Manager, Consulting (Project & Change Management Focus) for Boutique, NYC-Based Management Consulting Firm

Overview

This role sits at the Manager level within a consulting environment focused on helping organizations translate strategy into execution. Managers lead client engagements end-to-end, oversee delivery across multiple workstreams, and ensure high-quality outcomes through strong project management, stakeholder alignment, and team leadership. The role balances hands-on execution with people development and close partnership with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day execution of client engagements, owning project plans, timelines, deliverables, and communication cadences

• Partner with senior team members to define project scope, success metrics, and milestones, translating strategy into actionable workplans

• Manage multiple concurrent workstreams, proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and course corrections

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, accountability, and on-time delivery

• Prepare for and facilitate client meetings and working sessions that drive decision-making and momentum

• Ensure consistent, high-quality outputs while adapting plans in ambiguous or evolving environments

• Support the development of client capabilities throughout the engagement

• Serve as a Career Manager, coaching and supporting the growth of team members across levels

• Provide active mentorship, modeling strong judgment, executive presence, and delivery discipline

• Contribute to internal initiatives related to operations, process improvement, or intellectual property development

• Support business development efforts through proposal development, client storytelling, and pitch participation as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred

• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and multiple workstreams simultaneously

• Strong analytical and structured thinking skills; ability to distill complexity into clear plans and actions

• Proven ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, high-stakes environments

• Experience working with senior stakeholders and navigating sensitive organizational dynamics

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to influence and align diverse stakeholders

• High attention to detail, responsiveness, and follow-through

• Flexibility to meet project demands, including occasional extended hours

• Willingness to travel up to ~30%

Ideal Profile

• Pragmatic, curious problem-solver with a strong execution mindset

• Takes ownership and accountability for outcomes, not just recommendations

• Energized by complex, people-centric business challenges

• Growth-oriented, reflective, and receptive to feedback

• Invests in relationships and team development

• Leads with humility, integrity, and a strong sense of urgency