Mixed Experience — Strong Mission, But Leadership and Consistency Need Improvement
Pros
Meaningful work supporting public-sector clients, which can feel rewarding and impactful Exposure to a variety of HR and organizational consulting projects (classification, org design, workforce studies, etc.) Many colleagues are collaborative, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive Opportunity to build consulting skills quickly in a fast-paced environment Flexible/remote work options depending on role and project
Cons
Leadership and management consistency is a significant challenge. Direction, expectations, and feedback can shift without clear context, making it difficult to prioritize and succeed Communication is often transactional vs. developmental — more focused on status updates than coaching or support Performance expectations are not always clearly defined upfront, which can lead to misalignment later Workload can be high and uneven, with pressure to meet deadlines and utilization targets without sufficient guidance Culture can feel somewhat insular, with decision-making not always transparent