WestExec Advisors, a boutique strategic advisory firm, is looking for a Director to support the firm’s goal of providing unparalleled geopolitical risk analysis and other advisory services to our clients. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with impeccable judgment, excellent writing and research skills, and strong communication skills. We offer a dynamic, fast-paced, and flexible work environment with a competitive salary and benefits package.
What you’ll do:
- Independently manage multiple client accounts and projects simultaneously
- Brief clients and prospective clients and prepare written briefings and decks on issues of relevance
- Provide daily support to firm leadership and WestExec clients, including by drafting research and analytic papers, slide decks, proposals, strategies, talking points, and other products as needed
- Simultaneously manage and track multiple large projects, processes, and workflow to ensure client work is delivered on time and to clients’ precise specifications
- Closely track geopolitical and technology issues key to clients’ interests
- Participate in firm’s business development process, including by identifying and recruiting potential clients
- Proactively generate ideas and content, as appropriate, to best support clients, improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the firm, and identify new opportunities
- Other duties as assigned
What you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
- 7-10 years of consulting, strategic advisory, or government experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of international relations, the U.S. policymaking process, and the intersection of emerging technology and national security
- Impeccable judgment and discretion
- Strong ability to self-manage; ability to ask for help when needed and proactively find solutions
- Ability to read between the lines and anticipate needs of clients and teammates
- Attention to quality and detail
- Flexibility and responsiveness to changing needs and priorities
- A “quick learner” mentality, eager to thrive in a high-tempo environment
- Enthusiasm and commitment to the success of the firm