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Posted August 01, 2026

Executive Strategy Consultant / Chief of Staff

Eliassen Group
Maryland Heights, MO, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Description:

Hybrid 4 onsite in Maryland Heights, MO

Our client seeks a seasoned Executive Strategy Consultant to operate as a trusted advisor and Chief of Staff within a large enterprise Shared Services PMO. The consultant will assess the current operating model, streamline executive reporting, coach delivery leaders, and implement scalable process improvements that elevate organizational maturity. This role focuses on improving how projects are delivered by simplifying governance, reducing operational complexity, and enabling sustainable transformation across a matrixed environment.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $100.00 to $90.00/hr. w2

JN -072026-107876

Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a strategic advisor and Chief of Staff to senior PMO leadership on priorities and operational improvements.
  • Assess the PMO operating model and recommend changes aligned to business objectives.
  • Evaluate governance, delivery processes, reporting structures, and workflows to drive simplification and efficiency.
  • Develop standardized executive dashboards, reporting templates, and presentation materials.
  • Translate complex updates into concise executive-level communications.
  • Coach program managers and delivery leaders on executive communication and stakeholder engagement.
  • Lead change initiatives that improve collaboration, governance, and accountability while securing stakeholder buy-in.
  • Eliminate redundant processes, reduce administrative overhead, and implement scalable, standardized practices.
  • Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation for reporting, communications, and PMO operations.
  • Provide guidance across system layers including data sourcing, applications, interfaces, and automated solutions.
Experience Requirements:
  • 10+ years in management consulting, PMO transformation, organizational strategy, operational excellence, or enterprise change management.
  • Proven advisory experience with executive leadership in large enterprise environments.
  • Success leading organizational transformation and process improvement initiatives.
  • Exceptional executive communication and presentation abilities.
  • Demonstrated skill simplifying complex information into concise executive messaging.
  • Change leadership with influence without direct authority.
  • Experience coaching leaders on communication and organizational effectiveness.
  • Self-directed with capacity to assess, recommend, and execute in fast-paced settings.
  • Background at top-tier consulting firms, Chief of Staff or Strategy roles, and PMO maturity initiatives preferred.
  • Telecommunications or large enterprise experience preferred; AI enablement and M&A integration exposure is a plus.
Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Recruitment Transparency Notice
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team ([email protected], 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:

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If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact [email protected].

About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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