Strategic Planning Consultant – Legal & Regulatory

Location: Hybrid – 8 days a month in the office. New York City NY preferred; other U.S. offices locations are listed on the posting. OVERVIEW The Strategic Planning Lead in the Legal & Regulatory U.S. business will be responsible for driving the formulation of the business strategy, leading governance of key initiatives, and managing operating rhythm for the business. The Strategic Planning Lead will operate as an advisor to leaders within the business, as well as the functional leaders, and divisional strategy. Projects are typically multifaceted and analytical in nature and require close collaboration with business and functional stakeholders. The lead will be required to provide strong leadership in structuring projects, conducting research and analysis, and developing and communicating fact-based recommendations to executive management. RESPONSIBILITIES Execute detailed and specialized tasks in strategic planning projects. Develop sophisticated strategic analyses and recommendations. Lead environmental scans and competitive positioning studies to inform pricing/packaging and prioritize growth opportunities. Developing organic and inorganic business strategies by identifying and evaluating market segments and growth opportunities, building conviction on optimal execution paths (build, partner, buy) and making prioritization recommendations Work independently to develop and track strategic performance metrics. Work with SMEs and executives to deliver on strategic initiatives and key deliverables such as 3-year Vision Strategy Plan (VSP) that impact the direction of the business. Prepare and present in-depth strategic reports to senior leadership. Facilitate strategic planning workshops and sessions. Ensure alignment of business unit plans with corporate strategy. Communicate strategic insights and progress to key stakeholders. Support the continuous improvement of strategic planning processes. Conduct periodic evaluations of strategic initiatives for quality outcomes. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, legal, or similar degree; or equivalent experience. Experience: 5+ years of experience in management consulting, strategy roles, or related experience. Experience working in a legal, regulatory, or compliance environment preferred. Additional Skills & Knowledge SOP Development: Ability to create clear and effective Standard Operating Procedures for strategic initiatives. Independent Analysis: Skilled in conducting thorough analyses with minimal supervision. Strategic Recommendations: Expertise in developing actionable, high-level strategic advice. Workshop Facilitation: Proven experience in planning, organizing, and leading workshops. Data Visualization: Proficiency with tools such as Tableau or Power BI to present insights effectively. Strategic Alignment: Ensures all projects and initiatives align with organizational goals and priorities. Stakeholder Communication: Strong ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to senior leadership. Process Improvement: Demonstrated success in streamlining and enhancing strategic planning processes. TRAVEL: < 5% #LI-Hybrid Our Interview Practices To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, we kindly ask that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. Our interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we’re getting to know you—not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in-person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI-generated responses or third-party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process. Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process. 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