Managing Director, Intellectual Property Claims

Vertex; United States; Remote; USD 184,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health & dental benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Job summary

Vertex seeks a Managing Director to drive the Commercial Damages & Investigations practice, leading client solutions and a team of consultants. The role collaborates with senior leadership to meet financial targets, enhance client satisfaction, and accelerate growth across engagements.

Responsibilities include business development, strategic planning, mentoring, and cross-functional leadership. Travel may be required to support clients and engagements, with a strong emphasis on delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with extensive leadership experience.
• Master’s degree preferred for senior leadership roles.
• CPA or CFE certifications are a plus but not required.
• Proven track record in business development and staff management.

Responsibilities

• Lead revenue generation and profitable engagements for the practice.
• Develop and execute strategic sales and marketing programs to win new clients.
• Mentor and grow a national consulting team and oversee project delivery.
• Partner with senior leaders to drive client satisfaction and growth.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Strategic planning

Team management

Client relations

Communication

Project management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree

CPA/CFE

Tools

MS Office

Adobe

Job description

Description

Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a $180M global consulting firm that integrates strategic advisory, project management, and dispute resolution services for organizations facing complex challenges in a world of risk. We embody our core values of embracing lifelong learning, operating with urgency, maximizing value, and driving collaboration to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do and deliver meaningful impact.

Job Description

The Managing Director will assist their assigned Senior Managing Director (SMD) with leading and managing in support of the defined overall strategy, meeting defined financial performance and revenue generation targets of the Commercial Damages & Investigations practice area as well as supporting client satisfaction and employee engagement. They are expected to perform as subject matter experts to develop client solutions and to oversee and grow a team of consultants, including overseeing consultant hiring, placement and career development within the practice. They will provide leadership in a manner that models the Company’s core values and inspires and encourages goal achievement through empowerment, learning, and creativity among the team.

Core Responsibilities

Business Development, Leadership, Strategic Planning

• Responsible for revenue generation, overall utilization of assigned resources, and execution of profitable engagements.
• Types of previous experience include expert services in breach of contracts, intellectual properties, lost profits, business interruptions, forensic accounting, and/or class actions (i.e., commercial damages experience).
• Responsible for development and implementation of strategic sales and marketing programs to develop new clients and retain and expand existing engagements within the practice area to achieve sales goals.
• Effectively delegate assignments to direct reports, instruct and monitor progress, and ensure work product is consistently high quality.
• Develop and foster relationships with existing key/strategic accounts and cross-sell other service areas.
• Meet or exceed defined individual utilization goals based on revenue targets as set forth by company leadership.
• Directly manage, mentor and develop a team of direct reports focused on attracting, placing, and growing the assigned practice team members, with emphasis on creating a team and culture that is empowered to execute.
• Responsible for business development, client coordination, and the overall management of projects as well as mentoring of staff.
• Travel as necessary to support client, employee, and leadership needs.
• Support overall company growth through identification of relevant potential acquisitions and leading integration efforts of acquired companies.

Operations

• Build strong cross-functional teams to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results.
• Review and maintain accurate contracts for work within the practice, coordinating with Legal Counsel Vice President

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree and 15 years of related experience or a Master's degree and 12 years of related experience, with 7+ years in a leadership role with significant impact.
• Advanced certifications (CPA/CFE) are preferred, but not required
• Proven track record of business development and staff management
• Demonstrated leadership skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co-workers, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Able to provide oversight and direction to assigned Directors
• Excellent Leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to think strategically and effectively translate strategy into executable actions
• Able to perform complex tasks and handle multiple priorities and the ability to perform exceptionally under high stress conditions
• Knowledge of computer operations and standard software packages (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, Adobe) required

Additional Information

At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance and support long-term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance-based discretionary bonus program. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.

We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.

At The Vertex Companies, our salary ranges are intentionally designed to support meaningful career growth over time. These ranges allow employees to develop, expand their impact, and increase their earnings as they progress within their job level. A new hire’s starting compensation is determined by their experience, geographical location, scope of the role at the time of hire, and Company affordability. Our ranges are structured to reward growth and performance, ensuring there is room for advancement and long-term opportunity.

The salary ranges for this role are as follows:

$184,000 - $360,000 USD annually

Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part-time employees).

At VERTEX, growth never stops. Our signature “Lifetime of Learning” program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education—helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career.

Notice to Third Party Agencies:

Please note that The Vertex Companies employs a fully staffed recruiting team. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.