Strategic Execution Lead, Managed Services

Overview

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The Strategic Execution Lead, Managed Services serves as a key advisor to the Managing Partner, translating strategic vision into operational reality. This role drives cross‑functional execution, enhances organizational performance, and ensures alignment with firm‑wide priorities within the service line. With a focus on strategic leadership, operational excellence, and enterprise collaboration, the Strategic Execution Lead plays a pivotal role in advancing the service line’s long‑term success and supporting firm‑building initiatives.

• Act as a trusted advisor to the Managing Partner, providing insights and recommendations to inform high‑impact decisions.
• Act as a strategic thought partner to the MS Platform Leader—helping shape priorities, track progress, and identify new opportunities.
• Translate firm and service line strategies into actionable plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Drive planning rhythms (e.g., OKRs, strategic initiatives, performance reviews) and ensure alignment across functions.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to execute strategic initiatives and drive transformation.
• Facilitate annual strategic planning in partnership with enterprise strategy, industry, and business line leaders.
• Monitor execution of strategic plans, tracking progress and adjusting initiatives to optimize outcomes.
• Develop and deliver strategic materials for leadership forums (e.g., Principal Meetings, SL Leadership Meetings, BTAG Board, SLT, Advisory Working Group).
• Ensure service line initiatives reinforce and reflect firm‑wide strategic priorities.
• Anticipate leadership needs and proactively support the Managing Partner in navigating complex decisions.
• Participate in merger and integration efforts, supporting onboarding of incoming leaders and resolving leadership‑related issues.
• Lead or coordinate special projects tied to growth, digital enablement, or firm‑building initiatives.
• Analyze data, market trends, and internal metrics to guide decision‑making.
• Translate business goals into clear work streams and follow through on execution.
• Support internal communications, project governance, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Coordinate strategic communications and stakeholder engagement to maintain leadership alignment.

• Oversee practice performance functions, including technology, innovation, and methodology.
• Lead key projects to identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
• Provide analytical insights to support service line performance and leadership decision‑making.
• Represent the service line in firm‑wide initiatives and cross‑functional programs.
• Collaborate with risk and compliance teams to assess and mitigate strategic and…