What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Projects Lead position at NextStep?
NextStep is a digital, AI-first career platform dedicated to helping top-performing consultants navigate career transitions. By leveraging a data-driven approach, NextStep matches professionals with high-fit opportunities while enabling companies to connect with exceptional talent. The platform is developed in collaboration with Consulting Comedy, the largest consulting-focused community globally, boasting 1M subscribers.On behalf of our partner network, we're recruiting a Strategic Projects Lead in New York. Strategic Projects Lead - New YorkWhat you'll be responsible for:As Strategic Projects Lead, you'll take the company's most important initiatives from "good idea" to "actually happening." You will:Own 3-5 make-or-break projects at any time, including launching new products, entering new markets, or restructuring operationsWork directly with the CEO and leadership team to scope what success looks like and how to get therePull together the right people from across the company and keep them focused on what mattersBuild the business case and financial models that justify why the project is worth doingRun project workstreams, track milestones, and adjust plans when reality hitsSpot the issues that will derail the project in two months and solve them todayPresent progress and recommendations to the Board and executive teamTurn one-off projects into repeatable processes that the company can use againYou'll be a strong match if you have:Previous experience in consulting (MBB, Big 4, or boutique firms)3-5 years delivering strategic projects, transformations, or new business initiativesExperience taking messy, ambiguous problems and turning them into clear action plansStrong analytical skills (you can build models, crunch data, and find the insight that matters)The ability to influence senior people without formal authority over themGreat at explaining complex topics simply, whether in a deck or a conversationComfortable when priorities shift and you need to figure things out as you goIf you've built your career in consulting and are ready to transition into strategic project leadership roles in the industry, multiple companies in our network are likely looking for you. How to apply:Step 1: Submit your application.Step 2: You'll receive an invite to join the NextStep platform.Step 3: Complete your profile and get matched with the best-fit companies and opportunities in our partner network.Please note: By joining NextStep, we'll match you with companies actively hiring for Strategic Projects Lead and similar roles that align with your expertise, industry preferences, and career goals.
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000