Overview
Recruitment: Business Consultant. Ifac is seeking a talented Business Consultant to join our Public Sector Service and Economics team based in Dublin and Kilkenny, with one day per month in the office and a blend of work-from-home for the remainder of the week. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in one of Ireland’s fastest-growing professional services firms.
We are Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agribusiness, and family business sectors, founded in 1975. Ifac is an award-winning employer, listed among Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms and Top 200 Employers 2025. Ifac is certified as a B Corporation and is a PrimeGlobal member firm.
Our purpose is to help clients build profitable, sustainable futures so communities across Ireland can thrive. Our ambition is to be a global leader in agrifood advisory while driving growth and excellence in Ireland's SME sector.
The Role
You will work closely with our Head of Public Sector Services and Economics and the wider team in a challenging and varied role. This position is suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, tackling diverse business challenges across multiple industries and functional areas. The candidate should be commercially astute, client-focused, and capable of building strong relationships.
Responsibilities
* Contribute to and manage economic and business analysis projects across multiple industries (agri-food, SME, public sector, and other commercial areas).
* Diagnose client challenges quickly and develop evidence-based solutions, often in ambiguous or fast-changing situations.
* Perform market research, financial and economic modelling, policy analysis, and strategic reviews as required.
* Prepare reports, proposals, and client presentations to senior stakeholders and participate in presentations.
* Prepare and oversee public sector tender applications for the firm.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver end-to-end consulting assignments.
* Support business development activities, including preparing proposals and participating in client pitches.
You Will Have
* 4+ years’ professional experience in consulting, economics, strategy, or a related field.
* Relevant third-level qualification in economics, business, finance or related discipline (postgraduate and/or professional qualifications a plus).
* Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* High integrity and professional standards.
* Proven ability to structure and solve complex problems, using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
* Strong economic, financial or strategic analysis skills; comfortable with data and evidence-based recommendations.
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present to senior executives and public bodies.
* Highly adaptable, with the ability to quickly grasp new industries and client issues.
* Strong project management skills: able to manage multiple engagements and meet tight deadlines.
Rewards
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Substantial employer pension contribution.
* Generous annual leave allowance.
* Supportive family-oriented workplace policies.
* Blended WFH.
* Opportunities for internal growth and development.
* Access to a bike-to-work scheme.
* Access to an employee assistance programme.
* Well-being benefits, including a Digital Doctors programme.
* Regular wellness, social, and charity activities throughout the year.
* Voucher at Christmas.
Next Steps
Apply in confidence with full CV quoting reference: Bus/Consultant: careers@ifac.ie
Tel. 056 7761048.
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