Associate, Private Equity Group - Bain Capability Network

WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK We are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times. Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance.

They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally. WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH Bain Capability Network’s Private Equity Group (BCN PEG) is the expert client delivery arm delivering on specialist workstreams across the private equity value chain, enabling our clients to make key investment decisions.

Our expertise lies in addressing critical diligence questions involving a range of research instruments spanning from quantitative research/ surveys and outside-in diagnostics. Our teams work in a fast-paced environment delivering consistent and impactful results at scale. We operate across all three regions (APAC, EMEA and Americas) from our 3 office locations – India, Poland and Mexico.

We work across industries, including Technology, Consumer Products & Retail, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Financial Services and Advanced Manufacturing & Services. We provide an opportunity to solve challenging business problems in a dynamic set-up working closely with global Bain teams, acting as a thought-partner with daily deliverables.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Quantitative research/ Surveys Prepare research designs, sampling plans, and survey instruments for both B2B and B2C surveys Provide inputs to stakeholders on best approach, vendor choice and cost overview of the projects Deliver end-to-end on research projects, including, case team briefing, fieldwork monitoring, fraud/ quality control, maintaining vendor relationships and reporting Conduct survey data analytics to identify patterns and trends using tools like MS Excel Perform thorough quality checks in their work including pressure-testing the insights Create high-quality presentations, dashboards, and written outputs by leveraging rigorous data analysis and synthesizing insights across project workstreams to directly address key hypotheses Case delivery: Qualitative research Conduct primary research interviews and calls with senior stakeholders (e.

g., CXOs, functional leaders, industry experts) and synthesize the insights Manage set-up and delivery of AI-led/ enabled interviews and synthesis of insights Beyond case delivery Stay ahead of latest industry trends and new tools and technologies in quantitative primary research Motivate team members, boost team morale and exhibit role model behavior Facilitate cross-sharing of learning/knowledge and tools within and across teams Leverage opportunities to provide training, coaching and mentoring to fellow team members ABOUT YOU Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative, analytical, business, or related discipline, with a strong academic record.

3+ years of relevant experience in management consulting, business analytics, primary / survey research, or a global multinational environment. A background in end-to-end quantitative primary research, including survey instrument design, sampling methodology, vendor management, fieldwork oversight, data quality control, and analysis of results to generate actionable insights across CP&R, technology, healthcare, or similar sectors is preferred.

Experience with qualitative primary research methods (e.g., expert and stakeholder interviews, AI-enabled interview tools, and focus groups) and the ability to distill complex conversations into structured, insight-driven outputs is a plus. Excellent written and spoken English (C1/C2 level). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Learning agility, with the ability to quickly adopt new ways of working, learn new analytical tools, and adapt to evolving project requirements and client needs. Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and present findings clearly to senior stakeholders. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Alteryx, Tableau, SPSS, and AI tools is a plus.

This role follows a hybrid model, with an expectation of approximately 3 days per week in the office .