Engagement Manager, Strategy Consulting

Engagement Manager, Strategy Consulting at Tarka Talent Engagement Manager, Strategy Consulting at Tarka Talent in River Grove, Illinois Posted in 1 day ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Job Title:

Engagement Manager

Salary Range:

$205,000

• $234,000 + Bonus
• Location /

Working Model:

Chicago, IL | Hybrid We are working with a high-performing, international strategy consultancy experiencing sustained growth, driven by increasing demand from private equity investors and high-growth businesses. This opportunity has arisen as part of their continued expansion in the US market, offering you the chance to take ownership of fast-paced, high-impact projects while accelerating your career in a collegiate setting. Our client is a globally recognised advisory firm specialising in growth strategy and commercial due diligence. Operating across multiple international offices, they are known for delivering rigorous, data-driven recommendations to investors and leadership teams. You'll join a collaborative, non-hierarchical environment where your contribution is valued from day one, with direct exposure to senior stakeholders and a clear progression path. The Engagement Manager will lead end-to-end project delivery, managing teams and providing strategic direction to clients in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. Role Highlights

• core tasks & impact
• Lead complex strategy consulting projects end-to-end
• Manage and mentor small, high-performing project teams
• Deliver detailed analysis to support investment decisions
• Work directly with senior stakeholders and investors
• Contribute to business development and client growth You Will Need
• key skills/experience
• Background in strategy consulting
• Proven experience leading teams and managing multiple workstreams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Confident communicator with client-facing experience
• Mandatory experience in commercial due diligence Why You'll Love It
• top benefits
• $205k
• 234k base salary plus performance bonus
• Rapid, merit-based career progression opportunities
• Structured training and continuous professional development
• Hybrid working model with limited travel requirements
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare and 401(k) matching
• Generous PTO with flexibility to purchase additional leave
• International mobility and secondment opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working culture Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates