Leadership Advisor

ghSMART

As a Leadership Advisor at ghSMART, you will partner with CEOs and private equity investors for talent strategies. Shape the future of global organizations with the freedom to chart your career path.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $250,000 - $350,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leadership advisory and management consulting, with a strong focus on building relationships with senior-level clients and delivering actionable insights from complex data. Proven ability to drive strategic outcomes and enhance organizational performance through effective communication and team empowerment.

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Leadership AdvisoryManagement ConsultingAnalytical CapabilitiesClient Relationship ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisStrategic Outcome DevelopmentOrganizational EffectivenessTeam Capability BuildingLeadership Development

Soft Skills

EmpathyInfluencing SkillsAutonomyEntrepreneurial SpiritCuriosity

Certifications & Qualifications

MBAPhD

Industry Keywords

C-Suite ExecutivesCEO SuccessionLeadership ChallengesExecutive Level ClientsPortfolio Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with private equity and corporate clients to assess, develop, and coach fund-level investors, CEOs, C-suite executives, and leadership teams across portfolios, functions, and geographies
Deliver actionable insights and high-impact recommendations on leadership challenges, organizational effectiveness, and team capability building
Advise clients on critical priorities such as CEO succession, leadership development, and team effectiveness
Cultivate and sustain trusted, long-term relationships with executive level clients, with an ability to influence through data, empathy, and a deep understanding of their motivations
Lead engagements by analyzing qualitative data, identifying key solutions, and driving strategic outcomes that shape client strategies
Empower teams and drive actionable outcomes that enhance leadership and organizational performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

MBA, PhD, or equivalent (typically 7+ years of post-graduate experience) preferred
Exceptional ability to build and sustain relationships with senior-level clients
Strong analytical capabilities to generate insights from complex data sets
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage multiple client projects
A proven track record of success in leadership advisory, management consulting, or a related field
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly to executive audiences
Entrepreneurial spirit and a passion and curiosity for the topic of how leadership can elevate the performance of organizations

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with an annual employer contribution
Comprehensive benefits package
Unlimited PTO
Paid parental leave
Medical, dental and vision insurance