Department of Defense Client Executive

Guidehouse•Tysons Corner, VA

About The Position

Guidehouse is seeking and exceptional Department of Defense Client Executive in support of the Guidehouse's Defense & Security segment strategy. This person will bring a growth mindset partnered with extensive experience within the Department of Defense. Additionally, they will advise on a range of mission-related issues on existing engagements and new pursuits across our Department of Defense clients. This role will be a combination of engagement delivery, new opportunity pursuit with a strong emphasis on thought leadership. The role will seek to find the intersections between various mission related needs and professional services.

Requirements

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's degree
FIFTEEN (15) or more years' relevant consulting/professional services experience directly supporting any or all of the Departments of the Air Force (DAF), Army (DOA), Navy (DON), and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)
TEN (10) or more years' proven track record in an account leadership type role at a organization in similar size and scope of Guidehouse. Responsibilities in previous role(s) should include Growth Strategy, Business Development, Client Engagement, Recruiting and Staff Development, P&L Management, etc.
Strong communications acumen in support of client engagement and briefing
Experience translating policy into programmatic actions
Knowledge of Defense industry missions and initiatives

Nice To Haves

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance; or higher
Graduate degree or higher
Continued experience identifying, proposing, winning, and delivering solutions to DoD clients
Experience delivering within an organization of similar or larger size and scope

Responsibilities

Engaging with senior executives to analyze and understand business initiatives
Develop and grow a business portfolio supporting any or all of the Departments of the Air Force (DAF), Army (DOA), Navy (DON), and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)
Engage with internal and external partners to develop collaborative environments in support of deliverables
Foster external relationships and brand awareness across industries

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend