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About Sia 

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes. 

Strategy & Management Consulting 

Sia’s Strategy & Management Consulting global footprint and expertise in more than 40 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients' businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, IT & digital strategy.   

A digital leader or growing disruptor, everyone must transform themselves to maintain their advantage. The Sia Technology Business Unit supports clients through digital, operations and organizational transformation adapted to their culture and working methods. We help clients strategize and scale leveraging deep expertise and solutions in compliance and risk management, strategic technology partnerships, data science, operations and business analysis and mergers and acquisitions. 

Our Managers are key leaders that drive the success and shape of Sia as a firm. They are integral in Sales, Account Management & Client Delivery, and Governance reporting directly to a Business Unit / Business Line Partner and Market Leader. 

As a key driver for supporting our leadership team in the sales process, Managers join our firm with the ability to leverage Sias' rich network of connections to help develop new solutions.  

The ideal candidate will be able to support and lead delivery engagement at existing clients and identify new opportunities within Sias' rich network of relationships. Managers are also expected to support commercial proposals within their Business Unit / Business Line with the support of team members. They will act as the main point of contact to provide industry guidance, strategic direction, and implementation of best practices for the organization.

Responsibilities 

• Participate in projects with leading institutions (including Large Tech Companies, Financial Institutions, and others).

• Being able to conduct projects around regulatory compliance, legal technology, control review, risk & compliance advisory, technology implementation, and data privacy. 

• Be hands-on and contribute to the successful execution of client projects. 

• Assist in the development of new intellectual property including leading-edge research on white papers, supporting the development of marketing materials, and assisting in publishing articles. 

• Work closely with our other offices and leverage our global network to take part in cross-selling initiatives and widely share our knowledge. 

• Independently drive the success of a work stream by directing activities, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and timely submissions. 

• Managing a team of consultants by defining meaningful work packages, managing activities, and close mentorship. 

• Participate in business development activities including content development, proposal preparation, and sales presentations. 

• Share consulting best practices with the team.

• Minimum of 7 years of management consulting experience total with at least 1 year of team management and business development experience within the management consulting setting. 

• 3+ years of experience compliance, legal, or regulatory technology. 

• Experience leading significant project management engagements with successful outcomes in complex organizations. 

• Desire to build an opportunity with an organization that fosters their entrepreneurial spirit. 

• Proven track record of originating sales pursuits and closing sales, creating solutions to complex business programs, operational excellence, and strong understanding of consultative sales approach.  

• Being an early adopter of AI technologies. 

• Ability to drive relationships within C-Suite and other senior executives to understand their organizational needs and recommend solutions that add value to their business.  

• Team player with outstanding interpersonal and demonstrated leadership skills.

• Bachelor’s degree required in business or related field; advanced degrees welcome.  

• Able to travel up to 30% within market region (post-COVID).  

• Ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment and to mentor team members. 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills. 

• Dynamic and able to achieve results with an entrepreneurial mindset. 

• Based in San Francisco and eligible to work in the United States.

Compensation & Benefits 

We believe in supporting our team professionally and personally. Here’s a snapshot of the comprehensive benefits you’ll enjoy as part of Sia. 

Competitive Compensation 

• Annual base salary starting at $150,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Annual performance based discretionary bonus 

Robust Health Coverage 

• 3 Medical plans  
• Dental and Vision  
• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance  

Tax-Advantaged Accounts 

• 401K retirement plan 
• 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  
• Health, Dependent Care, Commuter 

Family Friendly Benefits  

• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents with eligible tenure 
• Building Healthy Families program if enrolled through Medical plan 

Time Off to Recharge 

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy 
• 9 company holidays plus 1 floating holiday  

Extras that Make Life Easier 

• College savings and student loan repayment assistance 
• Monthly cell phone stipend 
• Access to wellness programs at no cost if enrolled through Medical plan, including: 
• Gym membership reimbursement 
• LiveHealth Online virtual care 
• Personalized support from a Well-being Coach  
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost 
• Free confidential counseling and emotional support services  
• On-demand access to Emotional Well-being resources (ranging from relaxation techniques to stress management)  

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging 

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact. Please visit our website for more information.  

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs. 

Office Workplace Guidelines 

Sia is committed to providing a flexible workplace environment that supports client, business, and market needs. Consultants located in our primary market office locations—New York City, Charlotte, Seattle, and San Francisco—are expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance and attend the office at least three days per week. For Consultants outside of our primary markets, we can offer more flexible in-person requirements in accordance with your location. 

Work Authorization & Sponsorship  

At this time, Sia does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who will require now or in the future visa by our company for work authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa, or any other non-immigrant status).  

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.