Growth Strategy Senior Manager

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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.

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

About The Team

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:

• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at Grant Thornton ( .

Here’s What You Can Expect Next

If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at Grant Thornton careers ( .

Benefits

We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit:

• Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
• Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details

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Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton LLP to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact [email protected]

For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Grant Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.

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