Finance Staffing & Development Lead

Cornerstone Research; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Parental leave

Mentorship & development

Job summary

Cornerstone Research is seeking an Associate Director of Staffing and Development to oversee project staffing and professional development for the Finance practice. In this role you will guide staffing decisions, coach consultants, and collaborate with leaders across HR, learning, and talent acquisition to support development objectives.

You will manage the Finance Staffing team and liaise with case managers to balance client needs with staff development, ensuring effective utilization and a

Qualifications

• 12+ years of broad-based experience in a professional services, legal or consulting environment.
• Prior experience managing teams.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Finance Staffing team and local office staffing managers as assigned.
• Lead project staffing for billable and non-billable projects while aligning with development needs and timing.
• Provide leadership and guidance on key issues at each consultant level.

Skills

Staffing & development leadership

Team management

Project staffing

Microsoft Office

Strategic planning

Communication

Confidentiality

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Cornerstone Research is seeking an Associate Director of Staffing and Development to oversee project staffing and professional development for the Finance practice. In this role you will guide staffing decisions, coach consultants, and collaborate with leaders across HR, learning, and talent acquisition to support development objectives.

You will manage the Finance Staffing team and liaise with case managers to balance client needs with staff development, ensuring effective utilization and a