Account Director
GuidehouseAbout the role
Job Family:
Management Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
Guidehouse is seeking an experienced Account Director to support the growth of key federal civilian accounts. This role will report to the Account Partner and lead account planning, capture, and other business development activities for accounts or sub-accounts. Additionally, this role will lead and/or serve as program manager for several engagements within their account(s) portfolio. This role is both a business development and client delivery facing role.
What You Will Do:
- Develop strategies for customer outreach and engagement
- Participate in industry events to build Guidehouse’s brand
- Perform account and market research on accounts
- Develop and execute strategic account plans
- Develop and execute capture, call, and proposal plans
- Perform outreach to increase Pwin
- Coach team on business development best practices
- Lead account portfolio projects and ensure high quality delivery and responsible contract and financial management.
What You Will Need:
- A collaborative team player with a mindset for growth
- High business acumen and a strong grasp of the current industry landscape
- Experience negotiating teaming arrangements and workshare agreements, including drafting and reviewing subcontract agreements
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited University
- 10+ years of prior relevant consulting experience
- Experience leading capture and proposal for federal proposal
- Experience serving as a project or program manager for federal engagements
- Experience developing whitepapers, pitches, and rough order magnitude quotes
- Experience managing people and teams of at least 10
- Experience managing project financials and economics (budget, margin, etc.) for various contract types
- Expertise in management consulting or IT consulting.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Prior US Department of Agriculture, US Department of Commerce, US Department of Labor experience or stakeholder relationships
- Industry memberships or relationships, e.g., ACT-IAC, AFFERM
- Relationships with potential teaming partners (small, medium, and large businesses)
- Advanced degree or other professional certifications
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 o
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