Grant Thornton (US)
Advisory Strategy & Transformation Leader
Grant Thornton’s Advisory business is entering a new era of accelerated growth and transformation. The firm is executing an ambitious strategy to redefine how a mid‑market professional services organization scales, differentiates, and delivers value.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Growth Enablement
Partner with the Advisory Managing Partner and Executive Leadership, across Advisory and with other lines of business, to translate strategic ambition into scalable execution and measurable value creation.
Define and operationalize a modern operating model that aligns client experience, delivery excellence, and margin expansion.
Drive AI‑enabled transformation, embedding intelligent automation, data insights, and digital tools across all aspects of the business.
Lead growth initiatives across a multi‑competency Advisory portfolio—including strategy, transformation, technology enablement, and managed services—to deliver integrated client value propositions.
Play an active leadership role in Advisory global platform expansion, driving key components of the global leadership strategy as other GT firms join the platform.
Partner with the Advisory Commercial Leader to implement and operationalize go‑to‑market practices, programs, and functions for sustained partner adoption and market performance.
Support external acquisition and integration.
Operational Excellence & Commercial Performance
Oversee delivery economics—growth, DSO, utilization, realization, book‑to‑burn metrics—to directly improve revenue growth, speed to market, and profitability.
Enhance Advisory’s delivery mix model, integrating firm talent, offshore center capabilities, automation platforms, and independent contractor ecosystems.
Lead the introduction of strategic pricing and alternative commercial arrangements (e.g., value‑based, outcome‑based) that drive behavioral change across the partnership.
Integrate operational improvements with private‑equity value‑creation priorities, balancing near‑term results with long‑term scalability.
Lead the Advisory Operations team, providing strategic leverage for Solution Family Leadership as the firm transitions to integrated solutions.
Transformation & Change Leadership
Lead the Advisory transformation agenda to drive growth and margin expansion, ensuring disciplined governance, rapid decision cycles, and sustained adoption.
Drive automation‑first process redesign across delivery and operations to unlock capacity and enable scale.
Create and lead a transformation office to coordinate priorities, track results, and sustain continuous improvement.
Serve as a trusted change agent balancing the needs of partners, investors, and clients—translating strategy into execution with speed, precision, and credibility.
People, Culture & Capability Development
Foster a high‑performance, client‑centric culture that values agility, accountability, and innovation.
Build leadership capability across the business, developing operational and transformation leaders who can drive performance at scale.
Embed a global mindset, connecting talent, tools, and expertise across borders to deliver seamlessly to clients.
Ensure independent contractors and contingent talent are used strategically as an integrated extension of the firm’s resource base.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience within Advisory, consulting, or professional services.
Demonstrated success in scaling multi‑competency businesses.
Experience in private‑equity‑backed or investor‑owned services businesses at a C‑Suite level.
Substantial experience leading operations and transformation initiatives in a complex service environment, US and globally.
Proven record of leading large‑scale operational and digital transformations.
Experience designing and running global delivery networks and integrated resource models.
Experience in strategic pricing innovation within partnership models.
Strong commercial and financial acumen; deep understanding of consulting economics.
Excellent relationship‑building, influencing, and communication skills.
Operates with pace and ambiguity with the ability to lead through change while driving measurable business results.
Core Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen.
Change Management.
Decision Making.
Team Leadership and Motivation.
Influence & Collaboration.
Emotional Intelligence & Relationship Building.
Communication & Responsiveness.
Adaptability & Professionalism.
Impact & Success Metrics
Transformation Velocity.
Margin Expansion & Cost Optimization.
Scalable Global Operations.
Cultural Shift.
Market Differentiation.
Why This Role Matters
A faster, smarter, and more scalable firm.
A differentiated client and employee experience.
A tangible increase in enterprise value and market leadership.
About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We offer a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support.
In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities, providing audit, assurance, tax, and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland.
About The Team
Flexibility in work location, schedule, and time off.
Support for overall well‑being through work‑life integration.
Personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all identities and roles.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion beyond compliance.
Next Steps If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by a Grant Thornton team member to schedule a time to connect.
Benefits Personalized and comprehensive benefits that support diverse identities and roles. For an overview, visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
Additional Details Grant Thornton promotes equal employment opportunities, with detailed policies regarding accommodation, hiring, and non‑discrimination. For Los Angeles or Massachusetts applicants, specific local policies apply as described to ensure compliance with relevant laws.
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Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Growth Enablement
Partner with the Advisory Managing Partner and Executive Leadership, across Advisory and with other lines of business, to translate strategic ambition into scalable execution and measurable value creation.
Define and operationalize a modern operating model that aligns client experience, delivery excellence, and margin expansion.
Drive AI‑enabled transformation, embedding intelligent automation, data insights, and digital tools across all aspects of the business.
Lead growth initiatives across a multi‑competency Advisory portfolio—including strategy, transformation, technology enablement, and managed services—to deliver integrated client value propositions.
Play an active leadership role in Advisory global platform expansion, driving key components of the global leadership strategy as other GT firms join the platform.
Partner with the Advisory Commercial Leader to implement and operationalize go‑to‑market practices, programs, and functions for sustained partner adoption and market performance.
Support external acquisition and integration.
Operational Excellence & Commercial Performance
Oversee delivery economics—growth, DSO, utilization, realization, book‑to‑burn metrics—to directly improve revenue growth, speed to market, and profitability.
Enhance Advisory’s delivery mix model, integrating firm talent, offshore center capabilities, automation platforms, and independent contractor ecosystems.
Lead the introduction of strategic pricing and alternative commercial arrangements (e.g., value‑based, outcome‑based) that drive behavioral change across the partnership.
Integrate operational improvements with private‑equity value‑creation priorities, balancing near‑term results with long‑term scalability.
Lead the Advisory Operations team, providing strategic leverage for Solution Family Leadership as the firm transitions to integrated solutions.
Transformation & Change Leadership
Lead the Advisory transformation agenda to drive growth and margin expansion, ensuring disciplined governance, rapid decision cycles, and sustained adoption.
Drive automation‑first process redesign across delivery and operations to unlock capacity and enable scale.
Create and lead a transformation office to coordinate priorities, track results, and sustain continuous improvement.
Serve as a trusted change agent balancing the needs of partners, investors, and clients—translating strategy into execution with speed, precision, and credibility.
People, Culture & Capability Development
Foster a high‑performance, client‑centric culture that values agility, accountability, and innovation.
Build leadership capability across the business, developing operational and transformation leaders who can drive performance at scale.
Embed a global mindset, connecting talent, tools, and expertise across borders to deliver seamlessly to clients.
Ensure independent contractors and contingent talent are used strategically as an integrated extension of the firm’s resource base.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience within Advisory, consulting, or professional services.
Demonstrated success in scaling multi‑competency businesses.
Experience in private‑equity‑backed or investor‑owned services businesses at a C‑Suite level.
Substantial experience leading operations and transformation initiatives in a complex service environment, US and globally.
Proven record of leading large‑scale operational and digital transformations.
Experience designing and running global delivery networks and integrated resource models.
Experience in strategic pricing innovation within partnership models.
Strong commercial and financial acumen; deep understanding of consulting economics.
Excellent relationship‑building, influencing, and communication skills.
Operates with pace and ambiguity with the ability to lead through change while driving measurable business results.
Core Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen.
Change Management.
Decision Making.
Team Leadership and Motivation.
Influence & Collaboration.
Emotional Intelligence & Relationship Building.
Communication & Responsiveness.
Adaptability & Professionalism.
Impact & Success Metrics
Transformation Velocity.
Margin Expansion & Cost Optimization.
Scalable Global Operations.
Cultural Shift.
Market Differentiation.
Why This Role Matters
A faster, smarter, and more scalable firm.
A differentiated client and employee experience.
A tangible increase in enterprise value and market leadership.
About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We offer a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support.
In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities, providing audit, assurance, tax, and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland.
About The Team
Flexibility in work location, schedule, and time off.
Support for overall well‑being through work‑life integration.
Personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all identities and roles.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion beyond compliance.
Next Steps If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by a Grant Thornton team member to schedule a time to connect.
Benefits Personalized and comprehensive benefits that support diverse identities and roles. For an overview, visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
Additional Details Grant Thornton promotes equal employment opportunities, with detailed policies regarding accommodation, hiring, and non‑discrimination. For Los Angeles or Massachusetts applicants, specific local policies apply as described to ensure compliance with relevant laws.
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