Consulting — Demand & Depth Analysis

What the data shows for Consulting:

• •Required in 0.2% of all scored postings — demand is growing as more employers add it to requirements
• •Employers typically expect L2 depth — foundational knowledge with practical application
• •Most demand comes from Other roles — 30% of all Consulting jobs
• •Median salary for roles requiring Consulting: $133K vs $131K for roles that don't — a $16K difference

What L2 means in practice:

L2 (Basic) means you’ve built small things with Consulting — personal projects or bootcamp work. Employers accept this for junior roles.

This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used Consulting once or twice. They want evidence of professional application — shipped work, measurable outcomes, and the ability to operate independently.

Common skill gaps:

The gap rate of 30% means a notable portion of candidates fall short on Consulting. Addressing this gap directly in your application materials gives you an edge.

Which roles need Consulting most:

Other positions drive 30% of demand. Data Science / ML and Marketing also frequently list Consulting as a requirement. Skills commonly paired with Consulting include Customer Success and SQL.