Director of Strategic Planning

60601 Chicago, Illinois $150000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Strategic Planning to lead their strategic initiatives in Chicago, Illinois, US . This leadership position involves a hybrid work arrangement, offering a blend of in-office collaboration and remote autonomy. The Director will be responsible for developing, articulating, and executing the company’s long-term strategic vision, driving growth, and ensuring competitive advantage in the market. This role requires a deep understanding of market dynamics, financial analysis, and cross-functional leadership.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and refine the organization's overall strategic plan, including defining key objectives, initiatives, and performance metrics.
  • Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessments to identify opportunities and threats.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership and departmental heads to align departmental strategies with the overarching corporate strategy.
  • Lead the annual strategic planning process, including facilitating workshops, synthesizing input, and presenting recommendations.
  • Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.
  • Monitor the execution of strategic plans, track progress against KPIs, and recommend adjustments as needed.
  • Identify and evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
  • Communicate the strategic vision and plan effectively to all stakeholders, ensuring alignment and buy-in.
  • Foster a culture of strategic thinking and innovation throughout the organization.
  • Manage a team of strategic planning analysts and consultants.
Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic planning, corporate development, management consulting, or a related analytical role.
  • Proven track record of developing and implementing successful long-term strategic plans.
  • Expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and business case development.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior executives.
  • Experience in market analysis, competitive intelligence, and identifying emerging trends.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
  • Experience in (mention a relevant industry, e.g., technology, finance, healthcare) is a significant advantage.
This is a high-impact role for a strategic thinker who thrives in a collaborative yet autonomous environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the future direction of our client's business and driving sustainable growth.
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Director - Strategic Financing Services - Applications and Strategic Planning

60684 Chicago, Illinois Cherry Bekaert

Posted 11 days ago

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**Description**
Cherry Bekaert's Strategic Financing Services Advisory Team (SFS) is looking for a New Markets Tax Credits Applications and Strategic Planning Director (Director). We offer an opportunity to work with a team of experts with a deep track record in New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) allocation applications, CDFI Fund Applications, other Government and Philanthropic funding applications, strategic planning services for community development entities and projects, NMTC placement and deployment assistance, and NMTC compliance and asset management services.
The Director will oversee the Application and Strategic Planning activities for Community Development Entities (CDEs), Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Community Lenders and Nonprofits (collectively Community Development Organizations). The Director will work with the Community Development Organizations to help them build internal and external capacity, clarify their Mission, Vision and Values (MVV), formalize their strategic plans and execute their strategic plans so that they holistically work towards upholding and achieving their MVV as they expand and add new services. The Director will lead a team of Application Writers and Community Development Specialists, manage the process of writing NMTC Applications, manage the grant writing and applications process for clients seeking funding from other funding programs, and expand the portfolio of clients. The Director will work collaboratively internally and externally to achieve measurable results for the team, the clients and the communities our clients serve.
The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail and deadlines and a mission to help make a difference in Low-Income Communities.
About SFS: SFS has been involved in the NMTC industry since its inception and to date has secured over $1.7 billion in NMTC funding. SFS is proud to have structured and facilitated NMTC investments that have created 28,077 direct jobs, served 957,153 clients through community facilities, and helped create over 10.6 million square feet of new and improved commercial and industrial real estate. SFS's current portfolio consists of investments in areas with poverty rates as high as 66%, median family income as low as 14.24%, and unemployment rates as high as 31.2%.
About The Innovate Fund (TIF): TIF serves the state of Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Since inception, it has directly deployed $96 million of NMTC investments in 36 transactions that have leveraged an additional 1.3 Billion of indirect capital, and created 8,194 direct jobs, while expanding the service area's health and wellness services to 707,714 Low Income Persons. TIF is governed by a seven-member governing board, including representation from Cherry Bekaert and the Greenville Local Development Corporation, with input from an advisory board of 9 LIC experts.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Application Writing
+ Managing of Application and Grant writing team
+ Cultivate a healthy team culture
+ Coordinate and assist with balancing NMTC application writing team's individual and team workflow
+ Optimize NMTC Allocation Application process for clients and team members
+ Drafting, reviewing and preparing NMTC Allocation Applications and supporting documents for strategic and technical opportunities
+ Writing and reviewing compelling business strategies, community outcomes and other narratives to maximize scoring and increase likelihood of successful outcomes
+ Collaborating with clients to identify and source appropriate NMTC pipeline opportunities to suit unique CDE needs (considering geography, project type, community impacts, etc.)
+ Synthesizing and incorporating industry terms, trends and data to support business strategies, community outcomes and compelling applications that translate to smooth financial closings
+ Identifying and managing other grant and application writing opportunities to ensure quality and timely submissions as well as strategic alignment
+ Collaborating with deal team participants (investors, borrowers, supporters and stakeholders) to secure commitments, evidence of support and/or letters of interest as required for submission of various funding applications and/or financial closings
+ Designing and reviewing project proposals and summaries for investment opportunities in a clear, compelling, and concise manner
Community Development Consulting
+ Establishing relationships with CDFIs, CDEs, and various community development stakeholders
+ Collaborating with the team to identify opportunities with existing or aspiring CDFIs to allow them to execute their vision
+ Assisting clients with formalizing their organizational framework through an Organization Assessment including: review of the organization's service area, products/services, track record, pipeline, community impact data, management capacity and finances
+ Assisting with underwriting and structuring NMTC transactions
+ Supporting and preparing for submission of relevant Certifications
+ Preparing sub-CDE Certifications in connection with NMTC allocation agreements.
+ Working with organizations to meet certification requirements and establish policies and procedures that will ensure continued compliance
+ Helping identify an organization's short and long-term goals and objectives in order to develop a sustainable financial plan
+ Helping secure private investment commitments and a strategy for long-term financial viability
+ Actively managing a pipeline of community development finance investing, lending, and growth initiatives
+ Collaborating with GPS and GovCon teams to identify and develop grant writing opportunities that align with compliance needs and enhance cross-industry initiatives
+ Working collaboratively with Bank Finance and other industries within Cherry Bekaert to create comprehensive offerings that holistically serve our clients' needs
+ Coordinating with The Innovate Fund (TIF) Chief Operating Officer and Cherry Bekaert staff on strategic planning initiatives
+ Other job-related functions as assigned
+ Travel: 20%
What you bring to the role:
+ Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
+ CPA license, MBA, JD, LLM, Master's Degree (other field related certifications may be considered)
+ Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated progressive experience in community development finance, tax credit finance, CDE/CDFI Lending, structured finance or related field
+ Knowledge of tax credit financing required, with specific experience with NMTC strongly preferred
+ Experience in working with borrowers, lenders, investors and Community Development Organizations
+ Strong research and analytical skills; ability to solve complex issues.
+ Expert knowledge of tax credit finance reporting required, with specific experience with CDFI Fund's AMIS reporting strongly preferred
+ Ability to effectively manage up, down and out, providing exceptional client service by leveraging communication skills to develop and maintain outstanding relationships.
+ Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written (including technical writing), and presentation skills
+ Entrepreneurial and highly motivated to make internal and external connections
+ Proficiency in Excel
+ Strong sense of urgency and shared sense of mission
What we offer you:
+ Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect.
+ A well-run firm that offers stability and opportunity to develop as a leader.
+ The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you.
+ A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development.
+ Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing.
+ Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work.
+ Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures.
+ Supportive partnership group with a "one firm" mentality and a commitment to colleagues' success
+ Big firm resources and bench strength; small firm flexibility and openness to new ideas
+ Collaboration across service lines and offices; a firm culture that embraces one another and the community; and an excellent opportunity to help bring along talented staff
+ Defined metrics and targets that eliminate ambiguity
+ Shared values, including uncompromising integrity, a passion for excellence, and mutual respect
Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.
Pay Range:
$1 6,395- 328,800
About Cherry Bekaert
Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.
This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.
Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us at  and follow us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
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Director Strategic Partnerships and Planning - US Based Remote

60684 Chicago, Illinois Anywhere Real Estate

Posted 11 days ago

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**Director, Strategic Partnerships & Planning**
This role reports into an executive leader at Anywhere Integrated Services. Our team is focused on designing and building out Anywhere's new business line under a new brand, Upward Title & Closing. This business line will consist of joint ventures between Anywhere Integrated Services' wholly owned title and closing companies and participating Anywhere Brands real estate affiliates.
This role will be responsible for supporting Upward's go to market roadmap; and leading the collaboration with partners and leadership to build a high-impact business plan for each new company. We are looking for a passionate and experienced strategist who will help to own both external partnerships and financial modeling for our suite of companies.
Successful individuals in this role can plan on earning a competitive base salary and variable compensation.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Partner Management - Support ownerships of broker-owner relationships, input, and questions from Anywhere franchisees during the 3-6 month implementation phase. Own relationships with partners post-launch and develop a programmatic approach for ongoing partner success.
- Company Financial Planning: Support the build of high-impact roadmap and viable joint venture entities, including: identifying viable geographies for additional affiliate outreach, working with finance to build pro-formas, and collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners on office footprint, staffing, and implementation decisions
- Leadership & Communications - Serve a key communicator and program owner during the 3-5 month implementation phase. Set a precedent for thoughtful listening and iteration. Ensure launch progress and key decisions are clearly and enthusiastically communicated to internal stakeholders, including leaders in operations, legal, finance, marketing, and Anywhere brand partners.
- Thoughtful Implementation - Collaborate with internal teams to own and iterate on the workplan and ensure all launch processes are efficient and impact-oriented. Think outside the box on how things should (or could) be done.
**Minimum Requirements:**
- 5+ years of experience in strategic or partnership management functions; no real estate or industry experience required.
- Experience in working closely with external partners (clients, partners, etc) to build and communicate business strategies and plans. Expertise in pitching a plus.
- High degree of confidence working with financial models and partnering with finance stakeholders
- Expert in program management and ownership, including data-driven iteration on the value proposition, processes, and communications of a complex program/offering.
- Proven experience in leadership level communications and presentations; experience in managing external partners a plus.
- Stellar communication and presentation skills
- Superb time management skills and a strong sense of ownership for outcomes
- Ability to work independently, including analyzing and proposing changes in strategy, tools, and structure
- Diverse candidates, thinking, and backgrounds encouraged!
**Anywhere is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees including:**
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term and Long-term disability benefits, AD&D
+ 401(k) savings plan with company match
+ Paid Time Off to Include Holidays, Vacation Time, and Sick Time
+ Paid Family & Paternity Leave
+ Life Insurance
+ Business Travel Accident Insurance
+ All employees receive access to LinkedIn Learning
+ Tuition reimbursement for approved programs
+ Employee Referral Program
+ Adoption Assistance Program
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Health and Wellness Program and Incentives
+ Employee Discounts
+ Employee Resource Groups
Anywhere Integrated Services is a driving force in the title and settlement services industry. Anywhere Integrated Services is national in scope, but each of its companies are locally staffed, with a wealth of experience in settlement services. We operate in 49 states as well as the District of Columbia, and provide closing services in all 50. Anywhere Integrated Services is a subsidiary of Anywhere Real Estate. Anywhere Real Estate is a publicly traded company and a global provider of real estate services. It franchises and owns several of the industry's leading real estate brands and brokerages.
Anywhere Integrated Services' Family of Companies operate more than 40 distinct company and brand names throughout the United States such as Title One (ID), Sunbelt Title (FL), Equity Title (CA), Texas American Title Company (TX), Market Street Settlement Group (NH/ME), Mid-Atlantic Settlement (MD), Burnet Title (MN / IL / WI) and U.S. Title (MO).
Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (   **(NYSE: HOUS) is moving real estate to what's next.** Home to some of the most recognized brands in real estate Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate ( , Century 21® ( , Coldwell Banker® ( , Coldwell Banker Commercial® ( , Corcoran® ( , ERA® ( , and Sotheby's International Realty® ( , we fulfill our purpose to empower everyone's next move through our leading integrated services, which include franchise, brokerage, relocation, and title and settlement businesses, as well as mortgage and title insurance underwriter minority owned joint ventures. Anywhere supports nearly 1 million home sale transactions annually and our portfolio of industry-leading brands turns houses into homes in more than 118 countries and territories across the world.
**At Anywhere, we are empowering everyone's next move - your career included.** What differentiates us is our scale, expertise, network, and unique business model that positions us as a trusted advisor throughout every stage of the real estate transaction. **We pursue talent** - strategic thinkers who are eager to always find a better way, relentlessly focus on talent, obsess about growth, and achieve exceptional results. **We value our people-first culture,** which thrives on empowerment, innovation, and cross-company collaboration as we keep moving the world forward, together. Read more about our company culture and values in our annual Impact Report ( .
We are proud of our award-winning culture and are consistently recognized as an employer of choice by various organizations including:
+ Great Place to Work
+ Forbes World's Best Employers
+ Newsweek World's Most Trustworthy Companies
+ Ethisphere World's Most Ethical Companies
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Executive Management Talent Pool Midwest Future Openings

60290 Chicago, Illinois German American Chambers Of Commerce

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Job Title: Executive & Management Talent Pool – Midwest (Future Openings)

Location: U.S.-based (Midwest or Colorado)

About Us:

Are you an experienced leader interested in working with German or European companies in the US?

At GACC Midwest, we work with a wide range of German companies expanding or operating in the US, with a particular focus on the Midwest and Colorado regions.

Our clients include innovative mid-sized companies and family-owned “hidden champions”, often global leaders in their niches. Many are in the early stages of their US journey and are looking for strong, entrepreneurial, and independent leaders to help establish and/or grow their North American operations.

We are building a talent pool of senior professionals interested in future executive and leadership opportunities with these exciting international companies.

Whether your background is in general management, operations, finance, HR, business development, or sales leadership, or you're ready to take the next step into such a role, we'd love to hear from you.

Even if there's no specific opening today, submitting your profile to this job posting will allow us to contact you directly when a matching opportunity arises.

Why Join a German American Business?
Our clients offer exciting leadership opportunities in dynamic international settings. German companies are often known for long-term vision and planning, product excellence, innovation, and precision. They seek U.S.-based leaders who can translate these strengths into local market success. This is your chance to bridge the gap between German quality and strategic thinking together with U.S. business agility and customer focus.

Who We're Looking For:

While specific requirements vary by role, we typically look for candidates who:

  • Bring leadership experience (team, project, or functional leadership)

  • Bring a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset and are comfortable building structures from the ground up

  • Have worked in an international context or are interested in collaborating across cultures, especially with German headquarters

  • Have worked in industrial, manufacturing, or technical sectors

  • Bring strong communication and intercultural skills

  • Are located in the Midwest (or willing to relocate)

Interested?
Apply here to be considered for future leadership roles. We'll keep your profile on file and reach out when a matching opportunity arises.

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Executive & Management Talent Pool - Midwest (Future Openings)

60290 Chicago, Illinois German American Chambers Of Commerce

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Job Title: Executive & Management Talent Pool - Midwest (Future Openings)

Location: U.S.-based (Midwest or Colorado)

About Us:

Are you an experienced leader interested in working with German or European companies in the US?

At GACC Midwest, we work with a wide range of German companies expanding or operating in the US, with a particular focus on the Midwest and Colorado regions.

Our clients include innovative mid-sized companies and family-owned "hidden champions", often global leaders in their niches. Many are in the early stages of their US journey and are looking for strong, entrepreneurial, and independent leaders to help establish and/or grow their North American operations.

We are building a talent pool of senior professionals interested in future executive and leadership opportunities with these exciting international companies.

Whether your background is in general management, operations, finance, HR, business development, or sales leadership, or you're ready to take the next step into such a role, we'd love to hear from you.

Even if there's no specific opening today, submitting your profile to this job posting will allow us to contact you directly when a matching opportunity arises.

Why Join a German American Business?
Our clients offer exciting leadership opportunities in dynamic international settings. German companies are often known for long-term vision and planning, product excellence, innovation, and precision. They seek U.S.-based leaders who can translate these strengths into local market success. This is your chance to bridge the gap between German quality and strategic thinking together with U.S. business agility and customer focus.

Who We're Looking For:

While specific requirements vary by role, we typically look for candidates who:
  • Bring leadership experience (team, project, or functional leadership)
  • Bring a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset and are comfortable building structures from the ground up
  • Have worked in an international context or are interested in collaborating across cultures, especially with German headquarters
  • Have worked in industrial, manufacturing, or technical sectors
  • Bring strong communication and intercultural skills
  • Are located in the Midwest (or willing to relocate)


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Deloitte - Business Strategy Analyst

60684 Chicago, Illinois Deloitte

Posted 9 days ago

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Are you driven by the challenge of solving problems that don't have easy answers-the kind that keep executives up at night? At Deloitte, we're looking for modern strategic advisors who can partner with our executive clients to solve some of the most complex and existential challenges of our time.
As a Business Strategy Analyst, you will work at the intersection of corporate, customer, M&A, human & workforce, finance, business transformation, and operations strategy. You will work alongside industry-leading clients to help them make decisions and implement enhancements to their business' strategy, productivity, performance, and long-term profitability. Working both independently and collaboratively, you'll analyze data, uncover insights, and develop and implement strategies that not only provide the path an organization should pursue, but why. You will have the opportunity to exercise strong analytical skills, solve complex business problems, and communicate your findings to executive audiences. We are looking for Business Strategy Analysts that are growth-oriented, innovative, tech-forward, analytical, and entrepreneurial in spirit - excited at the prospect of shaping strategy and transformations that drive real, tangible value for our clients.
At Deloitte, we don't just focus on growth-we focus on exponential value. Here, your curiosity, analytical mindset, and ambition are matched with the support of top-tier mentors, cutting-edge tools, and collaborative teams as we help clients redefine markets, transform operations, and create future-ready strategies. When you join Deloitte, you don't just build a career-you unlock unlimited opportunities. Take the power of you and put it to the power of Deloitte. Reach your exponential!
Recruiting for this role ends in December 2025.
Work You'll Do
Curious what this might look like in action? Our Business Strategy Analysts engage in the following types of work.
Customer Strategy : Shape the future of customer experience by crafting bold growth strategies and innovation portfolios that keep the customer at the heart of every decision. Here, teams reimagine user journeys, launch go-to-market plans, optimize channels, and elevate product and service designs to deliver seamless experiences. This is your arena to spark real impact and increased loyalty by driving strategies that power growth and create lasting value across customer and commercial functions.
Corporate Strategy & Transactions : Empower executives to tackle big-picture challenges and shape the future of their business. Here, you'll advise leaders on how to stay ahead of disruption, drive meaningful growth, and make bold strategic moves through growth strategy, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, real estate, and more. You'll also shape the business of the future, via uniting diverse business functions into agile platforms and establishing global capability centers. Get ready to craft strategies that unlock value, accelerate growth, and seize new markets.
Finance Strategy: Partner with CFOs and Finance teams to define financial, organizational, and growth strategies that elevate enterprise performance. Enhance business performance, productivity, controllership, and long-term profitability by designing new operating models and enabling treasury transformation through execution of operational roadmaps. Here, you'll lead finance transformations powered by advanced analytics and FP&A tools to deliver actionable insights and lasting results.
Business Transformation Strategy : Guide executives in reimagining core business functions to tackle market shifts, evolving technologies, and rising customer expectations. If you thrive on solving high-impact, cross-functional challenges, this is where strategy ignites transformation. Here, you'll drive speed, intelligence, and efficiency that enable best-in-class industry solutions to spark innovation and drive operational excellence.
Human & Workforce Strategy : Help organizations unlock performance through their greatest asset: their workforce. The real opportunity lies in combining human strengths-like empathy, judgment, and adaptability-with the speed, scale, and precision of machines. In this area, partner with clients to reimagine work, workforce, and workplace, leveraging emerging technology to redesign organizational structures or craft HR strategies that elevate workforce experiences.
Operations Strategy : Design resilient operations, extend the life of critical assets, and create state-of-the-art risk and governance capabilities. Drive innovation across supply chains, digital platforms, and regulated markets by leveraging the latest technologies and data-driven insights to reimagine how businesses move, make, and deliver. Here, strategic thinkers turn complexity into advantage-whether boosting efficiency in logistics or advising FinTech's on digital assets, you'll blend technology, data, and risk insight to reimagine how businesses are both run and protected, delivering lasting impact.
Whichever area of work you pursue at Deloitte, you'll be empowered to develop a robust and versatile toolkit of knowledge, experiences, and capabilities. These skillsets will not only prepare you to tackle complex challenges but also position you to thrive as a strategic advisor-driving impact, fostering innovation, and shaping the future for our clients and communities.
The Team
Our Deloitte team plays a major role in directly embedding technology insights into our clients' organizational goals. At Deloitte, our consultants create sharply-focused solutions within an organization's operating model, accounting for its people, intellectual capital, technology, and processes. Engagement teams at Deloitte drive value for our clients but also understand the importance of developing resources and contributing to the communities in which we work. We make it our business to take issue to impact, both within and beyond a client setting.
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor's Degree completed by Spring/Summer 2026 in these or related areas of study:
+ Business (e.g., Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Org Behavior)
+ Science
+ Technology
+ Engineering
+ Mathematics
+ Operations
+ Supply Chain
+ Liberal Arts (e.g., Psychology, Industrial and Labor Relations)
+ Strong academic track record (3.3 cumulative GPA required, 3.5 cumulative GPA preferred).
+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
+ Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
+ Must live within a commutable distance to your assigned office (g. 100-mile radius) with the ability to commute daily, if required, upon start date
+ Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at time of employment
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate is $100,000.
Information for applicants with a need for Accommodation:
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
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Program Manager - Business Strategy and Execution

60004 Arlington Heights, Illinois United Airlines

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Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.
Come join us to create what's next. Let's define tomorrow, together.
**Description**
At United, we fly into airports around the entire world. And we need a whole team of people to keep things running in tip-top shape! From the exceptional service at the check-in counter to the departure gate, and even behind the scenes making sure your checked bags arrive with you, our Airport Operations team keeps operations at our airports running smoothly every single day.
**Job Overview and Responsibilities**
This role is responsible for providing financial oversight across the Hubs and NOC, ensuring that all financial operations, including planning, analysis, reporting, and account management, are in line with the company's established standards. The role requires the regular preparation of financial reports and the ability to conduct on-the-spot analysis to bolster the financial functions of the Business Office. Strategic insight is crucial for leading initiatives aimed at developing new tools to enhance process efficiency. The role also includes guiding and mentoring a team, promoting their professional development and overseeing their performance.
+ Development and delivery of financial analyses, and provision of accurate financial supporting to the Hubs Finance office and the NOC
+ Demonstrates ability to adapt analytic approach to changes in the Station strategy or department goals
+ Manage strategic projects by identifying and implementing process improvements
+ Develop, implement, and maintain standardized process to ensure consistency and accuracy
+ Collaborate with various leaders to ensure support meets the needs of the Hubs Business Office
+ Management of direct reports/dotted line reports, communications, reviews, knowledge skills and abilities sharing/development, coaching, etc
NOTE: This position is based at the AHSC - Arlington Heights Service Center located at 1421 W. Shure Dr., Arlington Heights IL 60004 and is considered a hybrid schedule, in-office 3 days a week however that may evolve with the needs of the company. This position is not eligible for relocation if you reside out of state, therefore relocating will be at your own expense.
**Qualifications**
**What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):**
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ 2+ years of finance/accounting experience
+ 2+ years of experience on Airport Operations
+ 1+ years of experience in AO Business Office
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and PowerBI
+ Track record of outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
+ Proven ability to prioritize a range of responsibilities and adapt as business problems change
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well with others
+ Strong project management skills
+ Strong organizational and time management skills
+ Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills and ability to communicate optimally, both in written form and verbally
+ Strong presence and the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously with focus on results
+ Plan, develop and implement an audit program to adequately identify and assess risks in Hubs Business Office and the NOC
+ Provide analysis and explanation to station leadership, senior leadership, and the Finance
+ Provide leadership to the direct reports to ensure accomplishment of goals set by the management team
+ Must be willing and able to travel at least 50% domestic and international
+ Must be willing and able to work a hybrid work schedule, 3 days in-office
+ Must be willing and able to work at the Arlington Heights facility in Arlington Heights, IL
+ Musts be willing and able to relocate at your own expense if you reside out of state (external candidate)
+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
+ Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
+ Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
**What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):**
+ Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related area of study
+ 1+ year leadership experience
+ 1+ years of experience in audit
+ 1+ years of project management experience
+ Hyperion Planning, Oracle Financials experience
The base pay range for this role is $79,800.00 to $103,966.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact to request accommodation.
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Associate Analyst - Business Strategy and Execution

60004 Arlington Heights, Illinois United Airlines

Posted 4 days ago

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Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.
Come join us to create what's next. Let's define tomorrow, together.
**Description**
At United, we fly into airports around the entire world. And we need a whole team of people to keep things running in tip-top shape! From the exceptional service at the check-in counter to the departure gate, and even behind the scenes making sure your checked bags arrive with you, our Airport Operations team keeps operations at our airport running smoothly every single day.
**Job overview and responsibilities**
This role is responsible for providing financial support and ensuring accurate financial reconciliation for stations within the Hubs & NOC Business Office. Key responsibilities include preparing and posting journal entries, supporting monthly financial close reports and accrual log preparation, assisting with financial forecast & projection analysis. The position also involves performing accounting reconciliations, maintaining up-to-date financial records, and ensuring invoice & billing accuracy. Additionally, the role supports financial control activities at the station by conducting audits, ensuring compliance with company regulations and standards, and assisting with resolving action plans. The role also supports stations with essential ad-hoc assignments as needed, contributing to operational efficiency and risk mitigation across the stations.
+ Supporting stations & NOC with financial control standards and regulations, ensuring regulatory compliance is met at the station
+ Provides support for management by coordination and preparation of reports associated with personnel functions
+ Analyzing cost trends and resource utilization and developing financial measurements
+ Conducts assessments and audits to measure station financial control compliance with company policies and procedures across AO & NOC Business Office
+ Prepare monthly financial report for stations and assist with financial projection and variance analysis
+ Maintain accurate and up to date financial records and invoice reconciliations
+ Assist with special projects
NOTE: This position is based at the AHSC - Arlington Heights Service Center located at 1421 W. Shure Dr., Arlington Heights IL 60004 and is considered a hybrid schedule, in-office 3 days a week however that may evolve with the needs of the company. This position is not eligible for relocation if you reside out of state, therefore relocating will be at your own expense.
**Qualifications**
**What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):**
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ +1 year of work experience which may include completion of at least one internship in a finance-related field or work experience in an analytical role
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office primarily Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word
+ Ability to analyze and report out on data
+ Strong and positive communication skills
+ Ability to work with all levels of the organization
+ Detail oriented
+ Ability to maintain composure in high volume/high pressure situations
+ Reliable, punctual attendance is a crucial function of the position
+ Must be willing and able to travel at least 50%
+ Must be willing and able to work a hybrid work schedule, in-office 3 days a week
+ Must be willing and able to work at the Arlington Heights Service Center in Arlington Heights, IL
+ Must be willing and able to relocate at your own expense if you reside out of state
+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
+ Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
+ Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
**What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):**
+ Associate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related field of study; or 2 years of relevant work experience
+ 1+ year experience in Airport Operation
+ Hyperion Planning, Oracle Financials experience
The base pay range for this role is $52,725.00 to $68,632.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact to request accommodation.
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Insurance Business Strategy Manager/Senior Manager

60684 Chicago, Illinois Accenture

Posted 11 days ago

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We Are:
Join Accenture and help transform leading organizations and communities around the world. The sheer scale of our capabilities and client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow and advance. Choose Accenture and make delivering innovative work part of your extraordinary career.
With Accenture Strategy, you can put your theories and vision into action. Our services range from strategy to execution, and we will value your understanding of our clients' industries and your ability to help them move from issue to outcome.
You Are:
Ideal candidates have relevant experience including, conducting structured quantitative and qualitative analysis, developing operational and growth strategy, program definition and management, and consultative, collaborative problem-solving. Accenture Strategy works at the intersection of business & technology.
The Work:
Coming here means future-proofing your career and going as far as your ambition takes you. Becoming a tech-savvy, well-rounded, multi-disciplined and market-relevant advisor doesn't happen by chance. We invest in training and development in a big way, so you can build your future along with ours, creating an impactful career unique to you. Ultimately, we believe we is greater than me and that diverse perspectives lead to the best solutions. Joining Accenture Strategy means you will learn, innovate and lead, and together we will improve the way the world works and lives.
The Insurance Strategy Manager applies deep business strategy development, architecting value and operating model architecture skills to influence client agendas through business insight. Partners with our clients to make bold decisions on priority C-Suite issues at the intersection of business, technology and operations. Provides deep understanding of our clients' industry landscape and business options in the context of global, economic, technology and social trends.
Client Delivery and Development:
- Developing trust-based relationships with senior clients - Shaping and leading business strategy and transformation engagements - Developing compelling responses to new business opportunities - Building and managing strong client and Accenture teams - Assessing and managing risks and issues and making adjustments as needed - Ensuring business outcomes are achieved
Practice Building:
- Develop expertise in specific practice specialty areas to increase the breadth and depth of our knowledge base and capabilities - Elevate our brand and presence in the marketplace (e.g. conference participation, thought leadership, offering development, recruiting) - Providing coaching and mentoring to analysts, consultants, and managers
- Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
+ Minimum 5 years of experience in business consulting to P&C or Life Insurance clients or insurance industry experience focused on operating model transformation, digital enablement, new product / new business incubation, market expansion, cost optimization or business process transformation across the insurance value chain.
+ Minimum 2 years of experience at an external consulting firm.
+ Minimum 2 years of experience driving C-Suite level decisions.
+ Bachelor's degree
Bonus Points if:
· You have an MBA or equivalent degree
Professional Skill Requirements:
- Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment- Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment- Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills- Excellent leadership and management skills
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York or Washington as set forth below.We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here. ( Location Annual Salary Range
California $87,400 to $17,200
Colorado 87,400 to 317,200
District of Columbia 87,400 to 317,200
Illinois 87,400 to 317,200
Minnesota 87,400 to 317,200
Maryland 87,400 to 317,200
New York/New Jersey 87,400 to 317,200
Washington 87,400 to 317,200
What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.
Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here ( Employment Opportunity Statement
Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.
All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement ( .
Requesting An Accommodation
Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at , send us an email ( or speak with your recruiter.
Other Employment Statements
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
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Deloitte - Business Strategy Summer Scholar (Summer 2026)

60684 Chicago, Illinois Deloitte

Posted 9 days ago

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Are you driven by the challenge of solving problems that don't have easy answers-the kind that keep executives up at night? At Deloitte, we're looking for modern strategic advisors who can partner with our executive clients to solve some of the most complex and existential challenges of our time.
As a Business Strategy Summer Scholar, you will work at the intersection of corporate, customer, M&A, human & workforce, finance, business transformation, and operations strategy. You will work alongside industry-leading clients to help them make decisions and implement enhancements to their business' strategy, productivity, performance, and long-term profitability. Working both independently and collaboratively, you'll analyze data, uncover insights, and develop and implement strategies that not only provide the path an organization should pursue, but why. You will have the opportunity to exercise strong analytical skills, solve complex business problems, and communicate your findings to executive audiences. We are looking for Business Strategy Summer Scholars that are growth-oriented, innovative, tech-forward, analytical, and entrepreneurial in spirit - excited at the prospect of shaping strategy and transformations that drive real, tangible value for our clients.
At Deloitte, we don't just focus on growth-we focus on exponential value. Here, your curiosity, analytical mindset, and ambition are matched with the support of top-tier mentors, cutting-edge tools, and collaborative teams as we help clients redefine markets, transform operations, and create future-ready strategies. When you join Deloitte, you don't just build a career-you unlock unlimited opportunities. Take the power of you and put it to the power of Deloitte. Reach your exponential!
Recruiting for this role will end in December 2025.
Work You'll Do
Curious what this might look like in action? Our Business Strategy Summer Scholars engage in the following types of work.
Customer Strategy : Shape the future of customer experience by crafting bold growth strategies and innovation portfolios that keep the customer at the heart of every decision. Here, teams reimagine user journeys, launch go-to-market plans, optimize channels, and elevate product and service designs to deliver seamless experiences. This is your arena to spark real impact and increased loyalty by driving strategies that power growth and create lasting value across customer and commercial functions.
Corporate Strategy & Transactions: Empower executives to tackle big-picture challenges and shape the future of their business. Here, you'll advise leaders on how to stay ahead of disruption, drive meaningful growth, and make bold strategic moves through growth strategy, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, real estate, and more. You'll also shape the business of the future, via uniting diverse business functions into agile platforms and establishing global capability centers. Get ready to craft strategies that unlock value, accelerate growth, and seize new markets.
Finance Strategy : Partner with CFOs and Finance teams to define financial, organizational, and growth strategies that elevate enterprise performance. Enhance business performance, productivity, controllership, and long-term profitability by designing new operating models and enabling treasury transformation through execution of operational roadmaps. Here, you'll lead finance transformations powered by advanced analytics and FP&A tools to deliver actionable insights and lasting results.
Business Transformation Strategy: Guide executives in reimagining core business functions to tackle market shifts, evolving technologies, and rising customer expectations. If you thrive on solving high-impact, cross-functional challenges, this is where strategy ignites transformation. Here, you'll drive speed, intelligence, and efficiency that enable best-in-class industry solutions to spark innovation and drive operational excellence.
Human & Workforce Strategy: Help organizations unlock performance through their greatest asset: their workforce. The real opportunity lies in combining human strengths-like empathy, judgment, and adaptability-with the speed, scale, and precision of machines. In this area, partner with clients to reimagine work, workforce, and workplace, leveraging emerging technology to redesign organizational structures or craft HR strategies that elevate workforce experiences.
Operations Strategy: Design resilient operations, extend the life of critical assets, and create state-of-the-art risk and governance capabilities. Drive innovation across supply chains, digital platforms, and regulated markets by leveraging the latest technologies and data-driven insights to reimagine how businesses move, make, and deliver. Here, strategic thinkers turn complexity into advantage-whether boosting efficiency in logistics or advising FinTech's on digital assets, you'll blend technology, data, and risk insight to reimagine how businesses are both run and protected, delivering lasting impact.
Whichever area of work you pursue at Deloitte, you'll be empowered to develop a robust and versatile toolkit of knowledge, experiences, and capabilities. These skillsets will not only prepare you to tackle complex challenges but also position you to thrive as a strategic advisor-driving impact, fostering innovation, and shaping the future for our clients and communities.
The Team
Our Deloitte team plays a major role in directly embedding technology insights into our clients' organizational goals. At Deloitte, our consultants create sharply-focused solutions within an organization's operating model, accounting for its people, intellectual capital, technology, and processes. Engagement teams at Deloitte drive value for our clients but also understand the importance of developing resources and contributing to the communities in which we work. We make it our business to take issue to impact, both within and beyond a client setting.
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor's Degree completed by Spring/Summer 2027 in these or related areas of study:
+ Business (e.g., Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Org Behavior)
+ Science
+ Technology
+ Engineering
+ Mathematics
+ Operations
+ Supply Chain
+ Liberal Arts (e.g., Psychology, Industrial and Labor Relations)
+ Strong academic track record (3.3 cumulative GPA required, 3.5 cumulative GPA preferred).
+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
+ Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
+ Must live within a commutable distance to your assigned office (g. 100-mile radius) with the ability to commute daily, if required, upon start date
+ Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at time of employment
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate is $43/hour.
Information for applicants with a need for Accommodation:
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
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