Knowledge Management Senior Manager

L.E.K. Consulting; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

L.E.K. Consulting is seeking a Knowledge Management Manager in Los Angeles to spearhead the KM function across the U.S. This role involves leading a dedicated team to enhance knowledge sharing and innovation within the firm. The candidate must have a strong background in knowledge management, proven team leadership, and be familiar with AI tools.

The position involves collaborating with senior stakeholders to implement KM strategies and ensure effective knowledge dissemination. A competitive salary between $100,000 and $125,000 is offered, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in knowledge management or IP management.
• Proven track record of leading high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of KM principles and knowledge dissemination.

Responsibilities

• Lead the U.S. KM function to embed knowledge in core processes.
• Drive innovation in knowledge services and team management.
• Promote KM value proposition to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Knowledge Management Principles

Team Leadership

Project Management

Communication

AI Tools Familiarity

Education

5–10 years in knowledge management or IP management

Tools

KM Technologies

Generative AI Platforms

Job description

Location

Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco

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. It’s the people who deliver impact: 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.

Overview of Function

Knowledge Management (KM) is one of four key pillars to the Solutions Team at L.E.K. Consulting, alongside Data & Analytics, Market Insights, and Information & Research Center. The Solutions team works together to support and enable our consulting team members to generate best‑in‑class insights for our clients. KM is critical to capturing the best of our consulting staff’s individual and collective expertise to make it available to the broader firm. KM is focused on developing and distributing insights, frameworks, and tools for our consulting team members to leverage on casework and business development, enabling consulting teams to utilize best‑in‑class insights, approaches, and be more efficient in their work.

The Knowledge Management Manager leads the U.S. KM function to ensure knowledge assets are embedded in core business processes. Reporting to the Solutions Director, this individual oversees U.S. KM operations, drives innovation in knowledge services, and leads a high‑performing team of KM professionals across sectors and service lines.

Responsibilities

Knowledge Management Strategy

• Collaborate with the Senior Director, Solutions to develop KM’s role in the Solutions portfolio and, alongside EU and APAC leads, drive the firm’s global KM strategy, covering IP development, dissemination, and quality standards across sectors and service lines.
• Ensure knowledge assets are embedded in business processes and accessible to consulting teams for proposal development, case delivery, and business development.
• Coordinate with regional KM leaders and Strategy & Operations teams to set priorities and maintain global consistency.
• Drive the firm’s knowledge agenda by identifying capability gaps, setting quality benchmarks, and championing best practices.

Team Management and Engagement

• Provide oversight of the U.S. KM team and U.S.–aligned, India‑based Content team.
• Support KM team members in developing expertise, building strong relationships, and amplifying impact.
• Meet regularly with KM sector and service line teams to support progress on initiatives and address sector and stakeholder needs.
• Drive the team to own and continuously improve the breadth, depth, and quality of recommendations and support.
• Oversee onboarding of new team members and support professional development and career progression.
• Foster a strong sense of KM team community and shared purpose across the function.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Drive the innovation and evolution of KM offerings and best practices, including:
  • Increased automation of core processes
  • Harnessing AI tools to surface new knowledge and insights at scale
  • Identification and piloting of new services
  • Unifying knowledge silos and repositories into a more streamlined interface
  • Continued evolution of team structure and operating model
  • Supporting further technology initiatives, including enhanced platform functionality
• Drive visibility and uptake of knowledge tools.

Stakeholder and Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Promote and elevate the KM value proposition to senior stakeholders across the firm.
• Collaborate with other Solutions leads (primary and secondary research) to integrate functions and functional knowledge for a more cohesive stakeholder experience.
• Partner with sector and functional leaders and regional KM teams to align on knowledge priorities.
• Advise on new and existing KM initiatives, providing strategic guidance to the broader team.
• Represent KM interests in cross‑functional forums, contributing to firm‑wide capability‑building efforts.

Qualifications

• 5–10 or more years of experience in knowledge management, internal insights, or intellectual property (IP) management role.
• Proven track record of leading and developing high‑performing teams in a global or matrixed organization.
• Strong understanding of ever‑evolving KM principles, IP lifecycle management, and knowledge dissemination strategies.
• Deep familiarity with KM technologies and AI tools, including proprietary search solutions and generative AI platforms.
• Experience working across sectors and service lines, with the ability to set priorities and drive global consistency.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate the value of KM to diverse audiences.
• Strong project management skills with a bias for action and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

• The expected base salary range for this position is $100,000 – $125,000 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.
• L.E.K. Consulting offers a competitive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, HSA contributions (where applicable), paid time off, and other firm‑sponsored benefits.
• This role is based in either our Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, or San Francisco 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.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for employer sponsorship. We are unable to consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship, including but not limited to H‑1B, TN, F‑1 (OPT/CPT/STEM), or other work authorization.
• L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
• In accordance with applicable state and local laws, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances.
• For more information and to apply, please visit https://www.lek.com/careers/apply