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About the Role

The Manager, Staffing and Development oversees all aspects of project staffing and related professional development in their respective office. This position plays a role in the development of individuals, the effectiveness of case teams and Cornerstone’s collective ability to provide consistently outstanding quality work and client service. This position works closely with consultants regarding their developmental needs, interests, and objectives. The Manager, Staffing and Development identifies trends in morale, learning, and hiring needs and collaborates with consulting colleagues, the Talent team, and many corporate areas within the firm on developmental initiatives.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of and lead the project staffing process for billable and non-billable projects while accounting for specific case needs, development needs, and timing.
Work closely with staffing team, officers, and case managers to understand and stay on top of a rapidly changing pipeline of projects, deadlines, and priorities.
Ensure ongoing dialogue with case managers and advisors to align staffing decisions with skill and professional development goals.
Work proactively to anticipate, identify and address challenging staffing issues.
Coordinate with staffing managers in other offices to ensure that firm-wide staffing needs are met; when appropriate leverage staffing function with technology.
Recommend and implement changes to help improve staffing process in local office.
Manage communication of staffing decisions throughout the office.
Train and mentors junior members within the team.

Requirements

8+ years of relevant experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility; professional services, legal, or staffing experience preferred.
Self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to cultivate strong business relationships and work within a team.
Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks/responsibilities simultaneously.
Demonstrated sense of urgency and attention to detail and a proven ability to analyze and anticipate potential conflicts and resolve quickly.
Strong problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office required.
The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm.
The ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions.
The mindset to provide superior service.
The ability to commute to our office in Washington, DC to comply with our hybrid work policy of 2-3 days per week in office.

Skills

Resource management
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Follow-up skills
Problem-solving
Written communication
Verbal communication
Microsoft Office proficiency
Business acumen

Location

Washington, DC

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

8+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred.

Salary/Compensations

San Francisco/Silicon Valley: $94,400.00 – $132,800.00

Benefits

Flexible options for healthcare
Paid time off
Retirement savings
Annual performance bonus

About the Company

Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.
We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research.
Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.
The firm’s uniquely collegial, supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work.
We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events.
Cornerstone Research is a leading firm providing economic and financial consulting to attorneys and companies involved in complex commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.
We work with prominent academic and industry experts to provide our clients with state-of-the-art analyses and have a reputation for excellence and effectiveness.
Our talented consultants are supported by a passionate team of corporate and administrative professionals.
Together, we provide our clients and employees with the highest level of service and work experience.

Equal Opportunity

Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.
Cornerstone Research is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Margaret Dondero at 617-927-3099 or via email margaret.dondero@cornerstone.com.
The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any applicant for employment by contacting Anna Beeler at anna.beeler@cornerstone.com.