A CAREER
AT KEYSTONE
OUR MISSION
At Keystone, our mission is to make a substantive difference in the companies we work with and the lives of the people that work for them. For over twenty-five years, we have been building long-term relationships with our clients by helping them identify and implement solutions to their most complex business issues.
WHY CLIENTS
CHOOSE KEYSTONE
BREADTH OF CAPABILITIES
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Keystone has four main areas of consulting expertise that we are able to provide to our clients: Profitable Growth Strategy, Operational Improvement, Restructuring & Turnaround, and Mergers & Acquisitions. This allows us to adapt as our clients' needs change over time.
FOCUS ON IMPLEMENTATION
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We help our clients diagnose problems and develop strategies; but, Keystone adds the most value by working with our clients to execute on key initiatives and create sustaining results.
TRUE PARTNERSHIPS
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Because we focus on implementation and sustainable solutions, many of Keystone's clients continually come back to resolve other issues.
WHY CONSULTANTS
CHOOSE KEYSTONE
TALENTED PEOPLE
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Keystone consultants have diverse backgrounds which include banking, C-level executive positions, Fortune 100 operations management, and private equity, to name a few. As a result, the Keystone team is able to support clients through all aspects of their business cycle.
STRONG CULTURE​
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Keystone's balanced culture sets us apart from other firms. Our guiding principles illustrate our focus on work-life balance while our open-door policy, mentorship program, and relationship between offices foster a strong sense of community that has contributed to our reputation.
SOCIAL IMPACT
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In addition to leaving a lasting impact with our clients, Keystone strives to make a positive impression on the global community with events such as the Annual Charity Softball Tournament and the biennial home building trip.
OUR CULTURE
It is not a coincidence that three of our four Guiding Principles relate to culture. Be the best at what we do, Be a place where talented people can grow their skills faster than anywhere else, and Have fun are all important elements of the firm -- it's about finding the right balance.
CHALLENGING PROJECTS
Keystone's generalist model gives you the opportunity to be challenged by a variety of new issues and industries
FAST-PACED
BUSINESS
You will be solving some of the client's most urgent and complex issues
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TEAM
APPROACH
We work together to ensure the best possible outcome
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STRATEGIC
THINKING
We ask the tough questions and think big picture
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SUPPORTIVE COLLEAGUES
You will be working side-by-side with intelligent, experienced people who are always willing to help
FUN ENVIRONMENT
We balance our hard work with quarterly social events, frequent happy hours, and lots of laughs
INDIVIDUAL IMPACT
Small teams require each person to take on significant responsibility, allowing you to have a real impact on the client
IMPLEMENTATION OF SOLUTIONS
Results require more than just an idea, so you will be helping your client turn those ideas into reality
"I can confidently say that I enjoy working with each and every one of my colleagues, and I know what their lives look like outside of work. The increased collaboration gives analysts more responsibility, comes up with better results for clients, and allows a dialogue of how to make work interesting for employees."
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
AT THE CLIENT
Keystone projects are often the highest priority that our mid-market clients tackle. The results of our projects have a real impact on the business, and every individual's work plays a significant role in the results. In some cases, it can be the determining factor in keeping a company out of bankruptcy. In other cases, it can mean the success or failure of a deal. Our work makes a difference at our clients.
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IN THE COMMUNITY
Keystone's tagline "Making a Difference" means improving the lives of others, beyond just the client.
Every two years, The Keystone Group takes a firm-wide mission trip to build homes for families in need. To date, Keystone has built eleven homes.
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Each year, Keystone hosts an annual fundraiser to send underprivileged kids to camp. Over the past 15+ years, Keystone has been proud to help raise $300,000 for the cause through golf outings, softball tournaments and other various fundraising efforts.
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In addition to these organized events, individuals at Keystone regularly provide opportunities to get involved in causes for which they are deeply passionate.
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GROW YOUR SKILLS FASTER
As Keystone is a true meritocracy, there is no fixed length of time you are required to stay at a particular level. Through hard work and proven results, you can quickly increase your responsibility and advance within the firm. At Keystone, we strive to create an environment where each individual has every opportunity to be successful. You will be given significant responsibility and will be an integral part of the project team, regardless of your title.
ANALYST
Analysts are expected to be an integral part of the engagement team and take on a significant amount of responsibility early in their careers. As an Analyst, you will undertake a variety of tasks: gathering and analyzing data, communicating findings, recognizing areas of opportunities, assisting in the development of recommendations, and working with client personnel to implement solutions.
ASSOCIATE
Associates are expected to take a substantive role in consulting engagements and obtain a tremendous amount of responsibility from day one, including: analyzing data, recognizing problems, identifying and prioritizing opportunities, assisting in developing recommendations, and working with the client to implement solutions. Additionally, associates serve as an example for analysts, which often provides leadership opportunities.
PRINCIPAL
A Principal is responsible for leading the day-to-day activities of the projects, developing marketing relationships to secure new business, helping write proposals to close new business, and mentoring the more junior staff. On any given engagement, a Principal's tasks may include recognizing core problems, identifying and prioritizing opportunities, developing recommendations, implementing solutions, and building the client relationship.
PARTNER
As a key leader of the firm, a Partner has an impact at every stage of an engagement and every level of the firm. As a partner, you will be responsible for the professional development of the firm's employees and the continued growth of the firm's client base. As it is core to Keystone's staffing model, at least one Partner will oversee each engagement, so interaction with clients and more junior Keystone staff members are everyday occurrences.
"The exposure I've had to all aspects of business -- Finance, Sales, Operations -- combined with significant responsibility on each project has provided me with an unparalleled opportunity for growth."
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- Evan Farrell, Principal
JOIN THE TEAM
WHAT WE
LOOK FOR
"What is clearly different about Keystone, besides the dedication to the project, is that they seem like normal people. There is little posturing and a lot of genuine interest in the success of the client.”
- President,
Software Company
INTELLECTUAL CURIOSITY &
ANALYTICAL HORSEPOWER
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We work with clients to help solve their most complex business problems. We look for bright, capable, and agile people who can understand complex concepts, use data and analysis to arrive at logical conclusions, and develop implementable solutions.
THE DESIRE TO MAKE AN IMPACT
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At the client and in the community, Keystone aims to make a difference in the world around us. We need people with the passion, initiative, and drive to do the same.
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
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We are looking for people who have a relevant background that they are eager to put to use. We value strong financial and accounting skills or a substantial understanding of manufacturing and/or distribution operations.
STRONG LEADERSHIP SKILLS
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Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are necessary to quickly establish credibility to lead, manage, and motivate a team of both Keystone and client individuals.
JOB OPENINGS
EXPERIENCED HIRES
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
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REQUIRED SKILLS
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Intellectual Curiosity
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Analytical Horsepower
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Desire to Make an Impact
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Practical Experience
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Strong Leadership Skills
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Team Oriented Approach
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RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCE
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2-4 years of experience working in one of the following fields:
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Consulting
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Engineering
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Finance
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Operations
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Data Analytics
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Cost Accounting
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EXPERIENCED HIRES
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
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REQUIRED SKILLS
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Intellectual Curiosity
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Analytical Horsepower
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Desire to Make an Impact
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Practical Experience
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Strong Leadership Skills
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Team Oriented Approach
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RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCE
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5-7 years of experience working in one of the following fields:
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Consulting
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Engineering
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Finance
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Operations
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Data Analytics
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Cost Accounting
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KEYSTONE ON CAMPUS
Each fall, Keystone visits Georgia Tech, Indiana University, and University of Michigan to hire both intern and full-time candidates. Keystone also visits University of Chicago Booth to recruit MBA intern and full-time candidates each spring. Detailed schedules of on-campus events can be found below. Don't see your school? Send your resume and cover letter to us at recruiting@thekeystonegroup.com.
