Recognition

Vault has announced that Bates White is ranked #8 on its 2026 list of the 50 best consulting firms to work for in North America, up from #10 in last year’s rankings. The firm also earned strong gains across multiple Vault ranking categories, reflecting continued momentum and broad-based excellence.

Bates White received particularly strong rankings in the following categories:

• Best Boutique Consulting Firms: #13
• Best Economic Consulting Firms: #9
• Most Prestigious Consulting Firms: #29

Also of note were the high rankings Bates White received for quality of life, where the firm moved up in nearly every category and ranked within the top 10 for:

• Informal Training & Mentoring: #5
• Compensation: #6
• Benefits: #7
• Formal Training: #10

“We are proud to see Bates White ranked number eight on Vault’s list of the best consulting firms,” said Bates White Managing Partner Scott Weishaar. “These results reflect the exceptional talent, collaboration, and dedication of our employees, as well as the trust our clients place in us to tackle their most complex challenges. We remain deeply committed to investing in our people and fostering an environment where they can do their best work.”

In addition, Bates White’s internship program continues to receive top recognition from Vault. In October 2025, Vault named Bates White the #1 firm on its 2026 Best Consulting Internships rankings, marking the fifth time the firm has earned the top spot. Bates White also ranked #3 on Vault’s 2026 list of the 150 Best Internships, #1 for Best Internships for Data Analytics, and #4 for Best Internships for Training & Mentoring.

Vault, a leading career intelligence platform, provides professionals in consulting, law, banking, and accounting with resources to research potential employers and manage career growth. Its 2026 consulting firm rankings are based on a survey of consultants who evaluated firms on factors including culture, compensation, work-life balance, and overall business outlook.