Leadership Development Consultant

At Callahan & Associates, our people are at the heart of who we are. As a 100% employee‑owned company, we work every day to empower credit unions to impact their members and communities. If you are looking to be part of a fast‑paced company that loves the industry we serve, encourages creativity and rewards excellence, keep reading. We’re looking for a strategic, client‑facing consultant who is ready to make an impact from day one. The Leadership Development Consultant will partner with credit union and not‑for‑profit leaders to facilitate meaningful conversations, strengthen governance and leadership practices, and guide organizations through growth, change and long‑term success. This role is ideal for someone who combines executive presence, facilitation expertise and strategic thinking with a passion for helping leaders and organizations thrive. Five Reasons Why You Want To Work With Us You’ll work alongside a team that is competent, confident, passionate and focused on achieving big goals. You’ll help support products and services that empower credit unions and positively impact millions of people. You’ll have a voice and a stake in the company through employee ownership. You’ll be part of a fun, supportive and healthy work culture. You’ll have opportunities to learn, grow and take your career to the next level. Summary/Objective Serve as a lead, client‑facing consultant delivering leadership, governance, and strategy engagements for credit unions and not‑for‑profit organizations. Lead and facilitate meetings, workshops, and retreats; conduct executive and board‑level assessments; and produce high‑quality written deliverables and presentations. Contribute to the practice growth through thought leadership, relationship building and business development support, ensuring Callahan’s Leadership Development practice offerings remain current, relevant, and differentiated. Essential Functions Consulting & Facilitation Actively contribute to and expand the successful execution of Callahan’s Leadership Development practice (including Quantum Governance, Leadership Circles, Team Learning and Strategy). This requires a comprehensive understanding of how the practice offerings are structured, sold and supported; as well as being client‑facing in support of service offering delivery. Be proficient in Callahan’s Strategic Growth Framework and not‑for‑profit governance best practices and integrate these into client and market‑facing activities. Oversee client management with select administrative support. Serve as a client‑facing consultant (facilitator) for a variety of engagements. Conduct interviews and focus groups with C‑suite level executives and Board members for client engagements. Perform document reviews and Board meeting observations for client engagements. Serve as author for client‑facing documents, presentations, and reports. Represent the brand with market‑facing thought‑leadership through speaking at conferences, authoring articles and contributing to public forums. Help ensure that Callahan and Quantum Governance’s consulting, thinking, deliverables and reputation remain on the leading edge of not‑for‑profit strategy and governance. Supporting Business Development Support the growth of Callahan and Quantum Governance’s market positions and competitive advantages within their preferred strategic and operational frameworks. Build internal and external strategic relationships to advance business development opportunities, relationships and grow revenue. Help ensure that programs, products, and services are current, relevant and provide tangible value. Develop and recommend new products and services to support business development. Serve as a "change agent," helping the Leadership Development practice to adapt and flourish under new industry, economic and competitive realities. Preferred Education and Experience Keen strategic mindset. Exceptional analytical skills. Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with C‑suite and Board‑level professionals. Experience working with C‑suite professionals. Excellent verbal and written communications. General interest in not‑for‑profit sector, including credit unions, large or regional charitable nonprofits, national associations, and foundations. Experience thinking through problems creatively. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and balance multiple priorities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Callahan & Associates, Inc.