Associate Director or Director

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The Management Consulting Associate Director and Director in Guidehouse's State and Local Government Practice leads delivery teams on high impact State & Local Government client engagements and drives business development activities.

Key activities include:

• Establishing approaches to gather information from clients regarding client structure, process, technology and culture.
• Facilitating meetings with client stakeholders to gather information.
• Managing quality control for project deliverables and work product consistent with Guidehouse quality requirements.
• Leveraging Guidehouse frameworks and other leading practices to identify and implement program improvements for clients.
• Effectively leveraging project resources to accomplish tasks while providing regular feedback and coaching.
• Driving business development activities including RFP responses, proposal development, and peak account planning.

What You Will Need:

• Critical thinking to solve problems and develop innovative solutions to client's management and operational challenges.
• Proven abilities as a team leader: supervising teams to create an atmosphere of trust; seeking diverse views to encourage improvement and innovation; participating in various staff recruitment and retention activities; and coaching staff including providing timely meaningful written and verbal feedback.
• Ability to 'quick start' account plan and target new business opportunities that support relevant practice development goals and objectives.
• An Associate Director or Director in Guidehouse's State and Local Government practice must possess the following:
• 7+ years for Associate Director and 10+ years for Director minimum experience in management consulting with at least 3 - 5 years in State & Local Government or related field within the State and Local Government sector.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing projects and junior & mid-level staff.
• Must reside and be able to travel throughout the state of Illinois and on occasion outside the Midwest region.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Master's Degree - MPP or MPA (including MBA or equivalent).
• Experience managing challenging projects and serving clients.
• Experience facilitating meetings and public speaking with large groups.
• Experience with one more of the following areas: business process redesign, HR consulting, business case development, IT strategy and implementation.
• Management consulting skills such as project management, financial modeling, operational modeling, and stakeholder management.
• Familiarity with the Illinois government structures and processes.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays.
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life.
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.
• Student Loan Pay Down.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities.
• Skills Development & Certifications.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach.
• Mobility Stipend.

Key Skills: Communication skills, IT Software

Employment Type: Full Time

Department / Functional Area: IT Software

Experience: 0 Years - 2 Years

Vacancy: 1

Joining Date: Sat, 11 Jan 2025

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