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Cox Enterprises is hiring an Advisory Manager who will assist in the execution of the department’s plan, budget, objectives, and goals by: building and directing cross‐departmental project teams; preparing and managing project budgets and staffing/resource allocations; developing and maintaining templates, methodologies, tools, and technologies supporting the department’s portfolio of services; and establishing and tracking key project success metrics using relevant scorecards and dashboards. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability in leading diverse teams within simultaneous workstreams on multiple projects while utilizing project management standards and performance management techniques. This role will report to the Advisory and Assurance Director and will manage staff‐level direct reports.

Responsibilities

Lead department assurance initiatives/services by managing operational and financial control audits end‐to‐end to deliver on scope, objectives, and expectations; gaining stakeholder approval and commitment throughout the audit life cycle; educating and training project team members on appropriate tools and methodologies; developing and presenting regular updates/summaries for all relevant stakeholders.

Execute talent management strategies by assisting in the recruitment, selection, and orientation of advisory and assurance professionals; providing career coaching and professional development related to job expectations, responsibilities, and performance; suggesting reward and recognition programs; and assisting in the development of a training curriculum to embed continuous improvement methodologies within the organization and establish a baseline of abilities, skills, and knowledge assumed of all department professionals.

Serve as an expert in continuous improvement by coordinating with department upper management to identify potential projects and audits as well as cost justification, anticipated benefits, and quantifiable target results; contributing to the prioritization of department projects and services; developing strong, positive business relationships to understand business processes/risks, Cox industries, and the corresponding department service lines.

Qualifications:

Professional Experience/Education

5+ years of leading multi‐project, cross‐functional audit/assurance initiatives utilizing advanced assurance techniques, and formal project management and change management principles; experience managing advisory and process improvement projects preferred

3+ years of transformation, change management, and/or implementation of continuous improvement tools/techniques in roles of increasing responsibility

2+ years of directly managing professionals in a matrix organization; leadership experience with counseling, mentoring, and career development

Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or equivalent work experience/professional education preferred Advisory/Assurance: Six Sigma, PMP, CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent certifications preferred

Business/Leadership Skills

Proven ability in team building, conflict resolution, and process/business analytical skills; planning and managing workshops and project training sessions and experience in mentoring, coaching, and developing others in process improvement and statistical analysis

Demonstrated knowledge of data collection, metrics, and performance targets in tracking projects and process improvements; and implementing change, and driving initiatives to completion

Experience in recruiting and developing talent; leading by example to inspire and champion change; direct and motivating teams through complex initiatives and priorities in order to deliver defined program objectives

Solid business process and risk acumen with industry experience

Demonstrated working knowledge of a variety of business applications to prepare written reports, spreadsheets, tables, flowcharts, and visual presentations incorporating quantitative and qualitative analysis

Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills; solid organization and workflow skills

Proficiency with data analysis and process mapping applications; advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Access, and Project)

Professional Competencies

Demonstrated experience with discretion and diplomacy; respectful of confidential information and data; high integrity

Excellent listening skills; demonstrated solid interpersonal skills; demonstrated experience building and maintaining successful relationships

Thriving on new challenges, adapting quickly to learn new knowledge, and demonstrating a drive for collaborative results

Demonstrated experience with working with little supervision; managing ambiguity and autonomy; and dealing effectively with uncertainty and change

Other

Up to 25% of travel

Eligibility to work in the United States

Who We Are

About Cox 

We are the Cox family of businesses. We’ve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us.  Our primary divisions – Cox Communications and Cox Automotive – are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators.  We’re also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation.  We’re looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope you’ll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com. 

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).  For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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