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The Managing Director - Risk Advisory role at Crosscountry Consulting is an on-site position located in Chicago, IL.

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The salary range for the Managing Director - Risk Advisory position at Crosscountry Consulting is USD 225,000 - 470,000 per year.

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Managing Director - Risk Advisory

$225k - $470k USD

Crosscountry ConsultingChicago, IL1d ago

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here.

By joining our rapidly growing Risk Advisory practice, you will serve as a trusted partner to our clients. You’ll bring your first-hand experience, unique perspectives, and functional knowledge to deliver tailored, integrated solutions that help clients solve today’s challenges and set the foundation for future success. As a Managing Director at CrossCountry Consulting, you will be responsible for building and growing our Risk Advisory presence in the Chicago market, shaping our go-to-market strategy, and expanding client relationships across diverse industries, including manufacturing, life sciences, consumer products, energy, and technology. This role is for a market builder who thrives in a growth-oriented consulting environment.

What You'll Do

Market Leadership & Growth

Expand CrossCountry’s Risk Advisory presence in the Chicago market through strategic relationship development and targeted business development efforts

Originate new client relationships leveraging your existing local, midwest and national network and introductions from local, regional, and national leadership

Develop and execute go-to-market activities and shape our Chicago risk growth strategy aligned to priority industries and buyers' needs

Client Delivery

Lead complex risk transformation, operational risk, and enterprise risk engagementsfor commercial and private equity/growth-oriented organizations.

Design and implement operating models, governance structures, and internal control frameworks that support business objectives.

Provide senior-level advisory across risk domains, balancing risk management, operational effectiveness, and strategic enablement.

Contribute to developing and implementing firm-approved, AI-enabled solutions for clients, in accordance with company policies on data protection, intellectual property, and professional standards.

Stay informed about emerging AI tools and techniques and collaborate with firm leadership to identify and champion compliant opportunities to enhance client solutions and internal processes.

Practice Leadership

Oversee client accounts and engagements, serving as an escalation point for complex delivery, commercial, and team matters

Proactively identify and resolve risks, issues, and dependencies across client engagements.

Coach and develop teams by setting clear objectives, providing feedback, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Contribute to the evolution of Risk Advisory offerings, methodologies, and talent strategy

What You’ll Bring

Proven ability to originate and close advisory work with portable Chicago relationships and a measurable track record of revenue generation

Extensive experience in Risk Consulting, Operational Risk, and Risk Transformation, including enterprise risk management (ERM), operational resilience, and internal control design.

15+ years in advisory roles with team leadership experience and a track record of leading large complex programs/transformation efforts and multi-disciplinary teams

Ability to advise and influence at the C-suite level and collaborate across risk, technology, governance, and transformation domains.

Comfort with AI: Demonstrated ability to responsibly explore and adopt firm-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation.

A continuous learning mindset and openness to evolving methodologies, technologies, and client needs.

An entrepreneurial approach with the ability to build offerings, teams, and long-term client relationships in a growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering or related field.

Certifications such as CIA, CISA, CCSA, CPA, CRMP, and CRISC preferred.

Willingness to travel up to 30% (varies by client).

Ability to work a hybrid schedule out of our Chicago office.

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For applicants located in Illinois, CrossCountry Consulting is required to include an estimate of the compensation range for this role. The following range takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, education, licenses, certifications, business needs, and internal equity. An estimate of the current range is $225,000 - $470,000 per year + annual bonus + additional benefits.

Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive and inclusive workplace.

As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic. The company also complies with pay transparency and labor laws applicable to all terms and conditions of employment.

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