Full-Time

Strategy and Operations Consultant

SEI

SEI

501-1,000 employees

Business and technology consulting services

Compensation Overview

$140k - $180k/yr

+ Discretionary Bonus

No H1B Sponsorship

Washington, DC, USA

In Person

Category
Consulting (1)
Requirements
  • Alignment to our core values: Excellence, Participation, Integrity, and Collaboration
  • Hungry, Humble, Smart
  • Demonstrated business and technology acumen
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Understanding and experience solving real business problems
  • Proven track record of delivering results
  • Experience working with and/or leading a team
  • Ability to work across industries, roles, functions & technologies
  • Authorization for permanent employment in the United States (this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship)
Responsibilities
  • Help clients deliver on their most strategic initiatives across all levels of the organization, from the C-suite to the shop floor, by providing a superior combination of technical and business capabilities, people and management skills, and a collaborative mindset.
  • Present business case and strategy to the C-Suite.
  • Conduct assessments in different areas to map where organizations are and where they may want to go.
  • Identify and address root causes of operational and strategic issues in organizational and governance structures.
  • Led a process improvement initiative, facilitating Current State and Future State documentation, performing a Gap Analysis and creating a plan to achieve the desired Future State vision.
  • Be part of standing up a post-merger Integration Management Office and leading activities related to two organizations coming together.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 8+ years professional experience
  • Experience across our service offerings

SEI is an employee-owned professional services firm that provides technology and business management consulting. It helps clients plan, manage, and execute customized solutions for urgent and complex challenges, including technology implementation, project management, and strategic planning, across sectors such as healthcare. Its consultants work closely with clients to tailor approaches, and the employee-owned structure aligns the team’s incentives with client success. The company charges fees for consulting services and operates in multiple locations (including a new office in Charlotte) to serve a diverse client base from large enterprises to smaller firms. The goal is to improve clients’ performance by delivering practical, tailored technology and business strategies through collaborative, locally supported engagements.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$720K

Headquarters

Cincinnati, Ohio

Founded

1992

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What believers are saying

  • Canoe Intelligence partnership automates alternative investment workflows in Archway Platform.
  • Federal Financial Management Shared Services Marketplace access opens recurring government revenue.
  • Internal promotion pipeline (Seichter, Wilson) sustains growth without external hiring disruptions.

What critics are saying

  • Cincinnati office leadership retirements erode institutional knowledge and client relationships.
  • Flat structure and no entry-level hiring creates talent shortage as consultants retire.
  • Accenture and Deloitte's AI-driven arms undercut SEI's tech enablement practice pricing.

What makes SEI unique

  • Employee-owned flat structure with 81% satisfaction vs. 57% industry average.
  • Local staffing model places experienced consultants in clients' home cities.
  • No entry-level hiring ensures consultants contribute immediately with relevant expertise.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Company News

The Associated Press
Feb 18th, 2026
Avantos raises $35M to transform client servicing in financial services with AI-native platform

Avantos, an AI-native operating system for financial services, has raised $35 million in total funding, including a $25 million Series A round led by Bessemer Venture Partners. Strategic investors include Guardian Life Insurance, SEI, and Vanguard. The round follows a $10 million seed round in September 2024 led by E14 Fund. The company has built a platform using AI agents and knowledge graphs to unify client onboarding and servicing across wealth management, insurance, retirement and banking. The system connects client relationships, products, service teams and workflows into one context-aware environment, addressing fragmentation in legacy systems. Avantos serves asset managers, private banks, insurance carriers, broker dealers and independent RIAs. The funding will support platform expansion, including deeper integrations with custodians, CRMs and portfolio management tools.

PR Newswire
Jan 12th, 2026
SEI Announces Leadership Transitions in Cincinnati Office

SEI announces leadership transitions in Cincinnati office. News provided by. CINCINNATI, Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - SEI, a management consulting firm delivering fresh perspectives and reliable results, announced leadership transitions that honor the firm's legacy in Cincinnati while positioning the office for its next phase of growth. After more than two decades of leadership, Managing Director David Biederman will retire from his role and continue supporting the firm in an advisory capacity through 2026. Maria Korengel, one of SEI's original hires who has served the firm in leadership roles, including VP of Administration, will also retire after more than 30 years of dedicated service, most recently supporting the Cincinnati office. Rob Seichter, a 20-year SEI veteran, will step into the role of Managing Director for SEI's Cincinnati office. He will continue to lead alongside Managing Principal Stephanie Eyer, who joined the Cincinnati leadership team in 2022, and Managing Principal Andy Kutcher, who will join the team in 2026 after 10 years with SEI. Together, the leadership team reflects deep continuity and experience, along with a shared commitment to building on the foundation established by Biederman and Maria. "We couldn't be more grateful for everything Biederman and Maria have done for SEI," said Seichter. "Biederman has been a mentor to me and to so many others, shaping how we lead through the strength of relationships. We're fortunate he'll continue supporting us in an advisory role. Maria's steady leadership and genuine care have touched every employee's life - and, in many cases, their families as well. She has truly been the glue of our Cincinnati office for more than 30 years." Celebrating the People Who Shaped SEI Cincinnati's Legacy SEI Cincinnati holds a special place in the firm's history. Founded in 1992, the Cincinnati office is where SEI's vision of a collaborative, employee-owned consulting model first took root. For more than three decades, Cincinnati has helped shape SEI's approach to culture, client work and community engagement nationwide. Leaders like Biederman and Maria were instrumental in building that foundation, guiding the firm through its formative years and into sustained growth. Known to most simply as "Biederman," he has exemplified SEI Cincinnati's leadership and culture for more than two decades. Throughout his tenure, he served as a mentor, connector and trusted guide to colleagues across the firm. "After 23 incredible years, I can confidently say that working at SEI has been the best decision of my life - second only to marrying my wife," said Biederman. "The bonds I've formed with my work family and close-knit friends have made this journey truly special. Together, we've achieved remarkable success, and I will cherish these memories forever." Known for her unwavering support of SEI consultants and her deep commitment to a people-first organization, Maria has shaped the Cincinnati experience for generations of employees. "Looking back on 32 years with SEI, I'm filled with gratitude," said Maria. "I've had the privilege of contributing to the company's growth from its early beginnings and being part of a culture deeply committed to its people." There's always a better way to do business - and SEI has 30 years of evidence to prove it. SEI helps some of the world's most recognizable brands solve problems, create opportunity, and achieve more than they could alone. If you haven't heard of them, that's by design. Founded in 1992, over 600 employee-owners serve 13 markets across the U.S., with Cincinnati continuing to lead as the firm's first and foundational office. For more information, please visit www.sei.com or contact the SEI Cincinnati office at (513) 459-1992.

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PR Newswire
Dec 5th, 2024
Sei Names Alicia Wilson As Managing Director Of The Nashville Office

Experienced Consultant to Lead Local Growth and Drive Community ImpactNASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SEI, a leading, employee-owned consulting firm, today announced the promotion of Alicia Wilson to Managing Director of its Nashville office. Wilson, who joined SEI nearly three years ago and most recently served as Principal, brings a proven track record of leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep commitment to community impact

PR Newswire
Sep 12th, 2024
SEI Launches New Brand Identity and Website, Emphasizing a Client and Employee-Centric Approach

SEI launches new brand identity and website, emphasizing a client and employee-centric approach.