Consultant Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Consultant includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Lead short-term or long-term projects
  • Conduct research and examine want and needs of different stakeholders 
  • Use interviews, surveys etc. to collect data
  • Perform complex data analyzing activities   
  • Provide innovative solutions to problems
  • Create and present detailed reports for upper management
  • Create training programs for people who are affected by a change
  • Continually track situation and suggest appropriate adjustments
  • Stay up to date with industry trends 

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Consultant duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Consultant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.