Senior Consultant - Business Process Transformation at Illuminative Strategies Inc – Springfield, Illinois

About Us

Illuminative Strategies Inc. (ISI) is an award-winning Management Consulting firm and a recognized industry leader in Business Process Transformation and Organizational Change Management. We partner with public-sector organizations to solve complex operational challenges and improve the delivery of critical services.

We are seeking driven, analytical, and high-performing individuals with 6-10 years of relevant experience who are ready to take ownership of meaningful work and accelerate their consulting careers. Headquartered in Springfield, Illinois, our consultants work at the intersection of people, process, and technology, driving real, implementable change for our clients.

Job Overview

As a Senior Consultant at ISI, you will serve as a delivery leader and trusted advisor on client engagements.

You will be responsible not only for execution, but for:

• Driving outcomes
• Leading teams
• Shaping client direction
• Ensuring adoption and impact

Senior Consultants at ISI operate across disciplines - including Business Process Transformation, Organizational Change Management, Product Ownership, and Policy - and are expected to integrate these capabilities into cohesive, end-to-end solutions.

This role requires strong judgment, executive-level communication skills, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while maintaining accountability for results.

Job Duties / Essential Functions

• Lead major workstreams or entire engagements, ensuring delivery quality, timeline adherence, and client satisfaction
• Manage and mentor junior consultants, providing coaching, feedback, and day-to-day direction
• Serve as a primary point of contact for client stakeholders, including senior and executive leadership
• Drive business process transformation initiatives, applying Lean principles to redesign workflows and improve outcomes
• Lead and facilitate workshops, stakeholder sessions, and executive presentations
• Translate complex problems into structured approaches and actionable recommendations
• Ensure alignment between process, technology, and organizational change efforts
• Oversee development of client deliverables, ensuring clarity, quality, and executive readiness
• Guide change management strategies, ensuring adoption, readiness, and sustained outcomes
• Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities, proactively managing issues and driving resolution
• Contribute to internal firm growth, including thought leadership, capability development, and proposal support

How We Invest in Your Growth

When you join ISI as a Senior Consultant, you are stepping into a leadership development track.

• Opportunity to lead engagements and develop client relationships
• Exposure to firm strategy, business development, and growth initiatives
• Continued advancement in Business Process Transformation and Organizational Change Management
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification support (if not already obtained)
• Mentorship and coaching from firm leadership
• Clear path toward Principal-level leadership roles

Benefits

• Base Salary: $125,000 to $150,000 (based on education and experience)
• Robust benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, and 401k with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative team environment

About Illuminative Strategies

Illuminative Strategies is a company passionate about the success of our firm, our employees, and our clients. Our culture fosters inclusivity, creativity, and fresh perspectives.

We embrace continuous improvement and learning.

We invest in our people and believe strongly in professional growth.

We reward hard work and initiative.

We seek individuals who want to make a difference.

Our team of industry subject matter experts thrives on challenging projects and has a passion for solving organizational performance challenges across industries and disciplines. Whether you think in code, words, pictures, or numbers, you can express your passion and find your future at ISI.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Illuminative Strategies Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace where all employees can thrive.

All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability, military service status, or any other protected characteristic.

We are also committed to providing equal access to our application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact us.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record required; graduate degree (MBA, Master's, etc.) preferred
• 6-10 years of relevant experience in consulting, public sector, or related fields
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex workstreams or engagements
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
• Experience with Business Process Transformation, Organizational Change Management, or system implementations preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with Visio, Jira, or similar tools preferred
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must hold valid auto insurance that meets Illinois minimum state requirements
• Must live within commuting distance of our Springfield, Illinois offices and be willing to work onsite 5 days per week. Relocation assistance may be available
• Must be available to work as needed to honor project commitments, meet deadlines, and support assigned business area needs
• Must be willing and able to travel within the United States based on client and project needs