Junior Consultant – Ceo Office

About Urkah!

Urkah is an innovative startup operating at the intersection of a media platform and growth-oriented strategic consulting . We partner with founders, marketing leaders and executive teams of high-potential consumer brands and leading large consumer goods companies to drive sustainable growth through structured thinking, data-driven decision making and execution excellence.

We are building a highly selective team and are looking for a Junior Consultant to work directly with the CEO on strategic initiatives, client engagements and internal development projects.

Role Description

The Junior Consultant will be part of the CEO Office , supporting high-impact strategic work across multiple clients and internal initiatives with direct exposure to well-known consumer brands and large-scale FMCG players (food & beverage, home care, etc.). This role requires strong analytical capabilities, structured problem solving, and professional maturity , with early involvement in executive-level decision-making.

The position is designed for candidates with top-tier potential who seek accelerated learning in a demanding, meritocratic environment. The key responsibilities of the role include:

• Support the CEO in strategic consulting engagements, maintaining direct exposure to clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Participating in client interactions, including meetings, workshops and follow-ups, ensuring clear, structured and professional communication
• Prepare executive-level presentations and materials for client-facing meetings
• Analyze business, financial, and marketing data to identify trends and performance gaps, and synthesize key KPIs to drive strategic decisions.
• Support the coordination of multiple projects and clients simultaneously , acting as a reliable point of contact on selected workstreams
• Contribute to the development of Urkah’s internal methodologies, analytical frameworks and strategic content

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Business Management, Economics, Marketing, Management Engineering or related fields
• Strong academic performance is expected
• Previous experience (including internships) in management consulting, corporate strategy, business intelligence, product or business line management, or marketing
• Experience in client-facing roles or structured stakeholder management is a strong plus

Analytical & Technical Skills

• Excellent logical, structured and hypothesis-driven thinking . Strong ability to analyze, interpret and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data is a must
• Demonstrated capability to make decisions based on business and marketing KPIs
• Advanced Excel proficiency , including complex formulas, pivot tables and data analysis, basic business and financial modeling
• Advanced PowerPoint skills , with a consulting-style approach (clarity, storyline, synthesis)
• Solid knowledge of LinkedIn as a professional, analytical and business tool

Other key elements

• High standards of excellence, precision and attention to detail
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment managing multiple workstreams in parallel
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability and intellectual curiosity
• Professionalism and discretion when working closely with senior leadership
• Full professional fluency in Italian and English
• Eligibility to work in the country of application
• Availability to travel to client sites on a semi-regular basis

Contract and Career Growth

The role is offered as an apprenticeship with the aim of permanent employment , providing an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing startup from the ground up. While the position starts at a base level, Urkah! has a strong meritocratic culture : performance and contribution are recognized early, with structured reviews and the possibility of substantial salary increases as quickly as every six months .

The role also provides accelerated professional growth , with exposure to high-impact strategic initiatives, direct interaction with top-tier clients, and mentorship from the CEO, making it an ideal environment for candidates looking to develop their skills rapidly and take on increasing responsibility in a short time.

Selection Process

The selection process is structured as follows:

1. Curriculum screening
2. Business game (invitation only)
3. Introductory interview, including a problem-solving test
4. Final interview