How to hire an internal consultant

How to hire an internal consultant, step by step

Here's a step-by-step internal consultant hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an internal consultant job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new internal consultant
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The internal consultant hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them an internal consultant to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire an internal consultant that fits the bill.

   The following list breaks down different types of internal consultants and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Internal Consultant	Description	Hourly rate
   Internal Consultant	Management analysts, often called management consultants, propose ways to improve the efficiency of an organization. They advise managers on how to make organizations more profitable through reduced costs and increased revenues.	$32-58
   Program Management Consultant	A program management consultant is responsible for analyzing project requirements based on clients' specifications, developing quality improvement techniques, and reviewing project deliverables. Program management consultants work closely with the project team to identify project initiatives and resolve complexities that may arise... Show more	$35-65
   Solutions Consultant	A solutions consultant is a professional who has an in-depth knowledge of technology that can help a company to overcome issues, increase sales, and have a better connection with their customers. Solutions consultants are responsible for heading the installment of customized software solutions and train dealers and customer sales engineers to administer the customized solution... Show more	$32-62

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Project Management
   • Process Improvement
   • Internal Controls
   • Sigma
   • Internal Clients
   • Business Development
   • Data Analysis
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Cash Management
   • Business Processes
   • Treasury
   • Gap Analysis
   • Market Research
   • Sarbanes-Oxley

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage project and perform UAT of any changes from AppStore releases that relate to sales compensation elements.
   • Manage a team responsible for designing service-orient application architecture, standards and best practices guidelines, security and data access frameworks.
   • Conduct UAT sessions to validate requirements against application.
   • Perform gap analysis and create needed architecture and systems overviews documentation from existing Visio drawings, program coding and PowerPoint presentations.
   • Analyze internal knowledge infrastructure and develop optimized information system/organization.
   • Identify key performance indicators (KPIs), then used it to measure and set improvement targets.

   More internal consultant duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your internal consultant job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An internal consultant salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an internal consultant in Utah may be lower than in New Jersey, and an entry-level internal consultant usually earns less than a senior-level internal consultant. Additionally, an internal consultant with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average internal consultant salary

   $91,097yearly

   $43.80 hourly rate

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   Entry-level internal consultant salary

   $67,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

   Average internal consultant salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	District of Columbia	$112,725	$54
   2	Oregon	$103,796	$50
   3	New York	$101,874	$49
   4	Maryland	$101,829	$49
   5	North Carolina	$101,529	$49
   6	Massachusetts	$99,151	$48
   7	Texas	$95,049	$46
   8	Virginia	$94,808	$46
   9	Delaware	$93,926	$45
   10	Arizona	$87,968	$42
   11	Michigan	$87,942	$42
   12	Colorado	$84,721	$41
   13	Florida	$82,704	$40
   14	Wisconsin	$78,913	$38
   15	Minnesota	$77,202	$37
   16	Iowa	$75,722	$36
   17	Indiana	$72,828	$35

   Average internal consultant salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Citi	$105,352	$50.65
   2	UBS	$98,774	$47.49
   3	Vista Equity Partners	$97,338	$46.80
   4	Manning & Napier	$92,476	$44.46	5
   5	Freudenberg Performance Materials L.P.	$88,399	$42.50
   6	STANDARD HOLDING INC.	$87,894	$42.26
   7	EAB	$87,718	$42.17
   8	Deloitte	$86,076	$41.38	3,547
   9	Raymond James Financial	$85,101	$40.91	8
   10	Ab Initio Software	$85,035	$40.88
   11	MetLife	$82,820	$39.82	2
   12	Vanguard Services	$82,396	$39.61	8
   13	Guidehouse	$81,327	$39.10	537
   14	Principal Financial Group	$72,300	$34.76	19
   15	University Of Minnesota Physicians	$72,040	$34.63
   16	University of Wisconsin System	$65,987	$31.72	10
   17	Axos Bank	$63,756	$30.65	2
   18	State Of Florida	$35,462	$17.05	164

4. Writing an internal consultant job description

   An internal consultant job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an internal consultant job description:

   Internal consultant job description example

   Join Our Team
   
   In 2022, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named the Primerica one of the best places to work for the ninth consecutive year. Also in 2022, Primerica was named one of the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes for the second consecutive year. Forbes also named Primerica as one of America's best Insurance companies for 2022. Primerica ranks 6th among 25 companies included in the Term Life Insurance category. Over the past seven years Primerica has consistently been voted Best Employer by Gwinnett Magazine in its special "Best of Gwinnett" winner editions. Primerica is a great place to work! Join our team to experience what it's like to work at “one of the best places to work in the metro Atlanta”.
   
   About this Position
   
   The incumbent will be responsible for training the securities licensing sales force. This position will report to the VP, Securities Licensing & Training. Knowledge of PFS Investments products and has extensive industry knowledge. Communicates with high internal and external company representatives and field members. Coordinates and communicates product/process changes and enhancements to the PFS Investments sales force via formal presentations, webinars, conference calls and print materials.
   
   This is hybrid position that requires working onsite at our Duluth, Georgia office and remotely multiple days each week.
   
   Responsibilities & Qualifications
   
   Job Duties and Responsibilities
   Create and deliver effective sales presentations (in person, webinar, or conference call) to train securities sales force on investment products, sales tools, procedures, and initiatives Coordinate with Training & Development and PFS Investments Sales Force to record training by securities sales force.Serves as liaison between Primerica sales force and the Primerica Home Office Occasional offsite travel to Company and Field sponsored events to present promotional and education material to Primerica RepsMakes presentations regarding product and features offered by PFS InvestmentsInsures all materials produced and/or presented for presentations are reviewed by the applicable review authorities e.g. ComplianceProtects the company's authority to do business by complying with legal and ethical standards, policies and procedures Is familiar with state regulatory changes regarding education requirements and licensing changes which directly affect the product line(s) Must be willing to work some non-traditional hours including nights and weekends. Must be willing to have some travel and can speak in front of large audiences. Required Qualifications3-5 years of product marketing or investment related business experience Exceptional oral and written communication skills and effective listening skills Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities and projects Excellent leadership skills Demonstrates initiative, creativity and resourcefulness Self-starter and highly motivated team player Experience in developing client and field communications/presentations Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TeamsProficient in ZoomUnderstanding of company workflow and overall system processing Ability to communicate with high level company officials, all levels of Primerica field members and members of affiliate companies Series 6 & 63 preferred
   
   FLSA status:This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime pay):
   Yes
   
   Our Benefits:
   Day one health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Plan with competitive employer match Vacation, sick, holiday and volunteer time off Life and disability insurance Flexible Savings Account & Health Savings AccountProfessional development Tuition reimbursement Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events
   
   It has been and will continue to be the policy of Primerica, Inc., and its subsidiaries to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, color, religious creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, ancestry, military service or veteran status, genetic or carrier status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
   
   At Primerica, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission - creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right internal consultant for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with internal consultants they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit internal consultants who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your internal consultant job on Zippia to find and recruit internal consultant candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with internal consultant candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new internal consultant

   Once you've decided on a perfect internal consultant candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new internal consultant first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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