Office of the CEO Sr. Associate - Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is seeking an Office of the CEO Senior Associate to join the team in Fort Lauderdale, FL.



The Senior Associate within the Office of the CEO is focused on supporting the execution of the CEO’s strategy through the delivery of high-quality tools and mechanisms, analytical problem-solving, and creation of artifacts synthesizing key insights to help drive outcomes to support a culture of empowerment with accountability.



The Senior Associate will focus on supporting effective day-to-day operations to ensure the Office of the CEO runs smoothly, executing upon proactive improvements where necessary. This individual will be operationally focused, an agile utility player who can flex as needed, manage competing priorities with ease, and successfully navigate across multiple functions and stakeholder groups to achieve high quality results with speed.



The Senior Associate possesses strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and interpret complex data – both qualitative and quantitative with the big picture in mind. This role will combine critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze and present comprehensive data in a simplified way allowing for easy and fast decision making by leaders.



The Senior Associate will report directly to the Office of the CEO Manager.



Core Attributes





+ Supports tactical project management of select workstreams of varying levels of complexity and time criticality for the firm and senior leaders



+ Follows up on action items and outcomes including status reporting



+ Draft key findings by preparing polished reports with accompanying takeaways for stakeholders



+ Execute production of deliverables with agility and excellence



+ Take feedback and incorporate it into future deliverables



+ Compiles external and internal research for strategic decision making



+ Actively look for ways to create process efficiencies and effectiveness through automation, collaboration, and/or process changes



+ Enables new levels of agility, speed, and scale, to exceed outcome targets



+ Demonstrates the ability to understand the operating styles of others and team dynamics and adjusts behavior accordingly to succeed



+ Interprets, analyzes, synthesizes, and creates data sets



+ Inquisitive thought process and ability to apply thoughts in the context of the business’ goals



+ Client-centric thinking





Qualifications





+ Undergraduate degree, or equivalent practical experience in a business field



+ Experience in management consulting / professional services, operations, transformation, or equivalent experience



+ Distinctive problem-solving and analytical skills



+ Highly proficient in Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI)



+ Effective communication, both written and oral; Experience in delivering sophisticated and consumable messages to leaders



+ Demonstrated initiative, creativity, strategic capabilities, ability to agile and flexible to work effectively in changing environments



+ Proven team player with ability to navigate cross functionally



+ Ability to work on multiple tasks and effectively prioritize



+ Professional maturity to maintain strict confidentiality and understand sensitivities of role








About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

About the Team

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:



• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.



• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.



• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers



• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers









Here’s what you can expect next:



If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.









Benefits:





We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits







+ Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.







+ Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.







Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.











Additional Details:



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Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact HR@us.gt.com.









For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.