Special Advisor – Higher Education Advisory

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Participate in client projects and aid in managing client relationships.

• Document and evaluate processes, internal controls, and workflows to pinpoint areas for improvement.

• Investigate best practices, operational policies, and organizational structures.

• Conduct interviews with clients to gain insights into processes and suggest enhancements.

• Assist project managers with daily service delivery tasks.

• Explore issues and create whitepapers regarding current industry trends and challenges.

• Aid in the presentation of findings and recommendations through visual aids and written content.

• Help develop articles, sales proposals, and presentations for business development and client engagement.

• Remain updated on the firm’s administrative requirements.

• Offer senior-level expertise and strategic advice to higher education consulting teams.

• Contribute to thought leadership and strategic guidance.

• Conduct expert reviews of analyses and recommendations.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree is required.

• A terminal degree is preferred.

• At least ten (10) years of prior experience in a senior executive position within a higher education institution is required.

• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Strong writing capabilities, especially in summarizing analyses and formulating recommendations.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• A commitment to ongoing learning and staying informed about strategies and regulations.

• Appropriate ethical understanding and dedication.

• A sense of urgency and a commitment to quality and timely completion of tasks.

• Willingness to travel to client locations as needed.

🏝️ Benefits

• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.