Role Overview:
If you have a passion for team management and are looking for an opportunity to showcase your resource management, development, and case staffing skills, then we would like to meet with you!
The Associate Director, Staffing and Development, oversees all aspects of project staffing and related professional development for the Finance practice area. This position is critical to the functioning of case teams, the development of individuals, and Cornerstone’s collective ability to provide consistently outstanding client service.
A member of the Talent team, the Associate Director reports to the Senior Director, Talent Acquisition and Staffing, and collaborates with Staffing colleagues, Practice Leadership, Practice Management, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition, and HR, to facilitate the effectiveness of case teams and the firm’s development objectives at the practice level. The Associate Director, Staffing and Development is a leader on the firm-wide team, providing oversight and guidance to team members and supporting the Director in managing the firm-wide staffing and development function.
At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 1,100-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research five times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.
You’ll Love It Here If You:
Embrace learning and continuous improvement
Set and strive for a high bar of excellence
Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!
Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it’s harder or takes longer
Are passionate about what you do
How You'll Help Our Team Succeed:
Manage the Finance Staffing team, as well as local office staffing managers as assigned.
Work closely with officers and case managers to understand and stay on top of a rapidly-changing pipeline of projects, deadlines, and priorities.
Take ownership of and lead the project staffing process for billable and non-billable projects while accounting for specific case needs, development needs and timing.
Provide leadership and guidance on key issues at each consultant level.
Coach team members on how to incorporate development considerations into creative staffing solutions, how to reconcile with business needs, and how to communicate these determinations most effectively with all relevant stakeholder groups.
Work with Officers to create a fair and comparable level of utilization across the practice and to provide consultants with the opportunity to work on a variety of matters and with a diversity of staff, while balancing development opportunities with client needs.
Develop a professional relationship with each consultant, including an in-depth understanding of professional aspirations, experiences, strengths, development needs, and relevant personal circumstances.
Ensure ongoing dialogue with case managers and advisors to align staffing decisions with skill and professional development goals.
Work proactively to anticipate, identify and address challenging staffing issues.
What You'll Need to Be Successful:
12+ years of broad-based experience in a professional services, legal or consulting environment required with a demonstrated focus on staffing and professional development.
Prior experience managing teams (required).
Proficiency using Microsoft Office required, with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
Demonstrated ability to implement comprehensive short-term and long-term strategic operational plans from broadly stated business objectives.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
Proven project management skills.
Ability to handle sensitive…