Nila Ray
Break into Consulting | Former L.E.K. Senior Consultant | UChicago Grad
Studied at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Worked at L.E.K. Consulting
Available tomorrow at 8:00 PM UTC
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Nila's Coaching Offerings
Custom hourly · $70/hr
Get help with Cover Letters, Behavioral Interview Prep, and .
Nila also coaches for Master’s Programs and College. View all.
Nila’s Management Consulting Qualifications
Experience level: Consultant
Hello and welcome to my profile! With extensive experience at L.E.K. Consulting, where I advanced from Associate to Senior Consultant, I have honed my skills in managing case teams, leading client workshops, and developing strategic deliverables. My focus on Healthcare Services and active involvement in firm recruitment and mentorship have equipped me with a deep understanding of the consulting landscape. I've not only been in your shoes myself, but I've also been on the other side talking to aspiring applicants, reading over applicants, and interviewing people like you! I am passionate about helping aspiring consultants navigate the competitive application process, offering comprehensive support in resume building, networking strategies, and generally learning more about what the job entails and if it would be the right fit for you! Let's connect to tailor a plan that aligns with your career aspirations and sets you on the path to success in management consulting!
Nila can help with:
Cover Letters
Behavioral Interview Prep
Presentations
General Exploration
Skill Building
Networking Strategy
Promotion Strategy
Job Search Strategies
LinkedIn Review
Resume Review
Nila also coaches for Master’s Programs and College. View all.
Why do I coach?
I could not have progressed through each milestone in my life and succeeded in new environments without the help of key coaches and mentors in my life. I love to pay it forward and return the advice & mentorship I've received over the years. I have navigated a non-traditional path and love every step I've taken to-date. I'm constantly learning and growing myself, so I'd love to share the experience, lessons I've learned, and perspectives to help you find your own success whether in undergrad, grad school, the healthcare world, or beyond! I'm sure we can connect on some commonalities where I can bring something helpful to your journey. Looking forward to connecting soon.
Work Experience
Graduate Research Assistant
Johns Hopkins University
December 2025 - Present
Associate through Senior Consultant
L.E.K. Consulting
October 2019 - April 2024
Key responsibilities: • Manage case team day-to-day and ensure workstreams stay on track to produce deliverables by deadlines • Lead client workshops/presentations, serve as client point of contact, & oversee client project workstreams • Delegate tasks & provide feedback to junior team members; manage team expectations/timelines • Create Excel models to analytically support forecasts, proposed strategies, & growth opportunities • Develop client-ready deliverables to synthesize and communicate findings & recommendations • Conduct primary & secondary market research to assess market trends, landscape, & opportunities Notable firm involvement (past & present): • Dedicated to Healthcare Services practice • Co-Client Development Head of [email protected] • Chicago [email protected]. leadership team • Healthcare Sector Social Committee • Firm recruitment (interview candidates, coffee chats) • Associate & Consultant mentorship (welcome buddy, case mentor, panelist) Research, Analytical Skills and +5 skills
Summer Associate
L.E.K. Consulting
June 2018 - August 2018
Nila was also given offers to work at
Accenture
Education
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Master of Public Health - MPH
2024 - 2026
Focus areas: • Concentration in Health Systems and Policy • Certificates in Gerontology & in Health Finance and Management
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology & Biological Sciences (Spec. in Neuroscience)
2015 - 2019