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McChrystal Group · 1 month ago

Senior Associate, Implementation

Alexandria, Virginia

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

McChrystal Group is a leadership and management consulting firm that partners with executive teams to solve complex performance challenges. The Senior Associate will lead transformational engagements, guiding clients through complex change and ensuring delivery excellence from diagnosis through execution.

Business DevelopmentConsultingManagement ConsultingManagement Information Systems

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end workstreams, coordinating across functions and ensuring alignment with client strategy and objectives

Translate executive intent into practical operating models and decision systems that drive sustained performance

Manage complex, multi-phase programs that span leadership, process, and performance transformation

Build and manage detailed project plans, track progress against milestones, and identify and mitigate delivery risks early

Deliver clear, actionable insights and recommendations that shape client decisions at the highest levels

Lead portions of client presentations and workshops, connecting analysis to outcomes through compelling, executive-ready storytelling and facilitation

Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders; support business development through opportunity identification and pursuit strategy

Represent McChrystal Group’s value proposition with credibility and confidence to both client and firm leadership

Coach and mentor junior consultants; foster a culture of feedback, collaboration, and excellence

Model McChrystal Group’s values, embedding Ship / Shipmate / Self and Client First principles into daily work

Contribute to internal innovation by codifying learnings and strengthening the firm’s intellectual property

Build ROI cases and quantify impact for client initiatives; incorporate market and competitive insights into recommendations

Manage engagement economics (staffing, utilization, and realization), balancing commercial health with client outcomes

Document and share best practices to continuously improve the effectiveness and consistency of delivery

Contribute to firm growth through recruiting, industry engagement, and thought leadership

Pursue ongoing personal and professional development through mentorship, client exposure, and continuous learning

Qualification

Analytical skillsClient engagementProject managementLeadership coachingData-driven storytellingBusiness acumenMS Office proficiencyCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationPresentation skills