Sr. Manager, Consulting - Asset Management & Investment
Location: Remote - US
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Please note: This posting represents a pipeline role for upcoming consulting projects. We’re always excited to meet strong candidates and will reach out when a relevant opportunity becomes available.
About Cutter:
At Cutter Associates, we empower the world’s leading asset managers and asset owners with the intelligence they need to stay ahead. For nearly 30 years, and with a global presence, we’ve combined expert consulting with proprietary research and industry benchmarking to help top-tier investment firms make smarter, faster decisions. Our global team is known for its deep domain expertise, collaborative spirit, and relentless curiosity. As we expand into new markets and capabilities, now is the perfect time to grow your career with a company that values insight, innovation, and impact.
As we expand our reach and deepen our impact, we’re looking for a Sr. Manager who thrives in dynamic environments, solves complex challenges with creativity, and brings a team-first mindset. If you’re ready to accelerate your career while helping our clients evolve, we’d love to connect.
Why Cutter:
At Cutter Associates, we believe people do their best work when they’re trusted, supported, and empowered to thrive - wherever they are.
- Established credibility, entrepreneurial spirit – Founded in 1998 and backed by Nomura Research Institute (NRI), we blend the stability of a global research and technology powerhouse with the agility of an agile, fast-moving firm.
- Global reach - We partner with leading investment firms across North America, EMEA, and APAC, giving you meaningful exposure and exciting challenges
- Fully remote, fully connected - We’re a remote-first company with a flexible work model and a deeply collaborative culture.
- Growth-focused - From client exposure and internal knowledge groups to tailored learning paths, we invest in your development from day one.
- Performance-driven, people-first - We offer competitive pay, bonuses, profit sharing, and benefits that support your whole self.
- A culture that values people - We take pride in our thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive environment. We’re a team of individuals who care deeply - about our work, our clients, and each other.
Whether you’re launching your consulting career or bringing decades of experience, Cutter is a place where you can thrive.
Responsibilities:
- Independently lead large, complex consulting engagements for investment management clients, or manage multiple smaller engagements simultaneously.
- Serve as a content expert within engagements, bringing deep industry knowledge to shape client strategies, challenge assumptions, and guide solution development.
- Oversee all aspects of project execution, including scope, timeline, deliverables, and stakeholder communication.
- Manage and mentor a team of consultants, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
- Identify and drive follow-on opportunities within existing engagements to support business development goals.
- Contribute to the development of client proposals and pitch materials, collaborating closely with business development teams.
- Support the broader consulting practice by contributing to internal initiatives, knowledge sharing, and community development.
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams on the implementation of IT solutions aligned with industry best practices.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in asset and investment management consulting, with deep industry knowledge and familiarity with key frameworks and operating models.
- Proven track record of leading client engagements and delivering impactful outcomes investment management clients.
- Strong project management skills, including team leadership, client communication, and issue resolution.
- Demonstrated success in mentoring and developing consulting talent in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and executive leadership.
- Experience contributing to business development efforts, including proposal development and client relationship management.
Benefits at a Glance:
Our benefits vary slightly by location but are designed to support your health, financial wellness, and life outside of work. Highlights include:
- Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and profit-sharing opportunity
- 401(k) match (U.S.) or Superannuation contributions (Australia)
- A generous paid time off package that includes vacation days, sick leave, company holidays, and time off for volunteering
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (U.S.), or regionally competitive coverage (U.K. and Australia)
- Long-term disability and life insurance fully paid by the company (U.S.)
- Flexible work model - fully remote with optional access to co-working spaces or offices
- Global collaboration and travel opportunities across North America, EMEA, and APAC
Compensation: Compensation: The anticipated base compensation range for this role is $170,000–$195,000 USD (NOTE: CAD compensation ranges are established separately and are not a direct currency conversion of the USD range), depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, market conditions, and geographic location. Final compensation will be determined based on individual background and alignment with the role’s responsibilities.
