Managing Director

About This Role

This leadership role within the Complex Matters practice requires demonstrated experience working with technology or technology-adjacent companies, including leading forensic and technical engagements and advising technology-focused clients with confidence. The Managing Director is responsible for managing high-profile client engagements involving investigations, regulatory compliance, risk management, integrity assessments, monitoring engagements, crisis matters, and other sensitive business challenges. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, lead multidisciplinary project teams, oversee the delivery of high-quality work product, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice through business development and client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex client engagements from inception through completion
• Serve as the primary client relationship manager on assigned matters
• Develop engagement strategies, project plans, budgets, and staffing models
• Provide strategic advice and recommendations to executive-level client stakeholders
• Present findings, risk assessments, investigative conclusions, and compliance recommendations to boards, senior management teams, legal counsel, and regulators
• Ensure engagements are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with Guidepost quality standards
• Lead investigations involving allegations of misconduct, fraud, corruption, conflicts of interest, regulatory concerns, and other sensitive matters
• Conduct and oversee compliance reviews, integrity assessments, risk assessments, and monitoring engagements
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance programs, internal controls, governance practices, and risk mitigation strategies
• Evaluate organizational policies, procedures, and controls and recommend practical improvements
• Support matters involving litigation, regulatory inquiries, government investigations, monitorships, and other high-stakes business concerns
• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, and client deliverables
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and generate new business
• Lead proposal development, pitch presentations, and client pursuits
• Represent Guidepost at industry conferences, professional associations, and networking events
• Contribute to the development of new service offerings and practice initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in investigations, compliance, consulting, law, risk management, regulatory matters, or related professional services