Description
PRINCIPAL
Please note: This posting is in support of possible upcoming opportunities throughout our solutions centers. Our teams are always interested in reviewing excellent, potential colleagues who may be interested in joining our teams in support of future missions. We often have opportunities for professionals at varying levels. If you are interested in being considered for Analyst opportunities supporting these missions with us, please consider submitting your resume and application.
Are you interested in working for a management consulting firm in Washington, D.C. that believes in, inspires, and outfits people to have meaningful lives and to make extraordinary contributions to causes that matter? Do you crave a work environment that is collaborative, energetic, and challenges the status quo? Then come join us! The Clearing has been recognized as one of DC's "Best Places To Work" and one of the "Most Engaged Workplaces."
This position is based in Washington, D.C. However, the nature of The Clearing's work and project-based environment requires travel to client locations in and around the D.C. metro area, including the greater Baltimore area. Occasional travel outside the D.C. metro area or out of state may be required at times.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Principal designs, allocates resources, and sets strategic direction for projects and programs. The Principal leads multiple project teams of 10+ staff members. S/he is expected to advise consultants on project work/deliverables and guide project work by using proven methodologies and frameworks. The Principal tracks project/program success against work plan and project targets, including utilization, budget, scope, and timeline to completion. S/he is responsible for ensuring the quality of all project and client deliverables. The Principal sets and manages client expectations for work, staff, and the overall consulting engagement experience. Developing trusted working relationships with existing clientele is critical, as is expanding client relationships and building new business with them. The Principal is responsible for the performance and development of his/her staff, actively developing staff. S/he serves as a mentor and Career Counselor for 3+ junior staff members. With the Senior Leadership team, the Principal creates a culture of learning that drives individual and organizational development. S/he excels in a team environment and enables effective communications and collaboration among projects and teams. opportunities. S/he validates requirements from prospective clients and acts as lead writer on numerous proposals.
WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO
ABOUT US
The Clearing is a management consulting firm that helps leaders identify underlying causes of organizational obstacles, resolve highly complex challenges, prioritize the fewest, most important initiatives to tackle regardless of conflicting needs, and make informed decisions in the context of an agreed-upon mission, vision, and strategy.
We help create peak performance organizations through strategy, organizational development, leadership training, and change management. Our experienced consultants bring a powerful blend of analytic and creative skills from diverse fields, including change management, finance, engineering, communications, education, policy, design, and corporate leadership.
OUR VALUES
Make an impact: We are out to change the world
Operate with integrity: We do what we say we'll do
Deliver excellence: We surpass expectations in getting things done
Embrace all perspectives: We treat one another with respect no matter the circumstance
Act with purpose: We bring energy, heart, and enthusiasm that is contagious to those around us
Requirements
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
WHAT YOU'RE GOOD AT
OTHER INTANGIBLES
HOW YOU'LL DO IT
The following are some key experiences that our management consultants, at all levels, can expect to encounter that help us grow, build skills, and show/teach others. These experiences offer the foundation for our teams to develop tacit knowledge that is "discovered" rather than "taught."
The Clearing is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. In addition to federal legal requirements, The Clearing complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. These protections extend to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring practices, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training and career development programs.