Manager, Staffing and Development

Cornerstone Research

$94K — $132K *
Staffing
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of relevant experience in professional services, legal, or staffing preferred.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships.
  • Strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectively.
  • Proven problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
  • Ability to learn firm’s financial and operational functions quickly.
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Lead project staffing for billable and non-billable projects considering case and development needs.
  • Collaborate with staffing team and case managers to manage project pipeline effectively.
  • Ensure alignment of staffing decisions with professional development goals through ongoing communication.
  • Proactively identify and address staffing challenges to maintain team effectiveness.
  • Coordinate and leverage staffing solutions across offices for firm-wide needs.
  • Implement improvements to the staffing process within the local office.
  • Train and mentor junior team members to foster their growth.

Benefits

  • Annual performance bonus based on merit and performance.
  • Comprehensive healthcare options with flexibility.
  • Paid time off to promote work-life balance.
  • Retirement savings plan to secure your financial future.
Full Job Description
Role Overview:
If you have a passion for case staffing and are looking for an opportunity to showcase your resource management skills, then we would like to meet with you!

The Manager, Staffing and Development oversees all aspects of project staffing and related professional development in their respective office. This position plays a role in the development of individuals, the effectiveness of case teams and Cornerstone's collective ability to provide consistently outstanding quality work and client service. This position works closely with consultants regarding their developmental needs, interests, and objectives. The Manager, Staffing and Development identifies trends in morale, learning, and hiring needs and collaborates with consulting colleagues, the Talent team, and many corporate areas within the firm on developmental initiatives in a variety of areas.

How You'll Help Our Team Succeed:
  • Take ownership of and lead the project staffing process for billable and non-billable projects while accounting for specific case needs, development needs, and timing.
  • Work closely with staffing team, officers, and case managers to understand and stay on top of a rapidly changing pipeline of projects, deadlines, and priorities.
  • Ensure ongoing dialogue with case managers and advisors to align staffing decisions with skill and professional development goals.
  • Work proactively to anticipate, identify and address challenging staffing issues.
  • Coordinate with staffing managers in other offices to ensure that firm-wide staffing needs are met; when appropriate leverage staffing function with technology.
  • Recommend and implement changes to help improve staffing process in local office.
  • Manage communication of staffing decisions throughout the office.
  • Train and mentors junior members within the team.


What You'll Need to Be Successful:
  • 8+ years of relevant experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility; professional services, legal, or staffing experience experience preferred.
  • Self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to cultivate strong business relationships and work within a team.
  • Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks/responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated sense of urgency and attention to detail and a proven ability to analyze and anticipate potential conflicts and resolve quickly.
  • Strong problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office required.
  • The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm.
  • The ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
  • Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm's financial and operational functions.
  • The mindset to provide superior service.
  • The ability to commute to our office to comply with our hybrid work policy of 2-3 days per week in office.
  • Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred.


Compensation
  • Base Salary Range: San Francisco/Silicon Valley: $94,400.00 - $132,800.00
    • Individual base compensation will be tailored to your primary work location and the unique depth of experience you bring to the firm.


  • Annual Performance Bonus: This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus with a target of 12.5%.
    • This serves as a meaningful way for us to celebrate excellence, awarded based on both individual impact and our collective success as a firm.


A Holistic Investment in You

We view compensation as more than just a paycheck; it is an investment in your well-being and future. Our industry-leading benefits are designed to offer peace of mind and flexibility, featuring:
  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare options, a monthly wellness subsidy, and complimentary access to premium wellness apps.
  • Financial Security: Robust retirement savings plans to secure your long-term financial goals.
  • Work-Life Blend: A hybrid work model that balances collaborative in-office time with telecommuting flexibility, alongside generous paid time off to recharge.
  • Family & Personal Support: Specialized support including fertility treatments, parental leave, back-up childcare, eldercare services, concierge assistance for personal errands, and pet care.
  • Growth & Culture: A firm-wide commitment to mentorship, continuous learning, and a vibrant, inclusive community.


Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this role. We look forward to learning more about how your unique perspective can strengthen our team.

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