Managing Director, Emerging Issues + Technology

Guidepost Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidepost Solutions is looking for a full-time Managing Director to lead significant cross-border investigations and regulatory compliance matters. The successful candidate will possess exceptional writing and interpersonal skills while managing client relationships and project profitability.

Ideal candidates will bring experience from Big Law, a prominent law firm, or as a former Federal Agent, along with a J.D. This role also requires the ability to manage urgent, high-visibility matters effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in Big Law, a prominent boutique law firm or as a former Federal Agent.
• Proven ability to handle multiple large, high-profile investigations.
• Strong judgment and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-profile investigations and present organized findings to clients.
• Manage project profitability and develop client relationships.
• Ensure client objectives are met in a timely manner.

Skills

Business Acumen

Excellent Written and Verbal Skills

Critical Evaluation

Leadership & Navigation

Ethical Practice

Education

J.D. required

Tools

Digital investigation tools such as Maltego

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a full‑time Managing Director with experience in leading significant, complex, and cross‑border investigations and regulatory compliance matters. This position will be part of our Crisis Strategy and Emerging Issues + Technology practice groups. The successful candidate will have exceptional writing and interpersonal skills.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead high‑profile and complex cross‑border and sensitive investigations that directly interface with clients to present findings in an organized, concise and timely fashion
• Excellent writing skills using critical thinking to write logically and fluently; experience writing investigative reports and/or trial/appellate briefs
• Manage project profitability, cost control, revenue projections, and employee productivity
• Develop client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on sensitive matters
• Support practice growth through business development and market engagement
• Ensure that client objectives and expectations are met in a timely manner by responding urgently to high‑profile matters

Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Excellent Written and Verbal Skills
• Critical Evaluation
• Leadership & Navigation
• Ethical Practice

Required Education and Experience

• Big Law, prominent boutique law firm, US Attorneys’ Office or other prosecutorial experience or former Federal Agent with extensive trial experience
• J.D. required
• Experience with emerging technologies such as AI, digital assets, and various digital investigation tools such as Maltego
• Experience in managing multiple large and high‑profile, complex, cross‑border matters that include communicating directly with clients
• Exercises sound judgment, communicates effectively, and operates with a high degree of independence and professionalism in fast‑paced, team‑oriented environments while managing competing priorities, tight deadlines, and high‑quality work
• Demonstrated ability to grow client relationships and expand business
• Experience handling urgent, high‑visibility, or sensitive matters

Travel

Travel as needed for client meetings, presentations, investigations, and business development activities.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, much of the work may be done sitting at a desk, using a computer, typing, handling phone calls, filing, and using office equipment such as printers and copiers. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary Range

The base annual salary range offered for this position is based on numerous factors, including job‑related skills and knowledge, experience, specific location, relevant education and/or training. In addition to the annual salary, we offer a full benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Guidepost Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.