Strategic Partner: Lead Growth, Talent & Client Impact

Aprio; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Aprio in Washington, DC seeks a Partner to lead client engagements, expand market presence, mentor talent, and shape the firm’s long-term direction.

As a steward of the Aprio brand, you will drive revenue growth, ensure service excellence, and foster cross-functional collaboration across the firm. JD/LLM or CPA with 15+ years of leadership is expected.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, high ethical standards, and developing high-performing teams in a growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of leadership within a professional services firm.
• JD or LLM (Tax), or CPA.
• Strong technical expertise in the National Tax Office.
• Proven success driving revenue growth, client expansion, and practice development.
• Reputation for exceptional client service, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, inspire, and build high performing teams.
• High ethical standards.
• Experience operating in high growth or multi-location firm environments (Preferred).
• Prior partner or executive leadership experience (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements and deliver high-value strategic, technical, and operational guidance.
• Provide executive oversight on complex engagements to ensure quality and client satisfaction.
• Drive client experiences aligned with Aprio’s service standards.
• Develop and execute growth plans to expand Aprio’s market presence.
• Build and maintain referral networks, partnerships, and market relationships.
• Identify opportunities for service expansion and cross-firm synergies.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop top talent within the practice area.
• Lead engagement teams with accountability, collaboration, and advocacy for growth.
• Provide performance oversight, coaching, and succession planning.
• Foster a diverse, inclusive, high-trust environment enabling teams to excel.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Client service

Mentoring

Education

JD or LLM (Tax) or CPA

Job description

Aprio in Washington, DC seeks a Partner to lead client engagements, expand market presence, mentor talent, and shape the firm’s long-term direction.

As a steward of the Aprio brand, you will drive revenue growth, ensure service excellence, and foster cross-functional collaboration across the firm. JD/LLM or CPA with 15+ years of leadership is expected.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, high ethical standards, and developing high-performing teams in a growth-oriented environment.