Commercial Specialist – Leadership Advisory Services

Egon Zehnder

Commercial Specialist supporting Egon Zehnder’s U.S. leadership advisory business development.

Posted 8/22/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development and client engagement through the creation of pitch materials, market research, and strategic guidance. Proficient in managing multiple projects while maintaining high-quality standards and attention to detail.

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Business DevelopmentMarket ResearchPitch Deck CreationProject PlanningMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Pitch Deck CreationMarket ResearchProject PlanningB2B SalesQualitative ResearchAnalytical SkillsClient DocumentationPricing StrategiesScope of Work DevelopmentSelf-Service Tool Design

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingAttention to DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficePowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesConsultingLeadership AdvisoryClient EngagementKnowledge Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide creative pitch materials and outreach strategies to client-facing teams, focusing on quality and speed
Create client documentation, including pitch decks, scope of work/letter of proposal documents, pricing strategies, and sample reports
Design and implement self-service tools and resources to streamline pitch development and execution
Lead and support business development initiatives by tracking market trends, company developments, and executive movements
Build targeted event lists for business development-related dinners, conferences, and other points of connection
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Serve as the Pre-Project Expert for multiple simultaneous projects with Consultants and Research team members
Conduct market research, identify priority targets, and develop tailored business development solutions
Identify and prioritize business development materials and solutions using internal and external resources
Work across Firm offerings to identify solutions for individual client needs
Support global knowledge management by sharing expertise, capturing best practices, and building an internal network
Maintain and grow the US Leadership Advisory Services regional Knowledge Base
Develop subject matter expertise and provide strategic guidance and insights on trends and topics
Report primarily to the Leadership Advisory Pitching Manager, with additional reporting to the Research Leader and Managing Partner for Leadership Advisory Services in the U.S.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
A minimum of 3 years’ professional work experience (post-undergrad)
Demonstrated functional experience of a similar nature (e.g., B2B sales, pitching, qualitative or legal research, professional services/consulting, project planning)
Previous project-based experience working effectively on multiple mandates simultaneously
Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills
Proficient in MS Office, specifically PowerPoint
Excellent verbal and written communication ability
Demonstrates strong attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Professional Services Egon Zehnder is a global leadership advisory and executive search firm that partners with organizations to manage CEO, executive and board succession, leadership assessment and development, and governance. The firm delivers bespoke talent searches, board advisory, executive coaching, cultural transformation and leadership programs through a network of consultants across many countries, serving corporate clients and institutional boards. Commercial Specialist – Leadership Advisory Services 🔥 0 minutes ago 🏢🏡 Chicago – Hybrid 💵 $85k - $95k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 👻 Ghost score 5% Apply Now Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Provide creative pitch materials and outreach strategies to client-facing teams, focusing on quality and speed
Create client documentation, including pitch decks, scope of work/letter of proposal documents, pricing strategies, and sample reports
Design and implement self-service tools and resources to streamline pitch development and execution
Lead and support business development initiatives by tracking market trends, company developments, and executive movements
Build targeted event lists for business development-related dinners, conferences, and other points of connection
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Serve as the Pre-Project Expert for multiple simultaneous projects with Consultants and Research team members
Conduct market research, identify priority targets, and develop tailored business development solutions
Identify and prioritize business development materials and solutions using internal and external resources
Work across Firm offerings to identify solutions for individual client needs
Support global knowledge management by sharing expertise, capturing best practices, and building an internal network
Maintain and grow the US Leadership Advisory Services regional Knowledge Base
Develop subject matter expertise and provide strategic guidance and insights on trends and topics
Report primarily to the Leadership Advisory Pitching Manager, with additional reporting to the Research Leader and Managing Partner for Leadership Advisory Services in the U.S. 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required
A minimum of 3 years’ professional work experience (post-undergrad)
Demonstrated functional experience of a similar nature (e.g., B2B sales, pitching, qualitative or legal research, professional services/consulting, project planning)
Previous project-based experience working effectively on multiple mandates simultaneously
Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills
Proficient in MS Office, specifically PowerPoint
Excellent verbal and written communication ability
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