Job Summary:
The Senior Manager, Management Consulting is part of the People Strategy and
Solutions team. This role works under the authority of the Segment and Practice
Leaders and is responsible for managing and delivering high value, people
focused strategies and solutions to multiple clients through an
interdisciplinary approach that includes the following service areas: :
• Culture
• Change
• Communications
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Talent
• Learning and Development
In this role, the Senior Manager, Management Consulting is working in close
collaboration and partnership with others and is responsible for ensuring
exceptional client service and high-quality engagement deliverables. The Senior
Manager, Management Consulting is also responsible for developing new business
with existing clients and prospects of the Firm, including the identification of
target companies and existing business development support.
Job Duties:
Delivering Consulting
• Drives, exceptional, high quality client outcomes
• Operates as a trusted advisor to clients, demonstrating solid business
acumen, strategic and holistic thinking, executive presence, and an ability to
connect dots, notice nuances, and spot patterns and opportunities within and
across different client contexts
• Acts as a key contact for clients regarding all questions and information,
including progress, challenges encountered, and issues identified
• Provides unique insights regarding people and organizational dynamics.
Translates knowledge of industry trends into sustainable, customized strategies
and solutions for clients
• Develops compelling content. Writes and synthesizes content in a variety of
styles/formats that connects and inspires diverse audiences
• Responsible for the preparation of formal and informal presentations for
client meetings for status and reporting purposes
• Prepares for, facilitates, and synthesizes outputs from client
Managing Consulting
• Oversees, guides, and mentors managers and team members on client delivery
and consulting excellence
• Ensures the client delivery team provides exceptional client service and
develops advanced level deliverables and/or solutions to client issues and
opportunities
• Ensures the preparation of periodic and timely client billing, and ensures
timely adjustments to revenue forecast and engagement realization, as needed
• Directs multiple client engagements and underlying economics to ensure
engagement metrics are achieved
• Ensures the development of efficient and effective project plans and
project controls
• Fosters a positive demeanor, learning attitude and client service mentality
with managers, seniors and staff
Selling Consulting
• Identifies, grows and maintains strategic relationships with current and
prospective clients
• Identifies new business opportunities to expand the Management Consulting
practice and communicates such opportunities to his/her peers and practice
leadership
• Works closely with the practice leadership to manage marketing and business
development activities within practice (e.g. developing whitepapers, refreshing
marketing materials and website content etc..)
• Oversees the development of draft proposals and reports, and completes
research, when needed
• Collaborates with not only MC leaders to service clients and expand our
presence in the marketplace, but also other practice leaders to bring the best
solutions to our clients and prospects
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Supervises workload and deliverable quality of team members staffed to
their projects. Provides feedback to team members staffed to their projects
• May serve as a Career Advisor
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Human Resources, Communications,
Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or Business, preferred
• MBA or Masters Degree in Human Resources, Communications, or
Industrial/Organizational Psychology, preferred
Experience:
• Ten (10) or more years of experience within an internal or external
consulting or industry experience delivering people strategy, talent
development, organizational effectiveness, workforce/HR transformation, employee
communications, and/or change management work, required.
• Experience with a consulting firm, preferred
• Experience with project management, change management, stakeholder
management, gap analysis, process design, organization design and development,
and/or talent development, preferred
• Experience successfully managing multiple client projects and/or pursuits
and proposal efforts, preferred
License/Certification:
• N/A
Software:
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word,
Power Point, preferred
• Proficiency in whiteboarding and visualization tools such as Miro,
preferred
• Familiarity with various business communication channels and platforms,
preferred
• Experience with CRM and other business management software, preferred
Language:
• N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating all stages of
consulting delivery
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with
professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firm
• Ability to manage multiple priorities working independently and within a
team environment
• Ability to collaborate with partners and managers within other service
lines and industries, as well as Advisory leaders
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to simplify complex
issues and recommend solutions
• Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus
on details and accuracy
• Solid project management skills
• Executive presence to act as primary contact for clients while preparing
and presenting to clients and potential clients
• Capable of resolving complex business issues and proactive problem solving
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client contacts
• Ability to travel 25%, as needed
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after
consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s
qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $105,000 - $190,000
Maryland Range: $105,000 - $190,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $105,000 - $190,000
At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one
another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment
to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work,
leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around
what matters most to you.
Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and
achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life
each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients,
and create meaningful impact.
BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S.
and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping
clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s
success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their
financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful
addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits
offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our
connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.
Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional
benefits. Click here to find out more
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Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
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