Family Business Consultant
· Location: Within 45 miles of Philadelphia, PA or Harrisburg, PA (Hybrid: Remote + Regional Travel)
· Type: Full-time
· Compensation: $135,000 base + performance bonus
About Us
At Compass Point Family Business Consulting, a boutique consulting firm in business for the last 22 years, we believe family businesses are the soul of our economy and communities. We exist to help them thrive — through generational transitions, strategic growth, leadership development, and improved family alignment. As a team, we live by a set of non-negotiable core values that shape how we work with clients and with one another. (See our Values)
We’re growing – and looking to add a seasoned consultant who’s passionate about working at the intersection of business, ownership, and family.
What You’ll Do
• Consult and coach family business leaders on strategy, growth, profit, succession, governance, and team development.
• Collaborate with fellow consultants to design and implement solutions aligned with our IP, The Six Pillars of Your Family Business™.
• Facilitate planning sessions and workshops with ownership groups, leadership teams, and family members — both virtually and in person.
• Interpret financials and build models to guide clients toward improved profitability, valuation, and capital allocation.
• Lead a portfolio of active client engagements, balancing relationship-building with strategic insight and clear deliverables.
• Create content (e.g., articles, presentations, webinars) that strengthens Compass Point’s position in the market.
• Conduct marketing workshops with our Circle of Influence (COI) partners and at industry tradeshows and events.
• Leverage your network to support business development through referrals and introductions.
What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in business consulting, corporate strategy, or executive-level leadership.
• Proven ability to advise business owners and C-suite leaders on complex, high-stakes decisions.
• Strong financial and strategic acumen — able to diagnose problems and uncover hidden opportunities.
• Excellent facilitation, conflict resolution, and communication skills, especially in family or multi-stakeholder environments.
• A collaborative, growth mindset and genuine interest in long-term client relationships.
• Alignment with Compass Point’s core values and purpose-driven approach to work.
What We Offer
• A mission-driven firm with a deep impact on families, businesses, and communities.
• A high-trust, flexible environment with work-from-home autonomy and purposeful in-person connection.
• Generous PTO and one dedicated week annually for personal development.
• A complete benefits package including 100% employee health insurance, 401K, team and individual bonus opportunities, and eligibility for Tier 1 Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP).
• The opportunity to grow your impact and legacy, moving from success to significance.