Senior Manager, Forensics

Job Category: GeneralistJob Description: Job Summary: The Senior Manager, Risk and Resiliency will serve as a Sr. Subject Matter Advisor on Crisis Management, Business Continuity and risk related engagements which embrace BDO’s Risk and Resiliency entrepreneurial approach to integrate industry leading practices with innovative techniques and methodologies, collaboratively building and maturing programs for our clients. In this role, the Senior Manager will leverage their expertise in crisis management, business continuity and resiliency, to influence companies and senior leaders across various industries, creating memorable experiences which improve their ability make risk-informed decisions, manage crises, continue critical business operations, and integrate various risk functions. The Senior Manager is creative and confident and comfortable facilitating c-suite meetings, training, and navigating conflict.The Senior Manager is also accountable for growth and management of a portfolio of accounts, meeting sales targets, while also ensuring projects are executed on time, within budget and delivering innovative and quality products which bring unparalleled value to our clients.The Senior Manager is also responsible for mentoring, coaching and the professional development of junior staff and can adjust and connect with team members with varying levels of experience.Job Duties:

Manages consulting, financial, and operational numbers, such as utilization, realization, margin, sales pipeline
Demonstrates ability to grow, expand, cross-sell accounts
Establishes engagement budgets, coordinates deliverables, and maintains appropriate project management to ensure engagements are delivered “on time, on budget, and as promised”
Consistently develops and delivers accurate and thorough project status reports to client stakeholders and management
Proactively identifies project risks and issues and resolve them in a timely manner
Cultivates and maintains strong, trust-based strategic relationships with key client decision makers
Identifies revenue growth opportunities and coordinates business development efforts including drafting and issuance of statements of work
Facilitates workshops and presentations to client personnel
Provides clients with strategic business continuity guidance (written and verbal) in the disciplines of business continuity, crisis management, and enterprise risk management
Recommends enhancements to client operations and infrastructure to strengthen business resiliency and recovery capabilities
Contributes to the development of methodologies and intellectual capital
Exhibits mastery of consulting methodology, materials, tools, and continuity software
Participates in client pitches and manages new relationships through CRM
Develops client policies and strategies to assess and mitigate risk associated with business interruption, disaster recovery, cyber-attacks, black swan events, and other strategic crises
Leads the development of business continuity, crisis management, disaster recovery plans, and training materials for clients
Leads the development all aspects of risk and resilience programs – (e.g., strategy, governance, operating model, and support training and development needs of senior executives
Develops support function-level (HR, Legal, etc.) business unit, and product-level crisis and resilience planning, training, and exercises
Leads development and facilitates business continuity and crisis management exercises to assess potential business impacts, define critical, time-sensitive processes and develop business continuity plans
Leads development and facilitates workshops/presentations to clients and executive stakeholders
Provides clients with strategic business continuity guidance (written and verbal) in the disciplines of business continuity, crisis management and enterprise risk management
Contributes to the development of methodologies and intellectual capital
Manages consulting engagements, content development, content delivery and client relationships
Manages engagement financial and operational health, such as utilization, realization, margin and the sales pipeline
Grows, expands and cross-sells accounts
Applies mastery of consulting methodology, materials, tools, and continuity software
Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Provides strong leadership, technical guidance, coaching, and support to junior consultants ensuring they are trained on all relevant tools and techniques
Evaluates the performance of junior consultants and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Education:

Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Business Administration or Risk Management preferred
Master’s degree (MBA), preferred

Experience:

Ten (10) or more years of work experience, required
Ten (10) or more years of risk management, information technology disaster recovery, business continuity, emergency management or crisis management, required
Professional client service experience, preferred
Knowledge regarding strategies to leverage business interruption insurance, preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

DRII, BCI or similar accreditation, preferred

Software:

Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, required
Experience with Teams, Zoom, Skype, GoTo Meeting or other web-based meeting applications, preferred
Experience with SharePoint and familiarity with cloud-based CRM tools, preferred
Familiarity with risk and/or resiliency software (e.g. Archer, Fusion, Origami, ServiceNow Fairchild, etc.), preferred

Language:

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Capable of consistently maintaining a professional demeanor and working collaboratively in a dynamic team environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Inquisitive and curious nature with a desire to learn as much as possible, contribute to a dynamic and interactive team environment, and proactively seek out knowledge in relevant subject areas
Solid organizational skills especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Contributes to the development of the engagement strategy
Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel
Identifies and assists in practice business development efforts, including client pursuits and proposals
Supports a collaborative and team-oriented environment while pushing themselves, their peers, and their teams for strong results and quality work
Executive presence and ability to act as primary client contact on assigned engagements
Effectively handles firm and practice administrative matters, including engagement staffing, client billing, monitoring project economics and adherence to Firm quality standards and protocols
The successful candidate must also be willing and able to travel, when necessary

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.National Range: $160,000 – $190,000
Maryland Range: $160,000 – $190,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $160,000 – $190,000About Us: Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:

Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
Empowering team members to explore their full potential
Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.”

*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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