there is no better place than ScottMadden to build a career.
Our Work
We consult on a broad array of services ranging from strategic planning through implementation across many industries, business units, and functions.
Our Corporate & Shared Services practice has completed thousands of projects since the early 90s, including hundreds of large, multi-year implementations. Our clients span a variety of industries from energy to healthcare to higher education to retail. Examples of our projects include service delivery strategy and business case development, corporate service assessment and improvement, shared services design, shared services implementation, and shared services improvement.
As part of our Energy practice, we have served as energy consultants for hundreds of utilities, large and small, including all of the top 20. We focus on Transmission & Distribution, Grid Edge, Generation, Natural Gas, Rates & Regulatory, and Corporate Services. We have helped our clients develop and implement strategies, improve critical operations, reorganize departments and entire companies, and implement a myriad of initiatives.
Smart. Focused. Done Right.®
Regardless of the nature of the project, we take pride in consistently delivering an exceptional consulting experience that addresses the unique challenges of each client. We achieve this by working alongside our clients through small, hands-on consulting teams, insisting on active collaboration, all to facilitate an open exchange of ideas. We hold ourselves to high standards through a belief that client success is the best measure of our own success.
ScottMadden is unique when it comes to how we focus our work. We are the perfect size firm to allow our consultants the opportunity to cross over practice areas, providing our employees with more options for valuable experience and advancement.
Our Roles
Directors
Managers
Senior Associates
Associates
Analysts
Our Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, vision, and pre-tax savings benefits in addition to life, accidental death, and long-term disability plans
- Infertility benefit of $15,000
- 8 weeks of Parental/Bonding leave, and an additional 8 weeks recovery leave for the carrying partner
- Physical and occupational therapy benefits – up to 60 visits per year
- Profit sharing
- Lifestyle Benefit Program
- Eight hours of paid time off annually to engage in volunteer activities
- Up to 24 hours of credit annually towards utilization bonus
- Premium access to Headspace
- A Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction course is offered both online and in person by Duke University
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with ScottMadden, contact Kristin Overman at (919) 781-4191 or by e-mail at koverman@scottmadden.com.
Our Office Locations
We consult across North America and serve global locations for some of our clients. We have three offices – one in Atlanta, one in Raleigh, and a third in the greater Boston area. ScottMadden offers a hybrid workplace and offers the flexibility to work from home.
Common Questions
What is the interview process like for consulting positions at ScottMadden?
The interview process varies slightly by role and level, but typically includes the following:
- Application & Online Assessments
Candidates complete an application and short online assessments designed to evaluate cognitive abilities and personality traits. - Behavioral Interviews
Selected candidates participate in a series of behavioral interviews focused on the core competencies needed to succeed as a consultant at ScottMadden - Case or Presentation
Depending on the role, candidates are asked to complete one of the following:
- An in-person case exercise (Analyst Candidates)
- A presentation (Associate Candidates)
- A take-home case study (Experienced Candidates)
What are the travel expectations for consultants at ScottMadden?
ScottMadden consultants are expected to travel based on client and project needs. Travel requirements vary depending on the engagement and client preferences and may range from no travel to approximately three nights per week.
Since 2020, travel has decreased significantly for most consultants, with many teams traveling approximately one time per month.
What are the locations and in-office work requirements?
Newly hired junior consultants are expected to live near one of ScottMadden’s primary office locations: Atlanta, GA, Raleigh, NC, Boston, MA. Exceptions may be considered for senior-level consultants who are not able to relocate.
All non-remote employees are expected to work from the office at least two days per week.
Consultants who live remotely are expected to travel to one of ScottMadden’s primary offices approximately four times per year at their own expense.
What makes ScottMadden’s culture special?
Our culture is collaborative, close-knit, and built around growth. Since we work in small teams, consultants gain meaningful responsibility early and develop faster than they often would at larger firms. Our partners are actively involved in projects, giving consultants direct access to mentorship and leadership every day. Beyond client work, employees are supported through onboarding ambassadors, sponsor programs, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), Communities of Practice, Corporate Responsibility initiatives, and other opportunities to connect, contribute, and grow across the firm.
Does ScottMadden sponsor work visas?
No. All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. with no current or future requirements for company work visa sponsorship.
How can I learn about open roles at ScottMadden?
ScottMadden recruits talent through a variety of channels. Open positions may be posted on our Careers page, on LinkedIn, at select universities, and through recruiting events we attend, including professional conferences sponsored by the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) and the MBA Veterans Association. We encourage interested candidates to regularly check our website and LinkedIn page for the latest opportunities.
Whom can I contact with additional career-related questions?
If you have additional questions about careers at ScottMadden, please contact a member of our recruiting team:
- Stacie Sparks, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager
- Jennifer Wornat, Partner
- Gerraine Morgan, Executive Assistant
What does someone new to consulting need to know?
Partner, Jonathan Luk, explains what we look for when recruiting and what it’s like starting out as a new consultant at ScottMadden.
What does it take for a consultant to thrive at ScottMadden?
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Please reach out to us to learn more about available opportunities with ScottMadden or with any questions.
Jennifer Wornot
Stacie Sparks
Inclusion at ScottMadden
Our team leverages a three-pillar framework to focus the firm’s efforts:
Our Communication, Education, and Awareness efforts focus on creating a culture of inclusion through creative events, training, and ongoing activities that increase awareness within our firm as well as build a sense of belonging.
Our Talent Attraction and Retention team conducts recruiting activities that fill our growing firm with talented consultants.
Our Networking and Outreach efforts allow us to build our internal network and communities through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
Corporate Responsibility
ScottMadden is committed to corporate responsibility – from our people and communities, our planet, and our governance as a firm. We are proud of what we have accomplished to date and recognize that there is still a considerable amount of work ahead.
Through years of data collection, analysis, and a drive to improve, the firm has implemented numerous initiatives, ranging from carbon footprint analysis to composting and office redesigns. However, sustainability means much more than just environmental impact. It is also about our people and the quality of our relationships – grounded in our core values of respect, trust, service, and accountability.
We partner with charities and non-profit organizations dedicated to achieving positive outcomes in our local communities. When selecting partner organizations, we focus our charitable giving around education access, poverty alleviation, veterans and their families, and local and national conservation and decarbonization efforts.
Read our 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report here.
Going Beyond Project Work
There are many ways you can get involved at ScottMadden beyond day-to-day client work. These range from opportunities to build and share your expertise related to our areas of focus to connecting on other areas of interest to social events and community involvement.
Our Communities of Practice (CoPs) and Communities of Interest (CoIs) bring together professionals across the firm to strengthen expertise, share knowledge, and advance strategic priorities. These groups help foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning across both our industry and corporate services offerings. CoPs focus on building and refining the capabilities, tools, and methodologies we use to deliver for clients, while supporting professional development and career growth. CoIs create opportunities for collaboration around emerging topics and shared interests in areas such as power generation, grid edge, rates and regulation, finance and accounting, supply chain, and human capital management, among many others. All CoPs and CoIs are open to all employees interested in joining and participation in at least two is encouraged.
In addition, the Annual All-Hands Meeting is a great opportunity for employees to gather in one central location for two days. Led by our Planning Committee, this meeting is designed with a set of topics and activities to foster networking and celebrate our firm and its culture. At each annual meeting, we also give back to the community in partnership with a charitable organization.
ScottMadden Employee Resource Groups
The goal of Women@ScottMadden is to foster personal and professional development and amplify the voices of all women at ScottMadden.
The Veterans’ Employee Resource Group (VERG) maximizes the professional relationship potential between the firm, veterans, and non-veterans.
The Village (Working Parents and Care Givers) provides a safe collaboration space for support and advocacy on topics related to working parents and caregivers.
The Fresh Start ERG’s mission is to welcome and support new employees, at all levels, as they embark on their journey with ScottMadden.
SynERGy is a multicultural ERG dedicated to nurturing an inclusive environment where underrepresented employees of all backgrounds can thrive at ScottMadden.
Training & Development
Our approach to development is based on the belief that we learn best by doing. Working in small teams, led by seasoned consultants on high-impact client projects, creates the best conditions for putting developmental concepts into action. Receiving support and immediate feedback from team members both accelerates development and prepares us for our next steps.
We also provide formal online and in-person courses; structured mentoring through our sponsor program; dedicated time for development outside of client work, such as for professional certifications and licenses; and opportunities to advance one’s skills and professional interests through involvement in our communities of practice.
New Hire Orientation (NHO) is ScottMadden’s annual onboarding program for interns and new consultants. Over three days, participants learn about the firm, consulting best practices, AI-enabled project work, and effective deliverable development while building connections with peers, leaders, and consultants across the firm.
Along with our New Hire Orientation, the firm also provides training via our SMart Start program. SMart Start is ScottMadden’s immersive new hire training program designed to build consulting skills through hands-on, project-based learning and real-world client scenarios. First-year participants develop core consulting capabilities via project-based learning, gain confidence alongside their peers, and build a strong foundation for long-term growth at ScottMadden.
ScottMadden also offers dedicated manager training curriculum to help new managers successfully transition into leadership roles with greater responsibility and higher expectations.
Work-Life Balance
We know you will have a life outside of work. We support your desire to live a well-balanced life, which means time for family, friends, exercise, hobbies, or whatever you want to do with your free time. Your job will be a demanding one, and we expect you to work hard at it. But we also encourage you to enjoy your free time.
Weekend work is not generally required, and you will have the flexibility to work from home, and we have a hybrid workplace. You’ll find the ScottMadden culture values hard work, but also places a premium on leisure time, which helps set us apart from the rest.