Job Description

As a Growth Strategy Senior Manager, you will be at the forefront of Advisory’s next chapter - helping to realize our vision for a more focused, growth-oriented, and digitally enabled Advisory practice. Our strategy is clear: build a business tailored for the middle market and private equity, powered by talent, targeted acquisitions, and a go-to-market approach that leverages AI, data, and technology to deliver differentiated value for our clients.

You will help shape and execute this future state by:

• Leading teams that deliver end-to-end solutions in our priority industries (ex. Technology, Higher Education, Life Sciences, Asset Management, Manufacturing, and Not for Profit).
• Driving growth through industry specialization, repeatable offerings, and a relentless focus on client outcomes.
• Championing digitization and operational excellence, supporting the firm’s move toward AI-centric offerings and a modernized delivery platform.
• Building and scaling new capabilities, collaborating across solution families, and contributing to a culture of innovation and commercial discipline.

This is an opportunity to join a team that is not only transforming client businesses but also reshaping how Advisory delivers impact - modernizing the core, digitizing operations, and achieving our full potential as a market leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Industry Expertise & Strategic Insight: Apply deep expertise in at least one priority industry (Enterprise Technology, Higher Education, Life Sciences, Asset Management, Manufacturing, Not for Profit) to advise clients, tailor solutions, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Solution Leadership: Lead teams in designing and delivering innovative solutions in growth strategy, customer acquisition & demand generation, or customer retention & experience. Use data-driven insights and market research to identify opportunities for revenue origination and expansion.
• Client Relationship Management: Manage multiple senior-level client relationships as a trusted advisor. Consult with stakeholders to define expectations, deliver high-quality services, and integrate solutions within client and firm strategies.
• Team Leadership & Talent Development: Lead, coach, and mentor advisory teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Support recruiting and build a strong talent pipeline.
• Operational & Project Management Excellence: Oversee multiple engagements/projects, ensuring operational excellence in planning, execution, and monitoring. Manage budgets, resources, timelines, and risk; ensure deliverables meet or exceed stakeholder expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or similar) preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in consulting, strategy, or advisory roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more priority industries.
• Proven track record in solution leadership (growth strategy, customer acquisition, or retention).
• Strong client relationship management and advisory skills.
• Demonstrated experience in nurturing relationships and business development.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Advanced project management skills
• Subject matter or industry-specific certifications preferred (ex. performance improvement, design thinking, AI leadership).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel as needed (up to 50%).

The base salary range for this position in Chicago, IL only is between $187,500 and $312,500.

The base salary range for this position in New York, NY only is between $202,500 and $337,500.

The base salary range for this position in Washington, DC only is between $202,500 and $337,500.

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