Manager, Consulting

Manager, Consulting Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time From $115,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications Business development within consulting Identifying new business opportunities Project timeline management Collaborating with government agencies Performance management Change management Client services experience within consulting industry Team development Analysis skills Team management Customer relationship management Mentoring Management consulting Workshop facilitation Senior level 4 years Project leadership Consulting firm experience Stakeholder management

Full Job Description Description:

Our Company Mission Measurement (MM) is the world leader in measuring social outcomes. We help federal, state, and local government define, analyze, and improve the results of grant investments in education, housing, public health, workforce development, and more. We believe social outcomes can be standardized and measured consistently. At the center of our work is the Impact Genome Registry, the first-ever database with outcomes and cost benchmarks from over 2.2 million social programs. We are the premier implementors of the IGR with federal, state, and local agencies, working with them to track results, uncover "what works," and invest where tax dollars will have the greatest impact. Our goal is to maximize the impact of every dollar spent on social change. Get Paid to Change the World Mission Measurement seeks a highly capable and entrepreneurial Consulting Manager to support public-sector clients in shifting toward outcomes-focused, evidence-informed approaches to social impact and grantmaking. Managers work directly with federal agencies, state governments, and other funding bodies to help them design strategies, implement the Impact Genome Registry, make better investment decisions, and strengthen the systems and practices that support those decisions over time. This role is ideal for someone with strong consulting experience, comfort operating in complex public-sector environments, has change management and/or technology implementation experience, and the ability to translate analytical insight into practical action. Managers lead client engagements day-to-day, develop strategic recommendations, and guide clients through the organizational and operational changes required to adopt new ways of working. As part of a small and growing team, Managers take on significant responsibility and have direct exposure to senior leadership and clients. This role is mostly remote with the intent to move to hybrid or in-office in 2026. Candidates should be located near Washington DC or Chicago. Candidates must be willing to travel occasionally (~1x per month). Responsibilities Project Leadership & Delivery Lead client engagements end-to-end, translating client goals around outcomes, evidence, and impact into clear strategic frameworks and actionable recommendations Guide public-sector clients through changes to funding strategy, decision-making processes, and performance management practices Manage project plans, timelines, and team members to ensure high-quality delivery under tight deadlines Produce polished, client-ready deliverables that synthesize analysis into clear insights for senior decision-makers Client Partnership & Growth Serve as a trusted advisor to client leaders, anticipating needs and helping clients succeed internally and externally Facilitate working sessions and discussions with diverse stakeholder groups, including program, policy, and leadership audiences Identify opportunities to deepen engagements, expand scope, and support account growth Innovation & Team Development Contribute to the evolution of MM's offerings for public-sector and government clients Mentor and manage analysts and data-focused team members, supporting skill development and quality standards Support proposal development and thought leadership efforts as MM continues to grow its public-sector portfolio Live our core values Be Passionate about Social Impact Be Rigorous, Relatable, and Agile Maintain a Commercial Mindset Challenge Convention Salary and Benefits $115k starting salary. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare coverage, flexible vacation policy, hybrid work, 401K, and a collaborative work culture. We are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and do not make employment decisions based on an individual's race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We comply with all laws concerning non-discriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

Requirements:

4-7 years of experience in management consulting, public-sector consulting, or similar roles within government or public agencies Direct experience working with federal agencies, state governments, or public funding bodies, either as a consultant or internal staff Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to move from analysis to action Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills for senior and non-technical audiences Experience managing complex projects and client relationships Comfort navigating organizational change, ambiguity, and stakeholder dynamics Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias toward ownership and execution