From our unique vantage point as a Firm that does extensive recruiting for the Consulting Industry, at Ivy Exec we see a number of hiring trends in the consulting sector that can help job seekers tap into new opportunities. According to Plunkett Research, Ltd., a market research and economic analysis firm, corporate profits have grown dramatically since late 2009 and into early 2012, while government budgets in the U.S. and much of Europe, have been under severe pressure with lower tax revenues. These trends have created opportunities for consulting companies worldwide. Plunkett Research estimates that global consulting industry revenues (including HR, IT, strategy, operations management and business advisory services) will be about $391 billion in 2012 up from $366 billion in 2011.

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