Partnership Matters Senior Specialist - Corporate Affairs & Partner Support

AlixPartners•Chicago, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone. AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees’ work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person at an AlixPartners office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with remote working options for Monday and Friday. What you’ll do AlixPartners commits to our people’s growth, development, and career progression. As part of the Partnership Matters Office (PMO), we operate with a high degree of autonomy to manage initiatives that span corporate functions and global offices. In this dynamic role on AlixPartners’ Partnership Matters team, you will serve as a key contributor responsible for owning and advancing critical lanes of operational processes and strategic initiatives. This role goes beyond executional support and requires the ability to analyze situations, exercise independent judgment, and proactively recommend and implement solutions in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You will play a key role in firmwide annual processes related to hiring, promotions, compensation, and performance reviews, including identifying process improvements, resolving issues, and ensuring consistent, high-quality outcomes across stakeholders. In addition, you will independently manage ad hoc requests involving data analysis, document review, and synthesis of information to support leadership decision-making. You will also support global equity and partnership-related programs, taking responsibility for interpreting guidelines, applying judgment to unique situations, and determining appropriate paths forward in alignment with firm policies and objectives. Success in this role requires anticipating needs, identifying risks, and taking initiative to address them independently, with escalation as appropriate and accompanied by recommended solutions. The Partnership Matters Senior Specialist – Corporate Affairs and Partner Support role reports to the Partnership Matters Partner. This role is preferably based in New York, NY, but we may consider candidates in Southfield, MI, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Boston, MA, or Washington, DC. Occasional travel may be expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred; we welcome candidates from nontraditional backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, professional environment may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Approximately 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent evidence of high performance and growth, ideally within a corporate or professional services environment.
Strong learning agility and intellectual curiosity, with a demonstrated ability to quickly get up to speed in new or ambiguous areas without requiring extensive direction.
High degree of ownership and work ethic, with a willingness to take initiative, follow through on details, and go beyond defined responsibilities to achieve strong outcomes.
Exceptional problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset and the ability to anticipate needs across both large-scale initiatives and day-to-day tasks.
Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
Excellent organizational skills with experience operating in time-sensitive, ambiguous environments, balancing competing priorities.
Client-focused and collaborative with the ability to influence across teams, functions, and seniority levels, including partnering effectively with senior leaders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to deliver clear, concise, and executive-ready messaging.
Proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Teams, and Word; advanced proficiency with Excel or demonstrated ability to quickly build that capability.
Core working hours are generally 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday; willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.
Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.
MUST BE CURRENTLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. NO VISA OR IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE, NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT, TN, etc.)

Responsibilities

Own and drive complex, cyclical projects, determining priorities, approach, and execution to ensure alignment with business objectives.
Proactively identify risks or bottlenecks and implement solutions to maintain progress.
Evaluate and enhance internal processes and systems in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Independently assess current-state workflows, develop recommendations, and lead implementation of improvements (e.g., offboarding protocols, retirement resources, data dashboards).
Serve as a primary point of contact for incoming requests, exercising sound judgment to triage, prioritize, and resolve competing demands, and escalating selectively with clear recommendations and proposed paths forward.
Analyze data and synthesize insights to inform decision-making, including identifying trends, inconsistencies, and areas requiring action.
Take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

health
vision
dental
disability
401K
tuition reimbursement
identity theft protection
mental wellness support
generous paid leave policy including vacation/personal time starting at 7.34 hours per pay period
sick time up to 80 hours annually
parental leave
twelve holidays