Ankura · 1 day ago
Managing Director for Northern Latin America (Andes, Central America & Caribbean)
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expAnkura is a strategic advisory firm that supports multinational clients in navigating the intersection of government, policy, and business. They are seeking a Managing Director to lead their regional practice in Northern Latin America, focusing on public policy and government relations for diverse geographies including Venezuela, Colombia, and the Caribbean.
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Responsibilities
Strategic Advisory: Provide actionable, senior-level counsel to C-suite executives on political, economic, and social trends across the Northern Latin American corridor
Portfolio Management: Oversee client engagements, ensuring the highest quality of deliverables, from deep-dive political risk assessments to government relations strategies
Senior Level Connectivity: Candidates must be able to leverage an existing high-level network of contacts within regional governments, multilateral organizations, and the private sector
Business Development: Identify and pursue new client opportunities; lead the drafting of proposals and represent the firm at pitches, industry forums and other public speaking opportunities
Team Leadership: Support the broader Latin America team with regional clients as well as manage associates
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in international affairs, government service, or strategic consulting
Ability to manage client engagements in politically sensitive environments
Provide expert policy analysis, navigate complex regulatory environments, provide strategic positioning to clients amid uncertain political, economic and trade dynamics tensions
Deep understanding of the political economy of countries such as Venezuela, Colombia, Peru, Panama, Central American markets and, to an extent, the Caribbean
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex geopolitical issues into concise business-oriented insights
Fluency in English and Spanish is required; proficiency in Portuguese is a significant plus
Advanced degree (M.A. or higher) in International Relations, MBA, JD, or a related field
Company
Ankura
Ankura Consulting Group is a business advisory and expert services firm.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$810MKey Investors
Madison Dearborn Partners
2021-11-18Private Equity
2021-03-22Debt Financing· $710M
2016-03-03Private Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Kevin Lavin
Chief Executive Officer
Angela L. Cinefro
President
Recent News
2025-11-03
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