Senior Manager

Next Street•New York, NY

28d•$138,400 - $146,900

About The Position

For more than 20 years, corporations, governments, and philanthropies have hired Next Street to strengthen the small businesses they rely on. Founded in 2005 as a Boston-based consultancy advising a selection of small local businesses, Next Street has evolved into the leading national small business solutions firm impacting more than 200,000 entrepreneurs across the country each year. We maintain our unwavering commitment and specialized expertise in small business support on behalf of our clients. Over the years, our work has impacted more than 4 million small businesses, connecting them with more than 50,000 hours of advisory services, $6 billion in capital and $10 billion in contracts. Today, we provide end-to-end solutions — from ecosystem assessments and strategies to resource platforms and accelerators — for these clients to propel the small businesses in their communities and supply chains. Our solutions ultimately help small businesses, whether they are solo entrepreneurs or advanced suppliers, to unlock new revenue, build wealth, and reinvest in their communities. We believe that with the right support, America's small business owners will be the engines driving new economic growth across the country. Next Street is a certified B-corporation that is committed to becoming an anti-racist organization to represent the small businesses we strive to serve. Through this commitment, inclusivity is integral to our DNA, and our values are embedded in every aspect of our work. Join us, and together, we will live into our values, pursue fulfilling careers, and transform our society. Why this Role? Next Street’s Strategy Group is seeking a Senior Manager to lead high-impact work strengthening small business ecosystems and supply chains, with a particular focus on advanced manufacturing and services. Operating as a project team leader, you will own client engagements end-to-end—structuring complex problems, leading rigorous analysis, and advising senior client leaders. You will lead small, high-performing teams of 3–5 Analysts, Associates, and Managers, translating data and research into actionable recommendations. You will also contribute to practice development through mentoring, recruiting, knowledge building, and thought leadership, with a clear trajectory toward broader leadership. Your work will focus on client relationship management, project leadership, research and analytics, team development, and business development, all while addressing some of the country’s most complex economic and community development challenges.

Requirements

5–7+ years of experience in strategy consulting, management consulting, or a related professional services environment, with increasing responsibility over time
2+ years of experience leading project teams and managing client relationships in an Engagement Manager or Project Leader-type role
Strong ability to structure ambiguous problems, develop hypotheses, and drive rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis
Experience leading research and data-driven analytics, translating complex findings into clear, executive-ready insights
Clear, concise communication skills, including comfort presenting to and influencing senior leaders
Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel, with a commitment to high-quality, well-structured deliverables
A track record of delivering complex work on time while managing scope, teams, and priorities
Experience coaching and developing junior professionals, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style
Motivation to apply your skills to mission-driven work focused on small business growth, supply chains, and inclusive economic development

Nice To Haves

Ideal experience working in or with advanced manufacturing, industrial services, engineering, construction, infrastructure, or related supply chains

Responsibilities

Lead 2–3 concurrent client engagements, owning end-to-end delivery, quality, and outcomes
Structure complex, ambiguous problems into clear hypotheses, workplans, and analytical approaches
Apply expertise in advanced manufacturing, industrial services, engineering, construction, and related supply chains to diagnose challenges and design solutions
Translate analysis into clear, actionable recommendations and serve as a trusted advisor to senior client leaders
Manage engagement scope, timelines, staffing, and financial performance to ensure effective execution
Lead research and analytics initiatives that inform both client needs and Next Street’s point of view
Frame research questions and oversee quantitative and qualitative analysis across market, financial, organizational, and supply chain topics
Synthesize complex datasets into clear narratives, visuals, and implications for decision-makers
Develop thought leadership deliverables—including frameworks, briefs, reports, presentations, and convenings—focused on small business, advanced manufacturing and services, and macroeconomic growth
Build repeatable analytical tools, datasets, and methodologies that strengthen firm capabilities and scalability
Lead and develop small, high-performing teams of Analysts, Associates, and Managers
Set direction, coach through ambiguity, and elevate analytical rigor and delivery quality
Provide ongoing feedback, mentorship, and performance guidance to support professional growth for team members
Identify new business development opportunities with existing and prospective clients
Support business development processes through pitch meetings, client discussions, and proposal development
Partner with senior leaders to expand client relationships and contribute to engagement pipelines

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits – We know you work hard, and we want to reward you for it. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits packages (including 401k and paid parental leave) for mission-driven work.
Generous paid time off – We want to ensure you have time to recharge and to pursue your many passions. We give our team members 20 days of paid time off per year, inclusive federal holidays, volunteer days and more!
Mentorship and Sponsorship – You will have frequent access to our diverse and dynamic senior team. They will be committed to your growth and will invest in mentoring you.
Career development – We take growth seriously. We give each team member an annual professional development stipend and provide ample coaching.
Flexibility – It is important that you work when and where you work best. We are flexible with employees to accommodate individual schedules and work preferences. This includes a low travel mode during non-pandemic times.
Social events and perks – We admire and value our teammates. We plan events throughout the year and provide office snacks so you can perform your best every day and more!

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