Staffing Resource Allocation Manager
About L.E.K. Consulting
L.E.K. Consulting is a premier global strategy consulting firm that partners with clients to solve their most critical business challenges and deliver high-impact outcomes. We bring deep industry expertise and rigorous, evidence-based insight to global corporations, growth companies and private equity investors, helping them turn strategy into action.
How do we deliver impact? It’s the people. We hire exceptional individuals and invest in their growth through hands-on client work, close collaboration and a culture of ownership, inclusion and continuous learning. Across every level, curiosity unites us and challenge excites us. Founded more than 40 years ago, L.E.K. employs more than 2,200 professionals worldwide and is consistently recognized as one of the industry's best firms to work for.
Responsibilities
- Manage work assignments of consulting staff to match the needs of our clients, the firm, and professional/development goals of consulting staff
- Establish strong working relationships with senior leadership to successfully address all components related to staffing client engagements
- Proactively identify and bring solutions to staffing situations as they arise
- Proactively identify and address resource scheduling issues, employees’ hours, case and staff performance issues
- Monitor project budgets and ensure that proper resource levels and timelines are adhered to
- Maintain weekly staffing sheet as a business management tool with proper revenue recognition and accuracy
- Support workforce planning for the US offices by identifying any trends or gaps in staff levels; make recommendations for adjustments needed to ensure appropriate staffing model to meet business needs
- Proactively work with Partners to develop and maintain sector talent initiatives and goals
- Maintain and provide information about current and future client engagements
- Serve as a point of contact regarding various employee issues and concerns; establish strong working relationships with consulting staff
- Participate in performance management/career development meetings to better understand consultants’ individual development needs and strengths
- Work with the Career Development team to ensure staff allocations align with their development needs and goals
- Other HR-related projects as necessary
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 3-5 years of Management, Operations, Talent Management or similar experience
- Proven ability to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of business financials
- Experience in professional services firm preferred
- Candidate should possess the ability to analyze complex situations, have proven negotiation abilities, and strong decision-making skills
- Candidate must be comfortable dealing with highly confidential information and situations
- Individual should have experience working closely with senior management and supporting multiple internal clients
- Ideal candidate will have superior written and verbal skills
- Candidate will possess superior organizational skills, creative problem-solving skills, ability to prioritize and multi-task, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Technology savvy with ability and desire to learn
- High proficiency in Excel and experience in PowerPoint
Pay
The expected base salary range for this position is $80,000 – $100,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- HSA contributions (where applicable)
- Paid time off
- Other firm-sponsored benefits
Schedule
This role is based in our Boston office and follows our hybrid work model for U.S. offices. We require employees to be in their assigned home office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week, as well as the first Friday of each month.