Manager
AArete is one of a kind when it comes to consulting firm culture.
Join us!
As a Manager you set the pace on client projects.
You will be responsible for leading projects to success and managing a team of Analyst, Consultants and Senior Consultants.
Bring your
AA-game to create an environment and team dynamic that motivates and inspires high performance to achieve exceptional project outcomes.
In this role, you will be the day to day point of contact gathering requirements, recommending solutions and thinking innovatively.
You’ll have an opportunity to make an impact by solving unique business challenges, both with client and internal projects.
At AArete we’re successfully embracing working in a flexible work environment.
We have offices in many locations such as Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Dallas and DC.
Based on preference, AAretians have the opportunity to work remotely, visit nearby office or client location.
Why AArete?
We are fast growing strategy, operations and technology consulting firm, because of this the bar is set high at AArete.
AArete is guided by our deeply embedded principles: Excellence, Passion, Loyalty to Clients, Stewardship, Family, Community, Sustainability, and Inclusion.
We strive to continually improve our work environment to allow for high team member engagement and ability to be successful.
Join the company named in Vault’s Top 50 Firms to Work For, Crains Chicago Business Fast 50 for a 3rd year, Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Firms list for the 4th consecutive year, Consulting Magazines Fastest Growing Firms for the 4th consecutive year and Forbes Magazine’s Best Consulting Firms in America list of 2021.
- Exciting variety of clients and business challenges – from the largest firms in the world to mid-size tech growth companies to colleges and universities
- Culture – collaborative, focused on career/professional development, plentiful opportunities, exciting, and fun!
- Competitive Pay and Benefits – competitive salary, unlimited PTO, 401K match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Work you’ll do
- Work closely with Vice Presidents, Managing Directors and Directors to set project strategy
- Lead Teams and coach Team Members on client and internal projects
- Draw from experience to help solve business challenges
- Collaborate with stakeholders and teammates to find creative solutions to business problems
- Manage projects effectively by collaborating with both internal and client stakeholders
- Communicate deliverables to stakeholders
- Support solution implementation
Requirements:
- 6+ years of consulting experience
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Direct client interaction, including possible travel to client location
- High self-motivation, accountability and encouragement toward others
- Exceptional independent judgement and leadership skills
- Creative and innovative
- Strong Project/Process management; Balance and prioritize competing responsibilities
- Advanced skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Cultural flexibility/adaptability